NurseStorm

NurseStorm BSN, RN

Pediatrics, Mother-Baby and SCN

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  1. Can a nurse come to work after taking a benzodiazepine?

    NurseStorm replied to Smackdown's topic in General Nursing

    Well if you don't know how you will react, then no. You need to be aware of how you are on a medication before working on it, of course. To the OP, if you live in the US I wouldn't, judging by the...

  2. Personal Guidance

    NurseStorm replied to anonymous2626's topic in General Nursing

    In short, no. Also, you posting this makes it seem that YOU are the one with the problem with it, not her. I hope this isn't a controlling husband situation :/ If your wife truly has religious...

  3. What things did you need the most as a nursing student?

    NurseStorm replied to app18's topic in General Students

    I second the RN notes book, multiple colours of pens and highlighters, notecards (with rings), binders, looseleaf paper, litmann stethoscope, etc. Also seconding the importance of a support...

  4. Never wanna take students again.

    NurseStorm replied to remotefuse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Bag, it is commonly used language that when you say "they knew everything there was to know", that basically they THOUGHT they knew everything there is to know. Since no one (especially a student, but...

  5. Opinion poll for Nurses employed in areas that are clinical sites for Nursing students

    NurseStorm replied to ProgressiveActivist's topic in General Nursing

    I enjoy teaching students most of the time. If they are cocky, entitled, rude, interrupt my teaching to the patient, etc. I get irritated and do not enjoy it. I also do not enjoy it when we are...

  6. Never wanna take students again.

    NurseStorm replied to remotefuse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    The problem is they DON'T know everything. No one does. If a student (or nurse) thinks they know everything THEY ARE DANGEROUS. Plain and simple. Nothing more dangerous than someone who doesn't know...

  7. Never wanna take students again.

    NurseStorm replied to remotefuse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You're very welcome! I hope this helps you (and other students). I'm glad it helps you see things from another perspective :) You seem very open and receptive and these are traits of a successful...

  8. Never wanna take students again.

    NurseStorm replied to remotefuse's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I will :) -Firstly be humble and appreciative. This alone makes a huge difference. Cockiness, arrogance or entitlement are an automatic turn off to most nurses. We are not being paid to teach you...

  9. I'm a sexless nurse

    NurseStorm replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    This is different. If the patient requests a female nurse, or "shuts you down", that is not your fault and you are respecting the patients wishes. This is perfectly appropriate and what one would...

  10. CVC dressing change

    NurseStorm replied to drdonna's topic in General Nursing

    We also use clean gloves to remove, then sterile gloves from then on. Mask for nurse and for patient unless they are turning their head completely to the other side it is not required. Be very...

  11. ADHD patient teaching

    NurseStorm replied to Tammy Reideler's topic in General Nursing

    Well clearly in this context the most obvious answer that it is NOT is take on holidays. Some families will take a break from the meds on a day off from school, etc. but that is not what this is...

  12. In desperate need of advice

    NurseStorm replied to MrClean01's topic in General Nursing

    I agree, you need to address the anxiety first. I would suggest 1) Getting an appointment with a psychiatrist. 2) Setting up regular counselling sessions 3) Consider medication if the psychiatrist and...

  13. Finding A&P classes relatively easy?

    NurseStorm replied to Infofreak411's topic in General Nursing

    I think it depends what type of memory you have. I felt the same as you, because spelling has always come easily to me and I have have a good memory for that type of thing. Those in my class who...

  14. are filter needles necessary?

    NurseStorm replied to brownbook's topic in Patient Medications

    I know this is old, but I read it all before realizing, and see someone has brought it back so felt the need to comment on practice in Canada as I saw a few people saying they never used them in...

  15. Would you respect a nurse manager whose bedside experience...

    NurseStorm replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    Depends how involved they are. When our new manager came, she started doing some things that our previous manager never did, and these things made us really respect her very quickly. This included:...

  16. New Grad RN--Do I have an Edge or a Red Flag?

    NurseStorm replied to journey2success's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think working as an adult RN for 3 months would hurt you at all, except for the possibility that if they see you only kept a job for 3 months they may red flag you as unreliable or something.....

  17. Npo and medication

    NurseStorm replied to igotsdamunchees's topic in Medical-Surgical

    I'm thinking the lactulose possibly may be given as a bit of a prep for the capsule endoscopy? Unless it is regularly scheduled at 2am and 6am which is very strange.. But yes you should clarify. Just...

  18. Patient Bathing...or Not.

    NurseStorm replied to LobotRN's topic in General Nursing

    Mark on the kardex the date of their last bath. Then at least you know. You don't have to have a "schedule" per say, but you will have an easier time picking priority. Bath yesterday? They are...

  19. Scenario interview questions

    NurseStorm replied to RN-PD's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Ugh, now after typing that all out, I see it's from January and OP hasn't been back for months Oh well, hope someone will find it

  20. Scenario interview questions

    NurseStorm replied to RN-PD's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    1. I would elevate the HOB, get vitals, but primarily RR and sp02. I would apply 02, auscultate the chest then check the mar for a bronchodilator order either via MDI or nebulizer. If none ordered, I...

  21. what to do if you are told not to come back to clinical site?

    NurseStorm replied to HoneybadgerFTW's topic in General Students

    Was this second request to leave by the same staff as the initial request or different? Either way, clearly you are (seemingly unintentionally) sending off some sort of vibe that is very unappealing...

  22. "You'll hate your life"

    NurseStorm replied to happyinmyheart's topic in General Students

    By the sounds of your first post, I think you will do just fine ! :) Being able to focus on your studies without worrying about a job, or kids will remove an immense amount of pressure. You state...

  23. head lice :(

    NurseStorm replied to GatezRN's topic in School

    I have heard anecdotally that using hair products containing tea tree oil repels lice/makes the person unattractive to the lice. Might be worth researching or suggesting to the

  24. Moving to Manitoba?

    NurseStorm replied to Orvis's topic in Canada

    I haven't had experience with this, but wanted to say congratulations and good luck! I'm sure others can come and share their experiences

  25. Help!!! Failing Med-Surg in my second year of school!!!

    NurseStorm replied to berna4593's topic in General Students

    Hm, this is tricky. If you are able to review your tests, I would try looking at where you are going wrong. Is it multiple choice and you are struggling with the options? If so then maybe spend more...