amoLucia

amoLucia

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  1. Era Gone By: 'Take 16 mils of Brandy Each Morning and Evening' - A Look into Prescribing Alcohol in the Early 1900s

    amoLucia replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    In the 1990s, one of my NHs had a med room liquor closet sooooo well supplied it would be the envy of many a cocktail lounge. And quite a few of my residents had an order for "XYZ liquor or other hard...

  2. Continuing Education Classes

    amoLucia replied to Randomnurse3's topic in Nursing Career

    I'm not sure that CPR & First Aid count for mandatory CE credits. Just because one takes a class doesn't mean that it's 'approved' for CE. Make sure before spending time & money....

  3. Monday February 7, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    j22 - I watch the Olympics, but I have no clue re 'curling'. Nobody I talk to does

  4. Potential Causes for Changes in Bowel Habits

    amoLucia replied to Amy White FNP MSN BSN RN's topic in Gastroenterology

    I enjoyed this article. EASY READING. Not super technical which after 36+ years practice and now 10+ years post retirement I esp appreciate. Next is the Constipation article with discussion on...

  5. Charting Question

    amoLucia replied to Sherie P.'s topic in Emergency

    @NY Nurse - what you're talking about is initiating a 'Safe Harbor' response. Yes, management does share responsibility in adverse situations but that SHOULD NOT BE 'fuel or fodder' for nsg...

  6. Okay to wear traditional nurse uniform to work?

    amoLucia replied to Elliebeanlovesmisterbubbles's topic in General Nursing

    Had a senior DON n the late 1990s at my NH. She wor her whites with cap. We staff could too, but most of us opted for white slacks and colored tops. Scrubs weren't the big thing

  7. Saturday February 5, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    Still difficult opening up here at times. Sometimes I just don't know what I pressed when SURPRISE! here I

  8. What is something you never thought you'd have to say to a coworker?

    amoLucia replied to SilverBells's topic in General Nursing

    Please don't comb your long hair over our breakroom sink, and then have the nerve to leave all the dropped strays in the sink basin!

  9. Are you a Nurse just for the money or do you do it from your heart?

    amoLucia replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks guys for backing me up. When my Mom retired (and then passed away) her EXCELLENT State leftover benefits covered my Dad for some 10 years. The health insurance was phenomenal! Also I...

  10. RN/Doctor Relationship

    amoLucia replied to Magnolia11's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Go for it! Many nurses choose their docs this way. And we're talking some close personal info & care. If you liked their prof demeanor, I seriously doubt the Docs

  11. RN/Doctor Relationship

    amoLucia replied to Magnolia11's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If you need a provider, one you know & trust, GO FOR IT. Nothing icky. While I was working, that was how I chose my providers. Never an issue. And welcome to

  12. Are you a Nurse just for the money or do you do it from your heart?

    amoLucia replied to Convoy2022_TrumpSupporter's topic in General Nursing

    C I V I L S E R V I C E ! ambannister - should be able to be hired without much blood, sweat & tears. Then get your time in - just do a good job and don't anger TPTB. With time, you'll...

  13. Thursday February 3, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    Tweety - toot toot toot for the bowling first place. sirl - switching browsers worked for me but my sister set it up. NO tech wizardry in my skills bag. How do I start a new posting...

  14. New Grad - Temporary Work Until I Move

    amoLucia replied to hillimicha's topic in Nursing Career

    Not wanting to sound negative, but your first OBLIGATION is to you - yourself, your career and your family. While it is quite noble of you to want to help your current employer out of his dilemma,...

  15. Okay to wear traditional nurse uniform to work?

    amoLucia replied to Elliebeanlovesmisterbubbles's topic in General Nursing

    donny - I understand the atorvastatin now.

  16. Okay to wear traditional nurse uniform to work?

    amoLucia replied to Elliebeanlovesmisterbubbles's topic in General Nursing

    donny - don't know if they still make Oxydol laundry detergent any more. If you find it, use it. You can also add OXY additive. That stuff could clean mold off my condo's siding - POTENT stuff. I...

  17. What's Your Best Nursing Ghost Story?

    amoLucia replied to steffck's topic in General Nursing

    I just got to

  18. Hospice Holidays

    amoLucia replied to marlene L's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for your caring and this article. Passing on good wishes for

  19. 2nd Shift Med Pass

    amoLucia replied to RollingStoneGurl's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    There's a supper meal service. Know what you're allowed to do during meals. Usually NO MED PASS during that time. And many pts just want to go to bed RIGHT AFTER they eat. You'll just have to work...

  20. Frustrated with Hospital Disregard for RN and Patient Safety

    amoLucia replied to Ioreth's topic in General Nursing

    I think the 'see no evil' monkey is practicing 'head burrowing in the sand' like the

  21. Wednesday February 2, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    I tried phoning NSIME, but her phone just rang. Anybody want to go 'groundhog hunting'? Cannot do 6 more weeks. tnbutterfly -

  22. Tuesday February 1, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    dianah - it's nursej22 whose sister rec'd the PMR. Glad that she's feeling better. You're right that j22 is a good sister. Tweety - I had problems too. It looks like he thread is...

  23. Monday January 31, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    Don't know about my other compadres, but I feel exposed here. Like NOT wanting to openly share too much.

  24. Monday January 31, 2022

    amoLucia replied to Tweety's topic in Daily Diary's Entries

    Oh well. I'm here. Am supp to have echo & holter for Wed then cardology appt on Friday to discuss results. Don't want to continue Eliquis. Am thinking the iffy weather may interfere with my...

  25. What We Take Home

    amoLucia replied to rthoenwrites's topic in General Nursing

    I think we've all had similar experiences. Thank you for helping us to