BadBird

BadBird BSN, RN

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  1. Another vent!

    BadBird replied to marcicatherine's topic in Emergency

    If that patient had been admitted, it would be quite possible that she would have been NPO overnight. Most doctors would order that due to the head injury, confusion, agitation; you don't want...

  2. I'd Like to Introduce Myself

    BadBird replied to Teacher Sue's topic in General Nursing

    Hi Susan and welcome. I am sure you will find this BB fun and

  3. Charge pay

    BadBird replied to kastas's topic in General Nursing

    I used to get a whopping $.50/hr for the privilage of charge

  4. subtly abusive co-workers

    BadBird replied to adrienurse's topic in General Nursing

    Yelling at you???? That in itself is threatening and you could write her up for that. You definately need to bring your nurse manager and Head of HR in on this. Tell them you feel like you are...

  5. i need some honest feedback

    BadBird replied to prunepie's topic in General Nursing

    I totally understand how you feel about algebra. I was scared to death of math and to this day I hate it but I am good at drug calculations. I suggest you take only algebra for a semester, go to the...

  6. Divorce & Nursing

    BadBird replied to NorthStar's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like a man who wants to totally control and dominate a woman wrote that and as we all know nurses are independent and strong. :chuckle I don't think the divorce statistics are any different...

  7. Claratin-D

    BadBird replied to prairiegirl's topic in General Nursing

    I took claritin D and it worked but only for a while, it seems in my case that any allergy medication only works for a while then no benefit so I switch around. I am currently taking claritin, I just...

  8. How do you diagnose diabetes?

    BadBird replied to passing thru's topic in General Nursing

    In one word, Yes, she is diabetic, type 2, many type 2 diabetics don't have all the symptoms you mentioned. Organ damage can occur with blood sugars over 200 so the nonchalant attitude is only...

  9. I need encouragement...please!

    BadBird replied to Worthy's topic in General Nursing

    Hey, you have made good grades while working and that is not easy. You obviously are smart and well organized or you would not have accomplished that. Those skills will be invaluable as a nurse. As...

  10. Prozac or Metformin for Weight Loss

    BadBird replied to nptobee's topic in General Nursing

    Metaformin is glucophage which type 2 diabetics take, I don't see how this works as weight control. I have been taking it for 2 years now and I haven't lost weight or had a decreased appetitie. I...

  11. transgender nurse (transvestite)

    BadBird replied to nursecathy's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Reading your post makes you sound prejucided against this person and they haven't even started yet. When you are sick you need a smart and compassionate nurse, it doesn't matter their sexual...

  12. Too hard to get along with co-nurses....still an existing issue???

    BadBird replied to mary_claire25's topic in General Nursing

    You need to make the nurse manager aware of the problem you are having with that particular nurse. Running away from a situation without trying to correct it isn't the answer. I realize there are...

  13. Opinions/comments r/t unions,nursing shortage

    BadBird replied to Darla's topic in General Nursing

    Yes if the nurses are involved with the unions. It takes work and persistance. Without union representation administratin will continue to walk all over

  14. in luv at work

    BadBird replied to tortisshellcat's topic in General Nursing

    It is a little too late not to be part of the ongoing soap box of hospitals. You are young and new, you will learn to keep your mouth shut about such matters. Just remember they will only talk about...

  15. Is my marriage doomed? (very long post )

    BadBird replied to lmolvr's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like counseling is a good start and if it doesn't work out, don't prolong your marriage, annulment or divorce should be discussed. There are so many things to learn about yourself and then be...

  16. New Onset Diabetes

    BadBird posted a topic in General Nursing

    My son was sick over Christmas, he thought he had the flu, ended up being admitted with DKA. It was quite a shock as we did not know he was a diabetic. So far he is doing well with the injections....

  17. Pay to park?

    BadBird replied to uamsrn's topic in General Nursing

    You have to pay at all the city hospitals but the small community ones have free

  18. boyfriends biopsy

    BadBird replied to EMTI19's topic in General Nursing

    Sending positive thoughts your way, I hope he does

  19. Holiday blues

    BadBird replied to mstewart's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Helping someone else this time of year makes me feel good. Sponsoring a family for Christmas, buying gifts for kids that wouldn't get any otherwise, baking for my friends and co workers. Sometimes...

  20. Have you ever HEARD of this?

    BadBird replied to Town & Country's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you figured it out, I totally agree and would run from that job

  21. Why all the fuss? Influenza.

    BadBird replied to tgibson3770's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, since you don't know what the "fuss " is about I have to wonder if you are truely a nurse. This particular flu is awful. Killing young and old alike. In the past the flu made you sick, a few...

  22. Lazy, useless supervisor

    BadBird replied to txtopaandback's topic in General Nursing

    Why not print out your post and put it under her door.. Hello ? Clue Phone for the supervisor

  23. The Results of Absentmindedness

    BadBird replied to FranEMTnurse's topic in General Nursing

    After living in South Florida for more than 20 years I can honestly say that although that was posted to be funny it is so

  24. I can feel the sqeeze.

    BadBird replied to oramar's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    It always comes down to the almighty dollar with administration. We nurses know that and have to look out for our best interests because our employers really don't give a hoot. What a shame that...

  25. unnerving experience last night

    BadBird replied to rn-jane's topic in General Nursing

    {{{RN Jane}}} that is so scarey but your action saved your friend, you did a great job. Hope she recovers