ktwlpn

ktwlpn LPN

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  1. Things you wish you could say to your patient

    ktwlpn posted a topic in Orthopedic

    Soon to be a status post total hip replacement(anterior approach)Not looking for medical advice,just tips on how to be the best patient ever...Hubby will be bringing Dunkin Donuts coffee for the...

  2. "Fixin' to die"

    ktwlpn posted a topic in Nursing News

    Anyone see the story regarding the school nurse who thought one of the students had a routine stomach virus when the teacher summoned her only to discover the kid was showing signs of a stroke?In...

  3. "Fixin' to die"

    ktwlpn replied to ktwlpn's topic in Nursing News

    I have been a nurse for 27 years .My mother was from Virginia.Now my credibility is being called into question (yes,I really am a nurse) and I am being called prejudiced,too..( 50% Italian American...

  4. "Fixin' to die"

    ktwlpn replied to ktwlpn's topic in Nursing News

    It's so funny that the majority of you disagree.The members of this board have slammed posters for spelling and grammar to the point that they left.And to call me names because I hold a differing...

  5. "Fixin' to die"

    ktwlpn replied to ktwlpn's topic in Nursing News

    I did read the story,I also know that terms such as "fixin' to die" "circling the drain" etc.I also know it is "regional".My point is it makes her sound ignorant.We nurses continue to strive to be...

  6. Sundowning?

    ktwlpn replied to Adele_Michal7's topic in Private Duty

    Unless the brain is not developing normally? Any thoughts on

  7. Meal times

    ktwlpn replied to ltcnurse4u's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I know meal times and snack times are regulated( meaning the numbers of hours permitted to lapse between them) I have worked in LTC' s that changed the shift times to accommodate (6a to 2p from 7a...

  8. Does Death Have A Smell?

    ktwlpn replied to AngelfireRN's topic in General Nursing

    Oh,Lovey-it's not you.It's stuck on you and you need a fresh breeze to blow it off.And a prayer .Smell coffee beans or fresh ground coffee,lavender,peppermint,orange...Or vanilla extract. We humans...

  9. Millennials in the workplace

    ktwlpn posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm seeing numerous articles regarding the challenges of millennials in the workplace and our LTC is having the common issues managing them. We have talked for YEARS about "nurses eating their...

  10. Pulse Oximeter discrepancy question

    ktwlpn replied to Robinbelle's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Also check your facility policy-ours prohibits personal equipment like your pulse odometer,automatic B/ P cuffs,thermometers.People buy second hand junk on eBay,fail to maintain and calibrate,etc. and...

  11. The Patient's "Guests"

    ktwlpn replied to rnsheri's topic in Nursing Humor

    I e the above comment to fear to the entire thread....Oh,th

  12. Teaching a CNA how to chart

    ktwlpn replied to NurseNicolexo's topic in General Nursing

    Try to limit them to graphs,flow sheets or "fill in the blank from these choices" via electronic charting.No offense meant to any cna's on the board,I worked as one for years. You would NOT believe...

  13. Impaction question

    ktwlpn replied to feelix's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    : Oh,so church "do Gooders" got involved,saving the world one heathen at a time.Maybe she was depressed because of the incapacitating catastrophic event.I wonder if anyone considered her

  14. Question to Catholic nurses

    ktwlpn replied to KatieMI's topic in General Nursing

    A very tiny piece will dissolve on the tongue.If a host falls or is not consumed they take it back to the church and bury them after saying a certain prayer.....You can BUY wafers on Amazon.If you are...

  15. Tips on Constructive Criticism

    ktwlpn replied to sfrw's topic in General Nursing

    It's taken me close to thirty years to learn to shut my mouth and listen to the message.It's a hard but valuable lesson to learn.Good

  16. Impaction question

    ktwlpn replied to feelix's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Poor

  17. Mr. Harry the Excessive Hair Patient

    ktwlpn replied to Barbie8808's topic in General Nursing

    I worked as an aide for years,The facility I work in now is a recognized trading and certification center in my state.I know the curriculum.I never delved into the argument surrounding your scope of...

  18. CHPLN Study Materials?

    ktwlpn replied to adpibri's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Yes,worth the investment.Take the online practice exam as well(it was not free,but worth

  19. Interesting name for Palliative Care training?

    ktwlpn replied to BiohazardBetty's topic in General Nursing

    As a CPHLN I find it all really interesting.I always try to personalize my tips to make them more interesting to the

  20. Interesting name for Palliative Care training?

    ktwlpn replied to BiohazardBetty's topic in General Nursing

    Why "cutesy"it up? Never have been a fan of that.It's a pretty important specialty and should be treated with gravity,IMHO. monthly palliative care

  21. The Patient's "Guests"

    ktwlpn replied to rnsheri's topic in Nursing Humor

    And we can never assume they have common sense,either.Simple common sense would keep a visitors butt in a chair ands their off equipment until they could speak to staff to find out what they can and...

  22. crushing meds, best foods to disguise taste

    ktwlpn replied to heynow1313's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    As a friend it's not your job to educate-you risk losing that friendship.Your job is to provide emotional support and encourage them to seek and accept support and education from appropriate sources...

  23. Mr. Harry the Excessive Hair Patient

    ktwlpn replied to Barbie8808's topic in General Nursing

    Was just wondering if you read the great information given to you on this thread.The greatest difference between a CNA and a nurse has been perfectly illustrated.You just don't know what you don't...

  24. Mr. Harry the Excessive Hair Patient

    ktwlpn replied to Barbie8808's topic in General Nursing

    Where is the snowflake pot stirring smiley? Didn't someone make that awhile ago? Still waiting for the OP to come back but I suspect a hit and

  25. crushing meds, best foods to disguise taste

    ktwlpn replied to heynow1313's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Please encourage your friend to seek some support from organizations like the Alzheimer's association.She needs education as well.Why would she choose to deprive her mother of foods food pleasure when...