ktwlpn

ktwlpn LPN

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  1. leaving patient in bed with wound

    ktwlpn replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It's funny how this thread went from a simple question to a "I'm smarter then YOU and here's why" thread. To the OP-it's possible the CNA was taking advantage of you and leaving the...

  2. Need Help desperately!!!!!!!!!!

    ktwlpn replied to NycCutie's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    Is this your first care plan? You look at the patients diagnosis,then list the problems that can arise from it and come up with nursing interventions for each. What are the symptoms of renal disease...

  3. What Part Of Low Lights Minimal Stimulation Do You Not Understand!!!!

    ktwlpn replied to sarahbellum's topic in General Nursing

    [sarahbellum;. I love your screen name! too

  4. Questions about MG and Parkinsons

    ktwlpn replied to monday123's topic in General Nursing

    i have cared for many patients with parkinson's and alzheimer's-(i don't know how many were worked up by geri psych,neuro or even autopsied to confirm the diagnosis) .i'm not sure if there is a link...

  5. leaving patient in bed with wound

    ktwlpn replied to Ms.RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

  6. Things you'd like to say to your co-workers, but never would ....

    ktwlpn replied to SoundofMusic's topic in General Nursing

    To all attention seekers "This is NOT the "ME" show-all you all the time" and you know the ones I mean-they may be your co-workers or even from other departments but when they enter your work area...

  7. Resident's right to refuse? Or NO right to refuse?!

    ktwlpn replied to Chanzes MiMi's topic in General Students

    In LTC a competent resident has the right to refuse treatment but we have to figure out why they are refusing and come up with some way to encourage them to accept it. And then we write page after...

  8. Need Advice Again!!!

    ktwlpn replied to chocolate123's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Our LTC eliminated those positions where I work some time ago so I would not read anything into it.However I believe you should be able to complete a transfer at this point-it's common sense.Also you...

  9. Pedicures for Grandma

    ktwlpn replied to racing-mom4's topic in General Nursing

    make sure it isn't contra-indicated.We've all probably seen stories on the news involving infections contracted at nail salons. The local salon I go to has a varied clientel-not once have I seen the...

  10. I admit, this is the silliest question ever...

    ktwlpn replied to kk2000's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I would slap a big dressing on it and go on the interviews.I'd claim it's a minor injury-then I'd get to the doctor.You need to get that cleared up fast-who knows what you've got...

  11. Subordinates

    ktwlpn replied to bollweevil's topic in General Nursing

  12. Re-directing tips needed for Alzheimer's/behavior pts

    ktwlpn replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    You said you've never seen her this bad before-if this continues maybe a urine and a cbc to rule out an infection? Sometimes all attempts to re-direct just make the situation worse and all you can do...

  13. Subordinates

    ktwlpn replied to bollweevil's topic in General Nursing

    No one said that we are NOT important no matter what our job title may be. Quit the contrary-it has been acknowledged that we all play an important role in the lives of our patients/residents. However...

  14. crying abuse when being written up for neglect of patients

    ktwlpn replied to adrienurse's topic in General Nursing

    In my experience if you just sit there calmly this person will "dig their own grave" Take your notes-start your statements with a concise example of the problems you have been having and she'll be off...

  15. am I going to be in trouble?

    ktwlpn replied to Ms.RN's topic in General Nursing

    i have never heard of then calling staff at home. that could have been anyone on the line. i hope you did not give then any information. call your don now. i don't see where you did anything wrong...

  16. Why are some nurses and aides such liars?

    ktwlpn replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in General Nursing

    Some people are just mean.Addicted to drama and plagued with self-esteem issues.They can make themselves feel better by bringing someone else down.If they can bring others into it to create a "gang"...

  17. The Lack Of Teamwork Is Astounding!

    ktwlpn replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    if you have been the charge nurse for a consistent length of time-like months-then you know what i mean.i know plenty of staff that assume if you are sitting at the desk you aren't "busy" or you...

  18. risk for impaired skin integrity

    ktwlpn replied to firewife1997's topic in General Students

    Don't forget staff education-very important in

  19. are care plans a joke for you?

    ktwlpn replied to MoopleRN's topic in General Nursing

  20. Students Smoking During Clinical Hours

    ktwlpn replied to lglnurse's topic in Nursing Educators, Faculty

    If the employees at the clinical sites can smoke then I don't see why the students can't do so on their breaks.Stress hygiene with them (all the things you have mentioned) I really don't care what the...

  21. elp..

    ktwlpn replied to aphrodisiac's topic in International Nursing

    Google it-good

  22. Request for deceased to stay in home overnight

    ktwlpn replied to AtlantaRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I saw a documentary about this-until then I believed that it was state law that everyone be embalmed. I like the idea of my family decorating a big cardboard box to pop me in.No chemicals,no...

  23. Kennedy Terminal Ulcer

    ktwlpn replied to tachybradyRN's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen them-according to the literature and in my experience the patient has less then 24 hours-I did see a pt live for almost 48hrs after developing a

  24. The Lack Of Teamwork Is Astounding!

    ktwlpn replied to gt4everpn's topic in General Nursing

    As a former charge nurse I can attest that there were days that I rode the desk all day long. Unless you have done it you have no idea of what is going on.Your post tells me you have not experienced...

  25. Im messy person,will I be not so good nurse?

    ktwlpn replied to lizzyberry's topic in General Students

    -Your co-workers will NOT appreciate or tolerate your mess in common work areas.There is nothing worse then co-workers leaving crap all over the desk, med carts and bedside....Expect that this will...