LoveMyBoxer99

LoveMyBoxer99

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  1. CNA instructor

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to pkt00's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Maybe if you have access to a computer in the classroom or time before class come up with a translator website or a list of the terms you will be using during class with the translated definitions....

  2. Is this too much to handle?

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to Walnutt's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Here we have to have both A&P's before micro... It would make for a killer beast of a semester to take them all together but if you have no other option then you just do what you have to do. I...

  3. What is the...

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to jadelpn's topic in Nursing Humor

    "I am wanted in seven states but I think I can beat

  4. Having issues with death anxiety

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to amberdawn85's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Dealing with an impending death does not have to be a source of anxiety. It is natural to not want to experience the situation but try to think of it differently. When I am caring for a dying patient,...

  5. Electronic wrist bp cuffs

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to jnurse21's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Many places here are doing away with electronic cuffs for that reason. If you do manuals often enough your speed and skill will improve. The manuals are way more accurate and that is what is most...

  6. Mandatory meetings

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to McBambi's topic in General Nursing

    I worked night shift for many years and mandatory meetings were always a source of irritation for me too. It is hard when you are off and unaware to be able to meet the requirements. I don't know how...

  7. Longest summer... Ever!

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to twss2323's topic in General Students

    I had thought the same about the summer before I started... It's never gonna get here I said. But a wise friend gave me some really good advice. She said to enjoy every moment of it because once you...

  8. What type of gross things do registered nurses have to do?

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to Neisha_'s topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Definitely think about this. As a nurse, even if I have CNA's that usually take care of those tasks, I CHOOSE to help take care of them as well. Personally I believe that if a patient in need cannot...

  9. Long shifts = Higher levels of burnout

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    The long hours can lead to burnout but so can the practice of not leaving it at the clock. I NEVER speak of work once I get home. I don't have "nurse" stuff in my house such as little figures and...

  10. Pre-nursing student confused

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to shannie416's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    I do not mean to make assumptions, but you seem to be moving frequently, and the question becomes.. Would you benefit form the LPN program to start since it is shorter and could be finished maybe...

  11. Dysphoric Mania---what's up with THAT??

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Myself no but one of my dearest friends suffered the same. Hers evolved into the dysphoric mania as she neared menopause and her hormones started to fluctuate. She eventually found a new regimen that...

  12. I passed my first year of nusring school

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to Tinkx RN's topic in General Students

    Congrats to you! The 3 rd and 4 th semesters are difficult as well so make sure you take a little time to rest over the summer. School burnout is just as bad as work

  13. CNA, but don't want a RN career or in health field

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to zara ray's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    If you want a career in political science go for it! Being a CNA doesn't have to mean you stay in healthcare. I know many people that worked as CNA's that went on to achieve degrees outside...

  14. Is nursing hard on a marriage?

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to Wannabeeinscrubs's topic in General Nursing

    Married 21 years to a wonderful man. If the foundation of your marriage is strong then nothing will shake it. The prior responses are correct in that nursing itself is not hard on a marriage, life is...

  15. Was your education worth it?

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to __patiently_waiting's topic in General Nursing

    Never question the value of your education...it's priceless. Yes, absorbing the cost can be and is difficult, but in the end it is worth every penny. 25 years from now I promise you will not regret...

  16. Delegation Questions

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to souleater11's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I agree. Those tasks are part of your initial post-op assessments. After the patient is stable then they could be

  17. Need to change shift..

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to bratmobile's topic in General Nursing

    I would approach your employer first. Most employers are willing to switch you if you have the seniority and the shift is available. At least that seems to be the way it works here where I live. It...

  18. Help! At my wit's end with reconstituting a med

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to flyingchange's topic in Patient Medications

    Would love to help, but I am at a complicated loss as well. The answer would be very interesting, so please update if you figure it out. Good

  19. Time Management

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to Katie13LPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I always got my assessments first ( chart them later ) then started my 4,5, & 6 meds. Then I would do my charting and treatments and last my bedtime med pass. That was for a typical day with no...

  20. Annoyed! Where is the love?!

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to angieedoll's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have been an LPN for 17 years and am about to take my RN boards. I LOVE being an LPN and I have faith that you will make a FABULOUS nurse! Keep the faith and hold your head up high! Best wishes and...

  21. 30+ club! Lets do this together.

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to alynn's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Best wishes to you all! I am 36 and just graduated! Best decision I ever made! Much faith and many prayers for

  22. The Elderly Are Devalued

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to TheCommuter's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have been treated this way as well. After being an LPN for 17 years with most of that time in LTC (I have years of hospital experience as well) - most of my RN instructors and classmates give me...

  23. Regarding Mother's Day...

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to ktwlpn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is a sad but true experience so many of our residents have to endure. I am always thankful that those families that choose to behave that way only tend to appear once in a blue moon. Probably one...

  24. GDR's, what has been your experience?

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to terraqueous's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    While I believe there is a good intention behind the concept, I agree that it does not work well for some residents. Others seem to do okay with a dosage decrease. That being said, if there have been...

  25. New Grad just got a job at LTC/rehab

    LoveMyBoxer99 replied to BosSM22's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Read your charts in your down time. Especially the history and progress notes. You will learn a lot from them. It helped me to read other nurses charting too. I learned what to chart on by reading...