javanurse2000

javanurse2000 BSN, RN

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  1. foley catheter question

    javanurse2000 replied to J.R.theR.N2b's topic in General Nursing

    I had a male pt in his 60s who had an order for an I&O. He asked me if it would hurt and how long it takes -- Apparently he had never had a cath done while awake. I used a foley (I think the...

  2. Proper handover

    javanurse2000 replied to milenko's topic in General Nursing

    Congratulations on making it to Medication endorsed Enrolled nurse. We had a checklist on the night shift. Extras were filling out the forms for discontinued meds, making sure trash cans in rooms...

  3. south carolina nursing schools?

    javanurse2000 replied to jdc1014's topic in General Nursing

    Hmm. I would think that your whatever degree you hold wouldn't be a problem. You would have to take State Boards for whatever State you'd like to practice. I'm unsure if you'd need a special course,...

  4. Resident slit her own throat in a fall!

    javanurse2000 replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    ..oops, I see...had what we call in the biz' a "brain

  5. Resident slit her own throat in a fall!

    javanurse2000 replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    A very beloved resident accidently tore one of her shunts open on a wheelchair...everyone was in a panic as her blood was shooting out in bursts across the room. Out of all of us, she was the calmest...

  6. south carolina nursing schools?

    javanurse2000 replied to jdc1014's topic in General Nursing

    Whoopsy....yes, word on the street is that there is a waiting list for greenville tech. I forgot to mention that Spartanburg tech also has a nursing program. I live in Greer...btwn Spartanburg and...

  7. south carolina nursing schools?

    javanurse2000 replied to jdc1014's topic in General Nursing

    I'm about 20 minutes from Greenville. There is Greenville Tech (they have LPN and 2yr. RN). You can transfer over to the University of South Carolina Upstate to finish your 4 year. A great website...

  8. I Give Up

    javanurse2000 replied to burn out's topic in General Nursing

    Ha Ha!!! I spent a long time on this before I finally went to ask.com and typed in the question. Very

  9. Domestic Violence Survivor.

    javanurse2000 replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    Do you have someone to go with you? Many times a victim's advocate can go with to make it a little more bearable. I was TERRIFIED to go. I got through it though, and so can you!!! We'll all be...

  10. 30 day notice????HELP

    javanurse2000 replied to johnson0424's topic in General Nursing

    Isn't there a new law something like "work at will" meaning by law, you are not required to give any notice at all nor is your employer required to retain you as an employee. Of course, the standard...

  11. Causes of ?...........

    javanurse2000 replied to sherichance's topic in General Nursing

    does repositioning relieve or change the intensity of the pain? I know it sounds corny, but have you tried an anti-gas tab? I had the type of pain you're decribing and it turned out to be gas pains...

  12. Why is it? Things nurses do other people can't

    javanurse2000 replied to MrsWampthang's topic in General Nursing

    Trying to woof down a pudding for lunch while charting wound

  13. working weekends only

    javanurse2000 replied to cndrn's topic in General Nursing

    Wowee-wow --- sign me up! I work weekends 7p-7a - 24 hours total. No extra time, no benefits, no healthcare insurance, no PTO time...but I DO have to be on call twice a month:uhoh3: . I may need to...

  14. How to CYA

    javanurse2000 replied to cinja's topic in General Nursing

    I don't know if it is different state to state, but here in SC you can keep a "personal journal" that includes names (patient family members who have complaints etc.). what you can't do is make...

  15. My Sweet Little Angel Patient Passed Away Today

    javanurse2000 replied to Brita01's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like she was lucky to have you to lavish love and care on her. That sweet little boy you mentioned ... and others ... need your love and compassion. I'm sorry, because I know it hurts. I...

  16. Domestic Violence Survivor.

    javanurse2000 replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    err...She's asking for understanding and guidance NOT sympathy...since you don't seem to have either, I'm confused as to why you chose to post...unless it's the attention seeking

  17. Domestic Violence Survivor.

    javanurse2000 replied to Spritenurse1210's topic in General Nursing

    I had to go into hiding my last semester of nursing school. My classmates took up a collection for my kids and me. It was close to Christmas and I was SHOCKED when I found out that one of my...

  18. smallest gauge for a depo-testadiol?

    javanurse2000 replied to javanurse2000's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Thanks for responding....ok, I'll be evil, too. I'm thinking 21g. 1-1/2 in for next month. Thanks,

  19. smallest gauge for a depo-testadiol?

    javanurse2000 posted a topic in Ob/Gyn

    What's the smallest gauge needle that you've been able to use to give a depo-testadiol IM with? I have a friend who's MD prescribed for her and said it was fine for me to give this to her at home q...

  20. smallest gauge for a depo-testadiol?

    javanurse2000 replied to javanurse2000's topic in Ob/Gyn

    That's what I originally thought, but then when I could barely draw it up with the 22g I thought I'd better used the larger gauge to give. I gave it in the d. gluteal site just under the posterior...

  21. Im sorry, but light stomachs please do not read!

    javanurse2000 replied to onconurseRT's topic in General Nursing

    What a horrible thing to do to someone! Could you have the contaminated water

  22. 30 days sober!

    javanurse2000 replied to JaneRNBSN's topic in General Nursing

    :balloons:

  23. I'm scared..........

    javanurse2000 replied to sandra saul's topic in General Nursing

    I will definately be praying for you. I would keep a notebook for doctor's visits. That way you can organize your thoughts and jot down questions as they come up. Post back and let us know how...

  24. Outta Line........

    javanurse2000 replied to hbncns35's topic in General Nursing

    I agree! Also would like to add that with any nurse (but especially with nurse B) let them know when any patient refuses care as soon as possible. At my facility, if a patient refuses a care then...

  25. Geriatric nurses, can you help?

    javanurse2000 replied to UM Review RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    How about "If you eat half your meal, I'll score you an extra ice cream" I've shaken prostat powder (have to have an order) in a carton of chocolate milk and then serve it over shaved ice...I feel...