beckakc

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1. Flushing a Foley catheter

   beckakc posted a topic in General Nursing

   Did something change along the way?... to flush a Foley, you need to maintain sterile aseptic technique... right? Most of the residents I work with in ltc have orders to flush prn obstruction. I personally would rather change the catheter rather tha...

2. New to nursing

   beckakc posted a topic in General Nursing

   I am a lpn at snf. Recently saw an order for diabetic foot care for a pt with a dx of diabetes insipidus... is this an appropriate intervention.? No dx of dm.

3. I Have a question

   beckakc replied to 111170's topic in General Nursing

   You can absolutely request male care only. It may not be possible due to staff. However... ask the male nurses to teach you how to do the wound care. If all participants are willing.. ie you and hubby. They'll teach you

4. Took the NCLEX...how many questions did you answer?

   beckakc posted a topic in NCLEX

   OMG my nerves are shot. I shut off at the minimum of 85 questions but I don't feel good about it. A couple of classmates also tested today and both answered all 205 questions. These were very smart people, and good students. So here's my question t...