icyounurse BSN, RN

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    Dreaming about work!

    icyounurse replied to DaughteroftheKing's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah for whatever reason, especially after a night shift, I hear all sorts of alarms right before I am all the way asleep. Why is
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    Please Help Me Choose My Nursing Path!!!!

    icyounurse replied to MedicalDreams's topic in General Nursing

    So true. I was absolutely convinced that I wanted to do pedicatrics, and then I did my peds rotation and........HATED it. I actually found that I actually love geriatrics alot more:) I would work on...
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    Pregnant ICU nurses

    icyounurse posted a topic in General Nursing

    Hello everyone, I am an ICU nurse and just got a + on a pregnancy test!! I am REALLY excited because we have trying for a few months and I didnt think it would happen so fast!! But I did have a...
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    Dreaming about work!

    icyounurse replied to DaughteroftheKing's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah i am always having those, particuarly if I go to sleep stressing about a shift I just finished.......and they are not "nancy nurse" dreams, hah:chuckle:chuckle They are usually about forgetting...
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    Pregnant ICU nurses

    icyounurse replied to icyounurse's topic in General Nursing

    I think you are right. Maybe I should just take the charge nurse aside and just tell her since she makes
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    Change of shift report

    icyounurse replied to SAL51's topic in General Nursing

    It depends on what type of floor/unit you work in. Obviously ICU will be way more detailed than the floor. We have SBAR sheets that help me out when I am really tired and afraid I will forget...
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    has anyone gone to OKLAHOMA CITY UNIV?

    icyounurse replied to msxyz's topic in General Nursing

    Because I will be 60 years old by the time I pay off the massive student loans:) RN=RN, whether you get it for 100$ a credit hour or 800$ a credit hour. I could have way less debt right now. Also,...
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    This is Too weird...

    icyounurse replied to cute_cabbage2005's topic in General Nursing

    That I could understand, but the thing is AFTER being caught in bed together I think the jig would be up?? I would never lie about something like that anyways, but ESPECIALLY not after being caught in...
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    This is Too weird...

    icyounurse replied to cute_cabbage2005's topic in General Nursing

    That would freak me out
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    CRNA to Shadow in Oklahoma City

    icyounurse replied to serengeti's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    When I had to do that, the hospital I worked at had CRNA students. I just talked with the staff person who was over the CRNA students and she told me to show up the next day at 9 am and she would have...
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    has anyone gone to OKLAHOMA CITY UNIV?

    icyounurse replied to msxyz's topic in General Nursing

    Yeah I got my degree from a program like that, accepts alot of students to get the 700 plus a credit hour and then flunks them out 2nd year to keep their $$ AND keep their NCLEX pass rate scores high....
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    ESRD and constipation

    icyounurse replied to zoopnever's topic in General Nursing

    Perhaps fiber supplements?? I am not sure but I dont think they are contraindicated as long as they dont contain protien, just
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    stress in er and icu

    icyounurse replied to Maco's topic in General Nursing

    Also would like to agree with the poster who said ER was more stressful. I think it depends on the ER and the person,but mostly it would be true for me as well. ER you have no idea what kind of day...
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    stress in er and icu

    icyounurse replied to Maco's topic in General Nursing

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    Im a nurse! Not a doctor!!!

    icyounurse replied to ObamaRN08's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I dont think there is anything else you could have done in the above situation. I too have been guilty of beating myself up about stuff, but you can only do what you can
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    Floor experience before critical care?

    icyounurse replied to brokenmouth's topic in General Nursing

    I went straight to the unit and dont regret it. But having the med surg experience first can be very valueable. I would say at least a year if thats the route you are
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    Help guys, how can we express the size of the tracheostomy tube?

    icyounurse replied to Melandru's topic in General Nursing

    In our charting it shows up "mm ID" which I think is millimeters inner diameter. 6-9 mm ID are common sizes I believe. Hope this
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    Foot Detox

    icyounurse replied to country mom's topic in General Nursing

    You know, I have never fasted to detoxify either........but I have read some literature that states if you are in the proper age and state of health there can be some benefits from these types of...
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    Foley Cath

    icyounurse replied to widi96's topic in General Nursing

    Umm, I would definetely ask for a foley in this case. Urine+wounds+skin breakdown=higher risk than catheter in my opinion.
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    what did you learn in the real world that you wish you learned in nursing school?

    icyounurse replied to mashamontago's topic in General Nursing

    Little of what I know of nursing was learned in clinicals. Its mostly an on the job kind of learning, which is unfortunate for the new graduate but ultimately true. I guess I wish I would have...
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    what do i do in this scenario? i need help with so many things!

    icyounurse replied to mashamontago's topic in General Nursing

    First off, nursing school is very confusing and challenging for everyone, especially those with no previous clinical experience. So it is normal to feel overwhelmed. Secondly, you are a student and...
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    Nicotine Test

    icyounurse replied to NurseDianne's topic in General Nursing

    I am surprised that this is legal..........I mean I do not smoke, but if there is no law against smoking, then that almost seems like discrimination. I could understand paying a higher insurance...
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    qualities needed for CNA

    icyounurse replied to k777's topic in General Nursing

    Compassion, organization, ability to prioritize, professionalism, good communication skills, knowledge of good body mechanics, and a good work ethic and ability to be on your feet for a long time dont...
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    Shoes Blues.....

    icyounurse replied to rideslikethewind's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    Dansko's and I :redbeathe my pink "Klog" brand shoes, they have this great springy
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    will universal healthcare ( in the usa) cut RN pay?

    icyounurse replied to Trauma_Team_1's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Ahh, the thread has been moved. I guess another 30 plus page debate was not in the