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  1. Is this nurse in the wrong?

    K os replied to Novo's topic in Psychiatric

    by the way lovingtheunloved, it's not very "therepeutic" to refer to the OP's sibling as "crazy". It is no longer correct to use the "R" word, make jokes about short busses or gay people, but somehow...

  2. Have you seen this nursing tool?

    K os replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    I have spent too much time too. Sounds like a great instrument though. Is this it? Standard Gripsors - Nursing Scissors - Nursing Instruments - Shop by

  3. C's In Nursing School

    K os replied to redraider1977's topic in General Nursing

    My school does not view C grades as passing, let alone

  4. Why/how do meds work?

    K os posted a topic in General Nursing

    This is a goofy question, but I learn best when I can visualize a process. So here goes. I want to better understand how a med administered parenterally actually works. For example: IV med into...

  5. Why/how do meds work?

    K os replied to K os's topic in General Nursing

    GilaRN than you for your explanation. I am getting there. I appreciate your taking time to explain. I'm embarrased to say that I am a last semester BSN student and wonder how will I ever know all...

  6. Why/how do meds work?

    K os replied to K os's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks everyone for your help. Sorry to have such difficulty verbalizing my question. And you are right, I know that pharmacology, patho & phys are huge bodies of knowledge that I dont expect...

  7. Why/how do meds work?

    K os replied to K os's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, it doesn't matter which route - it's all a little fuzzy for

  8. EKG HELP!!!

    K os replied to inteRN's topic in General Nursing

    Reading ECG strips http://www.rnceus.com/course_frame.asp?exam_id=16&directory=ekg Lead Placement http://library.med.utah.edu/kw/ecg/ecg_outline/Lesson1/lead_dia.html Cardiac Presentation...

  9. Did you get any real benefit from being in the Student Nurses Assoc.?

    K os replied to DolceVita's topic in General Nursing

    Didn't help me one bit. BTW, you don't have to be a member to find inexpensive malpractice

  10. Assisted living center says dad is having an affair

    K os posted a topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    Here'e the situation: The assisted living center where my friend's dad and mom live (in another state) called today to tell her that her father was found in bed with another resident (unmarried...

  11. Assisted living center says dad is having an affair

    K os replied to K os's topic in LTC: Directors, Assistant

    What is the reason for the notification of the wife or competent party? Is he at risk for putting other resident's in harms way? Is the assisted living facility informing the family because they have...

  12. Class Pins. Do You Like Yours?

    K os replied to justjenn's topic in General Students

    Nurs Forum. 1989;24(1):15-7.Links The nursing pin: symbol of 1,000 years of service.Rode MW. University of Evansville, IN. The nursing pin is a 1,000-year old symbol of service to others. The earliest...

  13. needle stick risk

    K os posted a topic in General Nursing

    Does risk of infection from needle stick decrease if needle was

  14. needle stick risk

    K os replied to K os's topic in General Nursing

    No, no lecture required. Just wondering if needle poked through cap and person was stuck, would exposure

  15. tips on how to survive 12 hr shifts.

    K os replied to arabella205's topic in General Nursing

    I am a student and just started clinicals working two 12's in a row. It's tough but the time does fly. I agree with everyone else, hydrate, snacks, shoes, arch supports and compression stockings....

  16. Meds used most often in the hospital

    K os posted a topic in General Students

    What do you think are the 50 most commonly used meds that every nursing student should

  17. Advice Please: severe hit in confidence department

    K os posted a topic in General Students

    Anyone ever been dinged by clinical instructor for minor mistakes while on clinical rotation? I have been written up and it has effected my confidence about going onto next rotation. I have a sick...

  18. Advice Please: severe hit in confidence department

    K os replied to K os's topic in General Students

    Thank you all for responding. Your kind words, thoughtfullness and humor are just what I

  19. Advice Please: severe hit in confidence department

    K os replied to K os's topic in General Students

    During OB rotation, (last day was yesterday). On my first day, I put a diaper on an infant backwards, noticed my mistake and fixed it. I don't have children and havent changed a diaper since...

  20. My 9 year old patient was raped and required surgery

    K os replied to ssouthernyankee's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I agree with those who have suggested that a team approach to her care would be best. I would consult with a SANE nurse as well as social worker/therapist/psychiatrist who are experienced and trained...

  21. What illness do you have today?

    K os replied to MIcrunchyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Oy - and my heart - I forgot to tell you about my heart. The CV s/s are endless and ongoing. Angina, SOB, fluttering, stabbing pain, 2+ bilateral pitting edema on LE. I think I may be having an MI...

  22. What illness do you have today?

    K os replied to MIcrunchyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Don't feel bad. I was with friends at dinner recently and we were discussing vacation plans. They: SCUBA trips, cruises, south of France, Italy, Spain and NYC. Me: a trip to the Mayo Clinic where I...

  23. PMHNP job outlook

    K os replied to Btrfly21's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    I just checked the website you mentioned and only 6 openings came up for

  24. what questions should i ask my counsellor about retaking second semester?

    K os replied to mashamontago's topic in General Nursing

    I have a suggestion that may help answer some of your questions. See if you can get the origal tests (and your answers) that you took during the semester. Ask your advisor and or instructors to go...

  25. Fentanyl/Nubain use in labor

    K os posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Test Question Help Which should the nurse administer first to a patient who desires IV pain medication in labor at 4 cm's? a. Fentanyl b. Nubain