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  1. distance learning bachelor degree

    markjrn replied to Quin's topic in International Nursing

    The DW would like to go through Athabasca as well, but couldn't find much info online about cost and what their clinical requirements are. I'm hoping she can do it from the

  2. Day sleepers..........

    markjrn replied to SnowymtnRN's topic in General Nursing

    Some places really hate that foil - been there, done that. :) We just picked some up from a fabric store. It was easy and

  3. Day sleepers..........

    markjrn replied to SnowymtnRN's topic in General Nursing

    I bought black-out fabric and covered my window. Cost $8. Works far better than tinfoil, sheets, etc - I wish I would have thought of it years

  4. Abrasive Strips for the Bathtub????

    markjrn replied to crb613's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I pulled my back 7 times during one shower from slipping, with those strips. If you use them, buy lots and put them really close

  5. Byetta

    markjrn replied to markjrn's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    That's pretty good. I'd be interested to know how his numbers are once the glucophage is gone

  6. Byetta

    markjrn replied to markjrn's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Hopefully the pre-filled pen will eliminate any potential errors. I was just hoping that this was some "miracle" drug. DW and alot of her family are diabetic, and this was the most recent drug I've...

  7. Byetta

    markjrn replied to markjrn's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    It always amazes me when patients think like this. Maybe she doesn't understand all of the consequences that can come with that

  8. Byetta

    markjrn replied to markjrn's topic in Diabetes, Endocrine Nursing

    Your time is coming! :) Byetta is an injectable protein that's used for type 2 diabetics. I guess they're trying it before moving from PO meds to insulin. It isn't approved up here yet, and it's...

  9. SEVERE hot flashes at 30 yrs old

    markjrn replied to Princess74's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Just my 2 cents...DW was having hot flashes at 36 y/o and found out that she was diabetic. She still is having other changes though and wonders if its perimenopause. Her mom went through menopause...

  10. US Nurse bound for Calgary... maybe...

    markjrn replied to Annabelle57's topic in International Nursing

    Wow, that really surprises me since Canada is full of foreigners. I can't imagine any resistance

  11. Should BSNs be paid more?

    markjrn replied to edcampbe's topic in General Nursing

    Pay should be equal since both are held to the same

  12. CA wages?

    markjrn posted a topic in California Nursing

    Hi all, I am interested in learning a little more about CA. We are thinking of relocating within the next year to the northern part of the state. Preferably to a smaller city or town. Can anyone...

  13. need information on how to work in US

    markjrn replied to nurseluie's topic in International Nursing

    My first license was through MS, and it was quick. Idaho is another excellent BON to work with,

  14. Canada: How to maximize staff in a health center

    markjrn replied to dkaren's topic in International Nursing

    Maybe you can provide a few more details, like what your goals are, what staff you have available, the size of the facility and the population of the area. I live in SK and me and the DW are always...

  15. Relocating to Florida - Kaplan course for prep

    markjrn replied to natalienicole's topic in International Nursing

    I can't imagine why. I never found that at all, and I worked in many facilities. That's just my opinion, I guess. There is definitely politics in the US - it's everywhere - but I am comparing it...

  16. Deletion of Head Nurses and Supervisors

    markjrn replied to PamelaJean's topic in International Nursing

    Ain't that the

  17. canadian healthcare vs US

    markjrn replied to undecided's topic in International Nursing

    You are not important in my life, so I am not taking this personally, I simply did not like the tone of your post. Your questions are huge, complex and plentiful. I will not spend my Sunday...

  18. canadian healthcare vs US

    markjrn replied to undecided's topic in International Nursing

    You know, I just don't like the demanding tone of your post, so I think I'll refrain from answering. Have you looked at the number and severity of your questions? I have better than things to do...

  19. There was a full moon last night. Can you usually tell when you're at work?

    markjrn replied to JennInColumbus's topic in General Nursing

    I am a firm believer in the full moon nights from hell. It's always held true for me except for one Halloween night years ago, although I did see one REAL Halloween candidate that night. Anyways,...

  20. Can someone tell what these drugs do?

    markjrn replied to milenko's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I agree - it's all part of learning. Having someone feed me answers wouldn't have done me any favors when I was in

  21. canadian healthcare vs US

    markjrn replied to undecided's topic in International Nursing

    Those are big questions, and the answers may vary among provinces, to some

  22. Relocating to Florida - Kaplan course for prep

    markjrn replied to natalienicole's topic in International Nursing

    That's alot of questions! :) Well, I'll take a stab at some of these... - we found that nursing in the US was easier than Canada. There's alot more help in the US, and depending on your specialty,...

  23. Deletion of Head Nurses and Supervisors

    markjrn replied to PamelaJean's topic in International Nursing

    I guess it would really depend on the staff you're dealing with. I have seen alot of Charges in my day kick back, take no patients, listen to their MP3 player, do crafts, etc. Essentially, they...

  24. Are LPNS in Demand across Canada??

    markjrn replied to Fiona59's topic in International Nursing

    Well that was my understanding too. My SIL seems to do just about everything. It seems that you hear about LTC alot, but it's good to hear about the acute side too. :) You can't really compare...

  25. Questions for Yellowknife, NWT nurses

    markjrn replied to NorthER,RN's topic in International Nursing

    Congrats on landing your job! We've thought about going to the NWT (we weigh all of our options :)), but the DW doesn't want to go somewhere desolate (not sure if it is). It gets pretty chilly...