Irish RN replied to ilovemicrobiology's topic in General Nursing
It happens to me too....I have chronic sinusitis and attributed it to that but maybe it's the overall hospital environment, not sure. Only tip/trick I have is to wear a mask as needed. I've found...
May I ask how old the patient is? Mental status? Not that it should matter, but I'm curious....and the latter may work in your defense if it comes down to that. I think this is ridiculous and it's sad...
Irish RN replied to sleepdeprivation's topic in HIPAA Challenges
We call them "wallaroos" and our charts stay in them right near the pt room. There is a smaller locked area in the wallaroo where we keep medications such as Novolog/Levemir Pens, Nystatin powder, etc...