ezgreazin

palpation is a better indicator than visualization...keep trying...you don't learn nearly as much on a successful start that you do on a line you blow...learn from each mistake, evolve your technique

per Altra: ...good luck getting past the cuff if everything is correct, and an OG is much less risky re: infection than an NG

This situation is an unfortunate reality, as ER nurses we'll always see this type of pt. Hopefully you've got a good doc on shift who is going to set the pt straight and not order any narcotics.

I've always used Lido, the compassionate thing to do. I work with a retired Special Forces RN, he states if his crew needed Rocephin d/t a wild night out he'd use sterile water and let 'em know about it.

ditch the cheat sheet, carry some sticky notes in your pocket, you'll get a flow eventually.

As stated above, let it roll off your back. Did she have you running for boxed lunches and soda as well...and another warm blanket, and reposition my bed?

coban sports...hacky sack, basketball, golf or baseball with a cane

ETOH intoxication, n/v, overdose, back pain, *insert here* ridiculous ailment which should have been taken care of at the clinic, headache, fever...oh yeah, 5150

if you're not jaded by the demanding seekers and frequent fliers you're an android from outer space, or a psych nurse... its part of the job, don't let em get you down...just appreciate the REAL emergencies more when they come around, the price we pay.

like stated above, a twisted sense of humor, thick skin...i find cursing like a sailor helps-especially on the noc

If you're only 8mo's in and you're NOT scared, than I AM scared to have you as my nurse...

What happens when you get a 5150 or a 1-1 scenario?

What's the skinny? Still a newbie in the ER...some cohorts say no dice to piggybacking a propofol drip on a NS line, my hero/mentor says no problemo. We all know the IV drugs book state it's contraindicated, soooooooooooooo. Opinions?

Prep it next time and simply ask, "um, can you assist and hold the wound closed? thanks."

A blessing on the hands (for caring and healing, of course)-which included...a chaplain pouring rosemary scented olive oil on my hands while she thanked me. Meanwhile I've got a code 2 SOB coming in and a belligerent 5150 to deal with. Ever try to wash olive oil off your hands in a hurry? Thanks, hospital.