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  1. Nursing Arrogance

    oceanblue52 replied to Flowerchild6065's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I can understand the sentiment, but this is the nature of the Internet. You are posting on a public forum and give up the right to posting for "select" eyes once you post. Just because a link is...

  2. What does pathological effects mean?

    oceanblue52 replied to xmilkncookiesx's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Can only venture a guess, but I would say that your professor wants you to explain how aneurysms affect other systems in the body. What other things can go wrong and what would you monitor

  3. Potential Prospects as PMHNP

    oceanblue52 replied to benson1994's topic in Psychiatric

    I really think it is important to work in a Psych setting before getting your Psych NP. Even if you are very book smart, there are patterns of behavior, communication skills, and differential...

  4. I can't get "poop" taste out of my mouth?

    oceanblue52 replied to Philly85's topic in General Nursing

    People can have excellent hygiene and she till get "tonsil stones", where bacteria and stuff basically collect in tiny pockets. Is a very common cause for bad tastes in your mouth. About the the only...

  5. Per diem nursing

    oceanblue52 replied to Blondie28's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    The only way I managed it in nursing school was to request training on my days off and then call in sick one day at my regular job. Definitely something to plan ahead for, especially if you have to...

  6. Patient's family in denial

    oceanblue52 replied to standardprecautions's topic in General Nursing

    Often times too people do not really "get" what palliative care is; they think that once a loved one gets referred that it is a death sentence and that all treatments will be stopped. Might be...

  7. Nursing Job Outlook

    oceanblue52 replied to dbsum's topic in Colorado Nursing

    I think will be difficult for you to land an acute care job without your BSN. Some Centura hospitals hire them though. There are a few Psych hospitals that are friendly to hiring new grads. Make sure...

  8. Smart goal needed, help please!!

    oceanblue52 replied to smiley2k2's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Your original plan states to include the 6 year old Patient AND the parent. What do you know about the learning ability of a 6 year old, given what you learned in class? How is the parent

  9. When patients self-harm, who tends to it?

    oceanblue52 replied to LilaDavis's topic in Psychiatric

    I agree there is significant liability in letting patients dress their own wounds, even with a watchful nurse. Talk about a lawsuit waiting to happen! I do think it's an interesting idea to let that...

  10. "Can I give you report?"

    oceanblue52 replied to future_RN, CNA's topic in General Nursing

    One of the acute care floors I worked on had a policy of nurses giving report to CNAs with a deadline before 10 AM, it made patient care sooooo much smoother. More hospitals need to implement this. It...

  11. IM injection gone subcutaneous?

    oceanblue52 replied to Psychrn6685's topic in Patient Medications

    Honestly, if you are not supplied with any 2 inch needles, I wouldn't worry about it, you do the best you can with what you have. If he is having EPS and hallucinations it sounds like he needs a...

  12. Need help with boundaries with my charge nurse

    oceanblue52 replied to Lauraingalls's topic in General Nursing

    Don't have much to add as Double-Helix gave some GREAT advice, other than to frame this as a safety issue. It's all well and great that this Charge wants you to have things down and be independent,...

  13. Kaplan Readiness test

    oceanblue52 replied to Nursetobe89's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    That is a great score. Good

  14. IM injection gone subcutaneous?

    oceanblue52 replied to Psychrn6685's topic in Patient Medications

    Is there packaging that comes with the Haldol recommending the type of needle to use? Invega comes with both a 1.5 inch 23 gauge) and a 2 inch (21g) in the package and if I recall, insert recommends...

  15. Resume help, starting to feel defeated

    oceanblue52 replied to ButtaflyRN's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    If I were you I would get rid of bullet points 3-6, as these are basic nursing skills that are common on most med-surg floors. I would put your Charge Nurse experience at the top. Highlighting...

  16. How is the job market in washington area?

    oceanblue52 replied to 4rty's topic in Washington Nursing

    I would definitely recommend putting a local address on there, think it would be fine to use your families since you can have correspondence sent there. I would make a note in your cover letter to...

  17. The Perfect Work Day

    oceanblue52 replied to Joe V's topic in General Nursing

    I work out patient so my perfect day is a little bit different. My perfect day is having just enough Rx refill requests and phone calls to keep my day busy, but not so much that my desk is full of...

  18. Tummy ache...

    oceanblue52 replied to momto5RN's topic in School

    This is heartwarming, you are an awesome

  19. Lab Value Implications Resource Recommendations

    oceanblue52 replied to js2016's topic in General Students

    Amazon has little cards with the reference values that you can hang behind your ID

  20. Colorado Hospital Advice

    oceanblue52 replied to GatoRNurseBritt's topic in General Nursing

    UC Health has a residency program along with a location in the Springs. Pueblo hospitals are usually hiring, which is just a little south of there. Denver market is REALLY challenging for new grads...

  21. is 5 hours-ish of sleep enough time while on night shift?

    oceanblue52 replied to stargirl018's topic in Health, Stress Management

    I've worked 11p-730a shifts, and honestly did not feel safe functioning on less than 6.5-7 hours of sleep, even with sneaking a nap in myself. Everyone is different though. Living by the beach does...

  22. How soon can I apply for my nursing license in PA?

    oceanblue52 replied to abRN2017's topic in General Students

    Your program should hopefully advise you on this, as it can differ from state to state. In CO I had the majority of my application to the board filled out a month before graduation, and then I filled...

  23. Help! Med surg

    oceanblue52 replied to NursesRule44's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    With electrolytes it is essential to memorize the lab levels. In fact, the foundation of electrolytes comes down to rudimentary memorization of the signs and symptoms of both too low and too high...

  24. objective vs subjective data

    oceanblue52 replied to MaryyKate's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Exactly. These measurements are observable data that can be corroborated (I.e. Supported) by other staff members. Other examples would include things like number of scratch/burn marks on arm...

  25. Strip searching and removing jewelry

    oceanblue52 replied to KathyDay's topic in Psychiatric

    Again, I have not worked in an ED setting, only inpatient, so don't know how helpful my experience is...We often have had patients come in with jewelry from an ED though so I am guessing it is not a...