arose93
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My professors emphasized a 72 hour rule for both the iv catheter and tubing. Even the hospital we did our clincals at uses a 72 hour rule.
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We learned to start IVs on the IV arms and hands my school had. We were only allowed to try IVs on pts under strict watch of our clinical instructor and only if they felt comfortable with it. Many of us never poked a real patient, only the mannequin arms.
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I guess I come from the generation where it's "trendy" or "current". I don't think it's necessarily tacky or unprofessional to display your tattoos at work. If they are derogatory or offensive in any way, then yes, cover them up. My employer does not have any policies regarding tattoos in the workplace that I am aware of, a lot of the male nurses display full sleeves.
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While I did do the reading, I probably could have actually studied the content more, and asked more questions. I've started going over the material already and I feel like I've forgotten a lot of it, as if it's new. And then every once in a while something sounds familiar. I'm hoping things start to kick back in once lecture starts. Any study tips? I could use all the help I can get.
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Hi, Ive had this account for a while, though this is my first time using it. I thought it would nice to network with other people going through the same thing I am. Hopefully some of you can help. I was supposed to graduate in May of 2013. Supposed to being the key phrase. I failed a few tests and needed more points than were available, and dropped out to save my GPA. Needless to say, I raised my GPA higher, and reapplied, so now I am retaking my last semester. I start on the 22nd. I'm terrified. I remember the stress and the blood, sweat and tears. Mostly I remember the devastation of not passing. I've wanted to be a nurse since I was 10, I am now 20, and I'm terrified of the past repeating itself. I'm terrified of not making it again. Am I just psyching myself out? If anyone has any advice it would be MUCH appreciated. I want this more than anything and I think I am letting my fears and anxiety get in the way.