caringfornurses

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1. How do women feel about pts that only want female RN's?

   caringfornurses replied to hodgieRN's topic in MICU, SICU

   I think that many patients perceive men as more caring. We have 3 male nurses and 2 male CNAs on our unit. We have 35 female nurses and CNAs. The funny thing is how often the patients comment how...

2. You are not my only patient

   caringfornurses replied to anotherone's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   So not true. No one gets along with everyone. And no one can possibly have a good day every day. I have been a nurse for 20 years, and yes I have had angry patients. I really hate it when my patients...

3. Has anyone made a medication error and *not* get fired for it?

   caringfornurses replied to pinkiepieRN's topic in Patient Medications

   I have never worked with a nurse that has not made a med error. I say learn and move on. Always remember, the first time it is a mistake. The second time, it is a choice. Oh, by the way, your boss...

4. Healing the Hospital Hierarchy

   caringfornurses replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

   After reading this article, several encounters popped into my head. I wish there was a way for physicians to see that we are only trying to help the patient, which will ultimately help them. Looking...

5. You are not my only patient

   caringfornurses replied to anotherone's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   Is it so wrong for a patient to expect you to do your job? Is it their fault that you have other patients? Think about this when you look to see if your check was deposited. Would you be upset if it...

6. Tranexamic Acid

   caringfornurses replied to Squarestate's topic in Orthopedic

   tranexamic acid does not help to form clots. It actually helps prevent clots from breaking down after surgery. Interestingly, we have been using it for a while and it seems to work. Part of the normal...

7. Improving patient satisfaction in OB

   caringfornurses replied to PinkNBlue's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I have been asking myself that same question.I would imagine that if someone were in labor, you could teach side effects all you want before giving the medication, who would hear it? I have been...

8. Tying Patient Satisfaction to Medicare Reimbursement is Problematic

   caringfornurses replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient Safety Issues

   I think the ship has sailed for me. Now, I am over the shock and dismay and would just like to move on. Does anyone have high scores? Any suggestions on how to answer call lights as soon as the...