Irish_Mist BSN, RN

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    Taking A&P 1&2 at the same time

    Irish_Mist replied to LD1289's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Do not take these two classes together. You are setting yourself up to be overwhelmed and to
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    Texas Tech-Accelerated BSN Spring 2020

    Irish_Mist replied to kantwine's topic in School, College Programs

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    Nurses that “only do it for the money”

    Irish_Mist replied to AFJ32780's topic in General Nursing

    OMG I was just talking about this yesterday. I can't stand it when nurses act like this. I find myself just rolling my eyes. As if they nevvvverrrrrr get annoyed when a patient acts like a horse's...
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    Medication Error

    Irish_Mist replied to jeane1090's topic in General Nursing

    It sounds like your anxiety about making a med error is what might have led you to missing this lasix dose. Take a deep breath and relax. Going over the MAR multiple times every hour is not necessary....
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    How do you take blood pressures for 90 people?

    Irish_Mist replied to wandwaving's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    You don't. You find another job where there is safe staffing. Might not be the most helpful answer but it is the best one I've
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    Opiates Are Not for All Pain

    Irish_Mist replied to soliantony's topic in Advanced Practice

    My first thought as well. In fact, I wonder if the patient herself would even test positive for opiates. There a so many situations of caregivers or family members taking or selling narcotics intended...
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    Poorest lack of judgment EVER!!!

    Irish_Mist replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    What in the everlasting hell is wrong with that teacher? My
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    I have always been opposed to bringing young children to the ICU unless it's an end of life situation. Even then, I'm not so sure it is a good idea. In addition to potentially getting sick, it has to...
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    ETA: saw your recent response to Fiona and see where you're coming from. I'm glad to know you agree that it's wrong to film the staff without asking. I personally don't see anything wrong with writing...
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    Is your son 55 and does he need you to be the one who talks to the doctor and not him? Break has been
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    I have the right to not be recorded without my consent at my place of employment. Patient's have an expectation of privacy and so do I. It's a two way street. It is totally possible for patients to...
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    Pre-nursing

    Irish_Mist replied to carlarenee02's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    At this point in your life, do you really want to incur more debt and work a physically/mentally/emotionally demanding job?How much longer do you plan on working? If you want to work for another 15...
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    I cannot stand families with the unhealthy dynamic between adult children and parents. It's usually between a son and mom and half the time, mom answers questions for the son as he looks to her for...
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    Patients & Pet Peeves

    Irish_Mist replied to SisterofMary's topic in General Nursing

    People who hound me about getting discharged the moment someone (usually a specialist who clears him/her) mentions possible discharge. Seriously, stalking me at the nurses' station or in the hallway...
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    Nurse dating former patient?

    Irish_Mist replied to mzsuccess's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    In general, I think it is a bad idea. If things go sour and the other party is bitter, they could throw some major accusations your way. It sounds like a great romance novel idea, but not a good idea...
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    nurse doesn't do her charting

    Irish_Mist replied to NayNeyRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Maybe I'm in the minority here but I do not care at all how someone charts or doesn't chart. I am not in management so I am not paid to care. Now, when it comes to patient safety issues, I definitely...
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    Assisted living turned nightmare

    Irish_Mist replied to danij040866's topic in Nursing Career

    This doesn't sound like an assisted living facility to me. It sounds more like an understaffed nursing home. 5 total cares? Wound Vacs? Don't these people receive home health? I work in a telemetry...
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    What do you do on weekends off?

    Irish_Mist replied to hppygr8ful's topic in General Nursing

    Mavrick! With all the delicious places to eat in Seattle, you had Taco Bell for lunch. I am truly shocked and almost a little offended
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    Student Nurse Med Error

    Irish_Mist replied to heallis's topic in General Students

    There is no such thing as a student nurse med error. Think about that for a minute. When I precept nursing students who can give meds, we go over all meds together before proceeding. Your preceptor...
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    First patient fall...

    Irish_Mist replied to Shawn4455's topic in General Nursing

    You know what? Administration can kiss my ass. You were dealing with what sounds like an impossible situation. If administration doesn't want falls, how about they staff appropriately? How about we...
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    Depressed after nursing school

    Irish_Mist posted a topic in General Nursing

    I recently graduated from an accelerated BSN program. It was intense and very stressful. I've found that I am depressed and don't feel like doing much. I start my new job in a telemetry unit in...
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    Accepting verbal orders from another nurse?

    Irish_Mist replied to amberrenae, RN's topic in General Nursing

    You did the right thing. This person can go sit in a fire ant pile for being so
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    How to handle condescending doctor

    Irish_Mist replied to MyAimIsTrue's topic in General Nursing

    I actually agree with this physician. She should have kept quiet and spoken with him in
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    Depressed and Disappointed in Myself

    Irish_Mist replied to Samx3's topic in First Year After Licensure

    I've been there. It sucks so badly. I know how scared you feel. But, you'll be happy to know, it DOES get better. Push forward and continue to do the best you can. You've made it this
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    NCTC Spring 2015

    Irish_Mist posted a topic in Texas Nursing

    Is anoyone applying for the Spring 2015 class at North Central Texas College? I'm kind of hesitant to pursue ADN upon hearing that many hospitals prefer BSN graduates only. I have a prior bachelors...