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  1. You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

  2. You think the "Nursing Glut" is bad now?

  3. Mistakes Are Inevitable: No One Is Perfect.

    Thank you
  4. I can relate to OP rant. A call had came into to my office about doing an injection in our office that another MD ordered, but mom doesn't want to drive to that docs office for the injection. I tell...
  5. Things you'd like to say to....

  6. Student Nurse "Help me!" Threads

    I believe what the OP is saying that if you ask for advise and/or help, the polite thing to do is thank the people that have years of experience helping you. Don't be rude, and please don't get snotty...
  7. I would start with CNA first. The training is shorter, and will give you a basic knowledge before you decide if you want to do MA. If you decide to do MA, my advise would to look into a CC first...
  8. I remember those phones. No caller ID back
  9. Fired for posting on face book

    I'm not sure why some people post bad things about the company they work for on FB. If you need to vent about it, maybe they need to vent to a friend, not on the internet. It looks like not much...
  10. What's the funniest most unusual baby name?

    I know a few names that stick out.....jäger....because that's how he was conceived, and harshit......an Indian name. A few wired spelling to normal names, but why people make up names is beyond
  11. With so many different types of Dansko shoes out, can I get opinions on which ones you like. I work in a office in peds and physical season is starting soon, and I cannot take another summer changing...
  12. What to do after a rough shift?

    After a really bad shift, which have been more frequent due to staffing shortages, I drive the long way home. Sometimes that helps clear out my
  13. Culturally insensitive patients

    I was born in the suburbs of Chicago, but apparently I have an accent, so I've been told. My favorite response to the where do I come from question....... Earth. Keep your head up and have a great...
  14. Most prerequisites may transfer depending on class compatibility, but any core classes will not transfer. Talk to your dean to see if they can help you, or put you in the right
  15. I got it!!!!

    You can go with a generic answer such as you are accepting a position that complements your expertise and is an opportunity that can't be passed up. Congrats on the new job and good
  16. Job interview?

    I agree with goo, but you should also follow up with an email or call thanking her for the interview and that you are looking forward to hearing from her. Good
  17. Can Anyone Help Me?

    We had first time parents frantically bring in a week old baby. I rushed them back to see the doc, and when I asked what the problem was, their response was that the baby's gas smells bad. Ummm, did...
  18. a&p 1 in four weeks?!?!?!?!

    First, take a deep breath. My advise would be to get the book for your class and start reading. The first few chapters should just be refreshers from bio and chem. After that you start getting into...
  19. Is there any truth to this?

    Just my two cents. I work in a peds office and many parents call to say that their child is burning up with a fever. The most common answer I get when I ask how high the temp is 98.9. Usually from...
  20. 2013 ICD-9 CM and CPT coding books

    You can look online for some used books. I got mine at half.com or you could always rent the books for the term. Make sure you have the ISBN
  21. can you give injections

    Added: by injections for medical assistants I meant vaccines. At my office, any other meds that need to be dispensed are done by the
  22. can you give injections

    You can't give injections as a CNA. As a medical a assistant you can give injections only when a physician is present per the
  23. Issues with another student

    I would not only talk to your fellow student, but also your instructor. Explain that this attitude is not acceptable, nor will you tolerate any type of an attempt to sabotage your academic track. Good...
  24. should i take a cpr class now or...?

    My experience is that you have to have your CPR done prior to employment. My employer does not pay for certification. For your CPR class, I would look for a local fire department that offers classes....