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  1. CRRT training, how much is enough?

    vera4130 replied to Chisca's topic in MICU, SICU

    We get one shift training. There's a class, but it hasn't even been offered in a while. They typically start you off with the most stable CRRT patients and place an experienced CRRT nurse nearby....

  2. Holistic Health Assessment starting 9/23

    vera4130 replied to Shara2RN2012's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    This seemed too easy. I'm highly

  3. How much is too much morphine?

    vera4130 replied to Neomikeyboy's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    And sometimes family members are just selfish or can't accept the inevitable. Or worse, someone's getting a disability/social security check. I've had several patients who made their wishes VERY well...

  4. Saw a nurse yelling at a patient in ICU

    vera4130 replied to inspiredbynavy's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I had an almost identical situation happen. Only that was the first night. The second night I had her we realized that her central line was irritating her heart, and explained she could not lay all...

  5. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    Nana13, I have an ASN degree. Practice answers for strengths, weaknesses, why Parkland, why SI, hardest patient, how you deal with stress, example of good teamwork. Honestly, while my interview went...

  6. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    I did

  7. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    Has anyone heard from the SI? Offers or

  8. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    I haven't heard of them doing Skype interviews before but it's possible that they would. I don't think anyone's heard anything yet! I'm nervous but calm. Fortunately I'm at work so busy until...

  9. Reactions to being a NP

    vera4130 replied to orangepink's topic in Student Nurse Practitioner

    I don't know what kind of PA programs your state has, but I think in most you have to have a bachelor's and it's heavy on science requirements (1 year bio, 1 year gen chem, 1-2 semesters organic,...

  10. Something not to do on a job interview

    vera4130 replied to KelRN215's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I cannot imagine.... I think if a kid showed up with is parents it would be the shortest interview ever. Critical thinking, independence, hard working, can't imagine all those traits in someone who...

  11. mask or flu shot?

    vera4130 replied to lilangel6828's topic in Disaster Preparation

    I don't think we'll get a choice to opt for mask this year. I don't care how safe it is or how "effective," I resent being forced to get it. I've never had the flu, and I didn't get vaccines for it...

  12. Class ring?

    vera4130 replied to ldawn79's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I have a non-nursing degree from UTA and when I graduated I bought a ring. I didn't like the school's rings however and bought one from this company: UTA Seal Rings â€" Mastercraft Jewelry I still...

  13. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    I hear you! I've been trying not to worry about it until then but that's almost

  14. Holistic Health Assessment starting 9/23

    vera4130 replied to Shara2RN2012's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I'm taking it too! Thank you for the advice

  15. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    They said we probably wouldn't hear anything until the 16th. Who told you follow up interviews are today? I'm pretty sure they're just initial

  16. Parkland Fall 2013 Residency

    vera4130 replied to bprwatson's topic in Texas Nursing

    I interviewed yesterday and felt like it went extremely well! I'm hoping I'll get an

  17. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I have a different AC and got a similar email. I lost points but I haven't looked at because it didn't affect my letter grade. What is ridiculous is that I cited EVERY box with personal communication...

  18. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Well that solves the dilemma! Thank you for telling me, I hadn't actually looked it up to see if it was available

  19. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    I'm taking assessment next, although I'm wondering if I shouldn't switch and take research instead. I may be starting a new job in October and wouldn't have a lot of control over my schedule. I was...

  20. Favorite health care books

    vera4130 posted a topic in General Nursing

    Anyone have health care books they recommend of the non-reference nature? I have some favorites: Trauma Junkie by Janice Hudson, a collection of stories from a flight nurse How We Do Harm by Otis...

  21. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Haha on the last assignment I seriously considered just copying/pasting a paragraph earlier in the paper because the question was nearly

  22. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Warning, rant: It's a little annoying that this is due at 0800 Wednesday. Considering the processing time, if you do your work week to week, it's barely enough time. Or it might not be. It should at...

  23. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Did anyone else have problems with the FEMA page? I completed everything and then it said it couldn't process it. Edit: I got it to work! And if it lets you put all the information in, it means you...

  24. NGT Gastric Residual Volume? What would you do?

    vera4130 replied to zlintones's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Our policy is 200 mL and good judgement. We also don't notify the doctor, just turn off TF for a few hours and check it again. If its resolved, turn TF back on, if not, then I would start thinking...

  25. NURS 4465 - Vulnerable Populations (starting 8/12/13)

    vera4130 replied to Meriwhen's topic in University of Texas Arlington

    Nope. I'm pretty much doing the same thing. I'm taking TNCC this weekend so I've got more than I need on my plate right now. I'm pretty sure I can do half hearted job and get a high B. I'm borderline...