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  1. Happy Flippin' Nurse's Day

    realnursealso/LPN replied to tencat's topic in General Nursing

    My agency didn't even say it. Not even a happy nurses day insert in our

  2. To suction or not to suction?

    realnursealso/LPN replied to texasheat's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I learned to not put the yankauer in between the person's teeth. Suctioning in the sides of their cheeks usually works just as well. It's hard, and doesn't always work, but I've done this lots of...

  3. Can I do this job???? I need advice please.

    realnursealso/LPN replied to lvnjden4ever, R.N.'s topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I just wanted to say, hugs to you. Like others said, breathe. LTC/Rehab is very demanding. Everyone knows you are new. Just take your time, don't let anyone rush you. I'm so glad it's only 20-27...

  4. Pharm ??? again

    realnursealso/LPN replied to nursejackie2010's topic in General Nursing

    :smackingf:banghead: I'll just not comment. Student section is where this

  5. Where are all of the "experienced nurses hiding?"

    realnursealso/LPN replied to SWS RN's topic in General Nursing

    Usually when a person joins a discussion it is due to the fact they have something relevent to add, or share. They have knowledge directly of what is being discussed. A nursing discussion board is a...

  6. Where are all of the "experienced nurses hiding?"

    realnursealso/LPN replied to SWS RN's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry I forgot the number one thing that makes my blood boil, LPN'S ARE NOT BEING PHASED OUT, I don't care what your instructor told you! I do not need to be an RN to be considered a nursing...

  7. Where are all of the "experienced nurses hiding?"

    realnursealso/LPN replied to SWS RN's topic in General Nursing

    I totally agree with you. If I see one more, "I would never do that." Or should I be an RN or LPN thread I will pull my hair out. I don't understand why nursing students or prenursing students, would...

  8. New Grad,,, Need help.

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Roxy625's topic in General Nursing

    Form 5 - Application for Limited Permit ( 37 KB) Section I: If you are applying for a limited permit, complete this section before asking your prospective employer to complete Section II. Section...

  9. smokers

    realnursealso/LPN replied to getoverit's topic in General Nursing

    You know what? This topic is soooooooooooooo over

  10. ADVICE...? Please help me think of a way to solve this issue.

    realnursealso/LPN replied to babymason2008's topic in General Nursing

    I think it is a waste of time. I can't fathom counting all the meds in a cart. That higher up needs to actually look at a med cart and realize that it would be impossible and a total waste of time....

  11. Why not admit this patient?

    realnursealso/LPN replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    I am going to give you some advise, call code enforcement. They can deem the house unfit to live in. This is why I know who you should call. This happened very close to where I live. If only someone...

  12. Myasthenia Gravis vs Multiple Sclerosis

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Hopeful2011's topic in General Nursing

    How about the initials MSN=MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (NERVES) and MGM=MYASTHENIA GRAVIS (MUSCLES) this might

  13. New to HH, pediatric private duty advice

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Magsulfate's topic in General Nursing

    If you are caught sleeping on the job, you can lose your nursing license. I have been doing High Tech Pediatric home care for many years. One of the reason parents have night nurses is so they can...

  14. Two-Step PPD Test

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Despareux's topic in General Nursing

    I did a google search. This article seems to address your question in the first few paragraphs. Check it out: http://www.ccjm.org/content/70/1/49.full.pdf+html Hope this

  15. Daytonite has passed away...

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Brian's topic in General Nursing

    WOW, is all I can say. What a wonderful lady/nurse. I kind of remembered her name but wasn't sure, so I searched her name. I am amazed at all the help she gave to many,many nursing students on this...

  16. "Nurses Are So Mean"

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I always love Ruby's posts. I wish I worked with her! I am so sick of the way things are in the whole world. This entitlement attitude. Just like the way people treat children these days, then wonder...

  17. Why Not???!!!

    realnursealso/LPN replied to kele0197's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude. " ~ Thomas Jefferson Keep doing well, temper...

  18. can an unlicensed nursing assistant empty foley's?

    realnursealso/LPN replied to believeallispossible's topic in General Nursing

    Why would you need a license to empty a

  19. Describe your dream LTC

    realnursealso/LPN replied to SuesquatchRN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    "No more hospital gowns to go to bed in. Everyone has their own set of pajamas." Actually not far from where I live, a grandaughter of one of the residents at an inner city nursing home, has done just...

  20. slow code?

    realnursealso/LPN replied to pbmnms2's topic in General Nursing

    I've been a nurse for a long time. When I worked in the hospital long ago at the beginning of my career, I heard that term used once. It is a very old term. I am betting your supervisor has been a...

  21. What on earth did nursing students do before the internet and msg boards??

    realnursealso/LPN replied to klone's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the op. Just yesterday we had 2 students on here blatently asking for us to answer their homework. I did my homework, they need to do their own. What kind of student are you if you expect...

  22. pls help

    realnursealso/LPN replied to hopeless case's topic in General Nursing

    http://search.yahoo.com/search;_ylt=Av4XTja_2Sd4zjmjabVSBtmbvZx4?p=Antenatal+screening+&toggle=1&cop=mss&ei=UTF-8&fr=yfp-t-701 276,000 results for Antenatal

  23. Another Vent....

    realnursealso/LPN replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Sounds like you had a trying day. I don't have any advice, just a :hug:. Hope tomorrow is

  24. case studies to study from ??

    realnursealso/LPN replied to beatrice1's topic in General Nursing

    I did a google search on Medical case studies for nursing students:...

  25. Is this common practice or was I in the wrong??

    realnursealso/LPN replied to Sassylil14u's topic in General Nursing

    Hey unsupportive ones above, why so uncaring? We are here to help each other. Give it a rest. Quote from my post yesterday:"Next topic, chastising others. I am sure some of you think you are the...