Kuriin BSN, RN

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    Critical Thinking Strategies

    Kuriin replied to vane225's topic in General Students

    Two answers will always be way off. Two answers will both be right, but only one will be the best answer. Similarly to SAT/GRE testing, you need to cross off the first two. For the last two, I...
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    Why is the answer to this question Metabolic Alkalosis?

    Kuriin replied to Nursing2102's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    As tryingtohaveitall said, loss of bicarbonate = low pH. Loss of PaCO2 = alkaline. I'm sure it was just a little mistake though. I can't say for sure. But, the normal range for bicarbonate is 22-26....
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    Why is the answer to this question Metabolic Alkalosis?

    Kuriin replied to Nursing2102's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    BTW, Nursing2102, remember that metabolic syndromes act together whereas respiratory act inversely. ^HCO3 and ^pH = Metabolic whereas ^pH and decreased PaCO2 = Respiratory. (or I guess you can use...
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    Why is the answer to this question Metabolic Alkalosis?

    Kuriin replied to Nursing2102's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    So, take a look at the labs. A long look. What do we know about metabolic syndromes -- be it alkalosis or acidosis? Is that it first goes through respiratory alkalosis/acidosis and is then advanced to...
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    case study

    Kuriin replied to nurse nesreen's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    What do you think his problem is? Why do you think he's taking the nitroglycerin? Answering those questions should steer you in the right direction of how to take care of the
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    Acne from being at the hospital???

    Kuriin replied to loveoutloud's topic in General Students

    I use Clindamycin topical 1% ointment gel which has kept me acne free for the past 4 years. I love it. It does sound stress related, though. Sorry!
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    3M Littmann Cardiology III Stethoscope

    Kuriin replied to 2bRNatasha85's topic in General Students

    I *love* my Cardiology III. I went from a Littman II classic to the Cardiology and everything I listen to is so crystal
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    Immunizations for RN program question

    Kuriin replied to pmabraham's topic in General Students

    TB test (PPD), TDaP, Flu, HepA/B, Varicella, Mumps,
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    Chemistry

    Kuriin replied to olaureno's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Chemistry really isn't used for microbiology. It is, however, used quite a bit in physiology. University of San Francisco does not require chemistry as a prerequisite. (I've never taken chem,
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    Help with math problem please!!!

    Kuriin replied to bambidoll777's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Why don't you give us your answers so we can actually tell you if you're right or
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    case study

    Kuriin replied to Sam Dh's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Sorry about that, Esme! Won't happen
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    Help with math problem please!!!

    Kuriin replied to bambidoll777's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    edit: Removing this because it is the answer. Just remember the formula: Want/Have *
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    Case Study question

    Kuriin replied to 2bNurseCai's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    You're supposed to take three pills first before doing anything. If by then it does not alleviate the pain, call 911 ASAP because that's bad. B is technically correct because it can be sublingual thus...
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    case study

    Kuriin replied to Sam Dh's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Patient is experiencing fruity odor which is indicative of ketone bodies or Kussmaul's Respirations. Uncontrolled DM sounds like Diabetic Ketoacidosis. However, patient is also experiencing tachypnea...
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    Nursing Fundamentals Question

    Kuriin replied to kcdg1873's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    AU = Both Ear AS = Left Ear (S = Sinister = Left) AD = Right Ear Look at patterns. :-) S will always be left. U will always be both. D will always be
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    Nursing diagnosis help

    Kuriin replied to Stoogesfan's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Why was he placed on a H2 antagonist? (Sorry if you answered this already...) Really? That seems pretty high to me. Diabetics should range from 70-130 and non-diabetics should be 70-100. You ain't...
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    Nursing diagnosis help

    Kuriin replied to Stoogesfan's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Ackley's is what I use. It's perfectly fine. No need to buy another diagnosis
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    Are you required to get a flu shot in the nursing program?

    Kuriin replied to cee cee g's topic in General Students

    Flu shots are required. However, waiver forms are available for those who have allergic reactions. Downside is, you have to wear a face mask all day during
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    Have you ever had an AP class where everyone is failing?

    Kuriin replied to diana10's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Taking a summer class doesn't mean it's accelerated. There are sessions where the summer classes can either be 4 weeks, 6 weeks, 8 weeks, or 16 weeks. However, it does sound like your professor did...
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    Nursing diagnosis help

    Kuriin replied to Stoogesfan's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think the biggest thing you've yet to tell us is why is the patient even in the hospital? How are his
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    Help with my research question please?

    Kuriin replied to Tammy90's topic in General Students

    Why can't you do a research paper on both of them? Both subjects sounds
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    2014 UCSF MEPN Applicants

    Kuriin replied to JustD16's topic in Post Graduate Students

    I know it's a bit early. But, has anyone heard back from them yet? I think decisions are made anywhere from late September to typically
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    Is Mandatory DNP by 2015 a Done Deal?

    Kuriin replied to SandBetweenMyToes's topic in Doctoral Nursing Degrees

    Erm, Viva...you're wrong. PAs need to have their charts signed off by physicians whereas NPs do not. NPs can own a practice but need a MD for on-call. If anything, NPs are more autonomous compared to...
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    critical thinking

    Kuriin replied to Chickenpoo's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Esme is right on Maslow's. Why is she scared and apprehensive? In regards to your nursing diagnosis, look at section II "Guide to Nursing Diagnosis" in the book. I don't want to give you the...
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    need some help with culture class

    Kuriin replied to agavina's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This is NCLEX style questions. Drop two of the obvious wrong answers and figure out the correct one. It should be pretty obvious in a critical thinking