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  1. Emergent

    Linguistic Pet Peeves

    Emergent replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    "Used to be", you
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    Linguistic Pet Peeves

    Emergent replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    They're probably trying to pass for Canadian, which, let's face it, is cooler than being
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    Linguistic Pet Peeves

    Emergent replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I hate it when people write "I would of done that if I could of." instead of "I would have done that if I could have." I know a lot of us drop the H when we speak, but 'of' is not
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    Linguistic Pet Peeves

    Emergent replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    That is, literally, the most judgmental, albeit insightful post I've read, ya know? u r
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    Linguistic Pet Peeves

    Emergent replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    We have one doc in our ER, my favorite actually, who is always writing medical abbreviations in his DC instructions. Like, "take all your abx as prescribed", as an example. So, I'll write in the...
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    New nurse: I get no respect

    Emergent replied to Nurse326's topic in Emergency

    As a new grad in the ED, your role when a trauma rolls in will not be very central. You probably have that deer in the headights look. I know it took me a long time to feel comfortable and know what...
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    Nurses with eating disorders?

    Emergent replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    I just want to say, for our ancestors, food was a preoccupation, rightfully. For many of us, our DNA is still telling us to feast while there is plenty to prepare for inevitable shortages. This was a...
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    Accidentally told my coworker what I make, BIG ISSUES NOW

    Emergent replied to newrn93's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OP, you sound very naive. First if all, his place does sound like it might have some crocodiles inhabiting its waters. It sounds like you're working with some established, probably older, LPNs....
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    Tired of being angry

    Emergent replied to Rexie's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with do job, count money. Don't take anything personally. DON'T run down the halls! Walk at a steady, reasonable pace. Have a pleasant, detached manner. Just think how great your life is...
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    Negativity

    Emergent replied to nerdynurse22's topic in General Nursing

    Gratitude is key. Be
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    Has pain scale contributed to opiate problem?

    Emergent replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    The idea that AA is the be all, end all in treating addiction is starting to be questioned these days. Interesting article... After 75 Years of Alcoholics Anonymous, It’s Time to Admit We Have a...
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    Accidentally told my coworker what I make, BIG ISSUES NOW

    Emergent replied to newrn93's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    LOL, one coworker once gaily brought up the subject of masturbation, saying that "Everyone does it!". I must have looked at her in stunned silence, so she said, "Well, you do it, don't you?". I told...
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    Nurses with eating disorders?

    Emergent replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    There is a gal I work with who is thin as a rail, and only eats salads. I've wondered about her. I mentioned once that she is very slender, she said, oh no, it's all in my butt. That statement made me...
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    Some days.......

    Emergent replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    How dare you say that about me! I'm leaving Allnurses forever. (Or at least for an
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    Some days.......

    Emergent replied to roser13's topic in General Nursing

    I love posts like this, calling someone out. If someone annoys me, I don't respond. I certainly don't give them a scathing response that is far more abrasive and belligerent than the post I'm...
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    Accidentally told my coworker what I make, BIG ISSUES NOW

    Emergent replied to newrn93's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I made $90,000 last year as a lowely
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    Has pain scale contributed to opiate problem?

    Emergent replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I generally am not in favor of one size fits all scales that are so popular these days. But, what's wrong with mild, moderate, and severe as reported by pt? Then add the nurses observations of the...
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    Has pain scale contributed to opiate problem?

    Emergent replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    The socioeconomic and educational level of my patients is pertinent. Less sophisticated people, with poor adaptive skills, are easily swayed by a healthcare system that doled out opiates the past 30...
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    Accidentally told my coworker what I make, BIG ISSUES NOW

    Emergent replied to newrn93's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    OP,you sound like a wonderful person. The women who are giving you a hard time sound awful. Really, the preceptor asks a direct question, then goes wagging her tongue, turning the rest of her coven of...
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    Has pain scale contributed to opiate problem?

    Emergent replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I had a serious injury last year, with 8 severed nerves, 5 severed tendons, and a very, very painful recovery. I have lingering limitations and pain. Yes, I understand
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    Has pain scale contributed to opiate problem?

    Emergent replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I personally think if you are a 10, you are screaming in agony and unable to do much else. I will tell people, "0 is no pain, and a 10 is like I'm sawing your arm off without anesthesia", and they'll...
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    Facility Stopping & Searching Employees' Personal Belongings

    Emergent replied to All4NursingRN's topic in General Nursing

    I went skiing with a nurse who told me she keeps left over Toradol to use if she needs it. I couldn't believe she was telling me this, she is my friend's friend. At my hospital we have to count it,...
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    Anything I can do with nursing and history degrees?

    Emergent replied to Weirdo's topic in General Nursing

    Fun thread. I'm a bit of an odd ball. I've managed, most of my career, to only work part time.Currently, I am Per Diem at 2 jobs and making my own schedule. My thing was being frugal, paying off my...
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    $15 Min Wage - Effect on RNs

    Emergent replied to FutureDNP2021's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, this nation was built on the backs of dirt poor people. From the sweatshops of NY, to the sharecroppers of the South, to Chinese coolies working on the railroad, not to mentioned Slaves...
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    Should I quit?

    Emergent replied to michellesee's topic in Nursing Career

    You should grit your teeth and stick it out for a year, then explore your options. After you are legally married to your boyfriend, you can consider letting him support you, remember, marriage is...