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    False Facebook Health Messages

    Emergent replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    Watch this clip from Sleeper, a Woody Allen movie from the 1970s! It is
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    False Facebook Health Messages

    Emergent replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    It's funny how coconut oil is the new wonder food. 10 years ago it was considered a dangerous saturated fat. Still, I like it and am glad it's okay to eat now, without
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    False Facebook Health Messages

    Emergent replied to blondy2061h's topic in General Nursing

    Nothing new under the sun. I remember Steve McQueen taking coffee enemas to cure his cancer way back when. People were sleeping under pyramids to live longer. And I the remember the crystal fad....
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    Forgetting to waste meds

    Emergent replied to NewGirl24's topic in Patient Medications

    Pretend like narcotics are radioactive plutonium, and without special handling and protocols, you will die of radioactive poisoning. That's my approach. Try to always waste
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    First time fired by a patient

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

    I'm exhausted just reading your account! The only time I got fired was by the unreasonable wife of a pt (known for firing nurses) He had a couple of PO meds so I brought the packets into his room...
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    HELP! New ED RN Off of Orientation Soon

    Emergent replied to meghanlyn's topic in Emergency

    ER nursing is a team effort. You'll never be totally alone. Once you are off orientation, your co-workers will know that you are new and will be helping you navigate as a new nurse. Eventually,...
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    The Face of a Medical Error...

    Emergent replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I will be learning from this too. I, as many, have made small errors over the years. I will be hyper vigilant when I return to work tomorrow. God Bless you ♪♫ in my
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    Is this a common attendace policy?

    Emergent replied to Dazglue's topic in General Nursing

    You can PM me the hospital, unit, and city, and I'll gladly contact the press. I actually know an RN who worked at a local nursing home as a RCC. Her son died in a work accident and she was fired....
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    Is the anti-bully trend going to far?

    Emergent posted a topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    We have a charge nurse who has gotten in trouble because her clique creates a hostile work environment for others. I've been a nurse a long time, I don't have a thin skin, I'm a seasoned baby boomer,...
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    Given a warning

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

    Being fully honest, without diplomacy, it not wise. If a woman asks a man "Does this dress make me look fat, honey?" What should he say? "You are fat, honey" or "You look so sexy, can't wait to take...
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    Am I making a mistake?

    Emergent replied to robinrene1212's topic in Nursing Career

    If it's working for you and your family, and you like it, why feel like you have to change? You will ALWAYS be in demand in LTC, probably more so than acute care. Further down the road, if you get...
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    Given a warning

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

    This is the consumerist society we live in, love it or leave it. It's just the way it is. I sometimes tell pts that I was busy with a more ill person, but I only say that to someone I've already felt...
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    Is this a common attendace policy?

    Emergent replied to Dazglue's topic in General Nursing

    Unbelievable! I work for a for profit hospital chain. This would never happen. It actually does sound illegal to penalize someone for a close family member death. It sounds like something from Charles...
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    Nurses desensitized to death?

    Emergent replied to Meeny's topic in General Nursing

    The problem is the rest of the population that is unnaturally shielded from death. Our society compartmentalizes life events that used to be attended to by family members. It's only in recent history...
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    Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome

    Emergent posted a topic in Emergency

    Have you all encountered providers identifying this syndrome? I think it's under-identified. It's marijuana induced vomiting. In my state, marijuana has been made legal. Pts are becoming more open...
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    Who's for banning rotating shifts?

    Emergent replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    What do you think of rotating shifts? 1) Everyone should have rotating shifts 2) The option should be available for some 3) They are unhealthy and unsafe 4) I think they are another way for...
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    Who's for banning rotating shifts?

    Emergent replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    What kind of poll is this? 1)An unscientific one 2) A poll written by someone with a strong opinion 3) A poll where most of the choices support the poll maker's bias 4) The most biased poll I've...
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    Anyone still giving Demerol?

    Emergent posted a topic in Patient Medications

    I just read in another thread about Demerol being given. I thought that went out at least 6 or 7 years ago. It seems that, as soon as Dilaudid came along, Demerol went out the window, especially in...
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    Emergent replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I have an awesome Nurse Practitioner. She is someone I previously worked with, she has extensive nursing experience prior to her becoming an ARNP, she is open to various holistic outlooks and LISTENS!...
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    Emergent replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    People like this, though, underestimate the power of "old hags". This supposed 25 yr old critical care NP will find out. For all we know, though, he is merely an internet mischief
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    Emergent replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Good luck in life and in your interpersonal relationships. You have some maturing to do. You emanate disrespect in your posts, I'm sure that's what gets you into hot water in life, not your
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    Emergent replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I just peeked at the OP's posts on other threads. I have to agree. She seems to hate older women and is incredibly burnt out considering her stated age of 25. OP... you need to figure out what's...
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    I have the time (to pee)

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

    Where did I say I live in Seattle? I do not. I do, however, live in Seahawks country, which encompasses a far greater territory than Seattle... Yes, my hospital is unionized. They don't seem to do...
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    Emergent replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Sorry, this sounds like a personal attack. I doubt is the OP is a know-nothing. She is just frustrated with some of the inanities in our
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    why nursing is a mess. three simple facts

    Emergent replied to chillnurse's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    It actually makes more sense for States to administer education requirements, discipline, and all else that goes into nursing. The fees help pay for the people who do this. I personally find my yearly...