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  1. Lavender?!

    annie.rn replied to huffmannurse's topic in School

    Shittrus --- funniest mash up word I've heard in a long time! It will now be part of my vocabulary. Thank you

  2. Lavender?!

    annie.rn replied to huffmannurse's topic in School

    When my son was a colicky little tyke, we'd bathe him in this J&J lavender baby bath followed by a baby massage w/ the matching baby lotion. All with the lights dim and relaxation music playing....

  3. We were all wrong about nursing home nurses

    annie.rn replied to Ruger8mm's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I agree wholeheartedly with the others. I have the utmost respect for nurses who work LTC. They are amazing. I only WISH I had what it takes to do what they do each and every

  4. What are your personal standards when a patient "refuses care"

    annie.rn replied to DesiDani's topic in General Nursing

    I have found that with a few of our "difficult" pt.s that end up with us long term (due to any or all of these: homeless, unfunded, psychiatric diagnoses, placement issues) staff get in the mindset...

  5. Controveral Topic: Using medications for studying and exams

    annie.rn replied to Volley88's topic in General Students

    Neither are without potentially serious side effects and should not be taken w/o a medical provider's prescription and supervision. If one legitimately has an illness requiring these drugs and he/she...

  6. Rules for Per Diems

    annie.rn replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    One of the places I worked per diem was pretty hardcore. Minimum 5 days per month, two weekend days and you were in the same rotation for the major holidays as the FT staff. One year Christmas Eve...

  7. Proper protocol - nurse error while with daughter in ER

    annie.rn replied to joseyjo's topic in General Nursing

    I think I would. When I say know-it-all/tattle-tail I'm talking about a person who brings up every minor infraction and actively looks for things to complain about. Things that will most likely...

  8. do you think this is rude?

    annie.rn replied to ssquared123's topic in General Students

    Despite it being inconsiderate (in my opinion), I agree w/ the other posters who said not to sweat the small stuff and to let it go. You will come across many many rude, inconsiderate and lazy...

  9. Irritating spouses/family that don't understand?

    annie.rn replied to Eleven011's topic in General Nursing

    My husband is not your stereotypical apnea pt. He is a pretty thin guy so I could probably pull off the bed onto the floor if I had to initiate an emergency action plan. My husband has been through...

  10. Nursing student frustrated by CNAs...

    annie.rn replied to milliemack15's topic in General Students

    It sounds super frustrating but I would try hard to continue to work hard and look the other way. They do not rate your performance so what they think doesn't matter. Do not bring it up at your...

  11. do you think this is rude?

    annie.rn replied to ssquared123's topic in General Students

    I agree. It was inconsiderate. The only explanation would be if there was not a linen bag in the room and they didn't have time to go grab a bag and return to bag the linen. Even then, I would've...

  12. Irritating spouses/family that don't understand?

    annie.rn replied to Eleven011's topic in General Nursing

    LOL[emoji23] My husband has sleep apnea but will not wear his CPAP with any regularity. Despite being aware of: A) How much more rested he feels when he wears it. B.) The long term risks to his...

  13. Proper protocol - nurse error while with daughter in ER

    annie.rn replied to joseyjo's topic in General Nursing

    I always scrub the hub and I do mean always. Not that I'm some kind if goody goody... I know there are things I do wrong...but b/c it was hammered into us in nursing school and then it became a...

  14. Embarrassed and depressed

    annie.rn replied to beezwax404's topic in General Students

    You are NOT a loser! You have a dream and are doing whatever it takes to make it happen. If that means moving back in with your parents for a time, so be it. There is no shame in that. It will be...

  15. Depressed, Need help, Motivation. Is nursing do able

    annie.rn replied to Sandra2468's topic in General Nursing

    You can do it! Doing the classes you have done w/ 3 kids is great. You've shown you can manage your time by doing that. It doesn't matter if it takes you a while to get there. Just keep chipping...

  16. Per diem jobs, are they worth keeping?

    annie.rn replied to mon00707's topic in General Nursing

    I agree with the continuous employment advice but if you really like your full time gig and don't see it going anywhere I would quit the per diem job in exchange for improved quality of life and time...

  17. Irritating spouses/family that don't understand?

    annie.rn replied to Eleven011's topic in General Nursing

    My husband had aspirations to become a doctor but it never quite happened. He loves pharmacology and has an idiot savant type memory for medication facts...name, purpose and dosage but no actual...

  18. Irritating spouses/family that don't understand?

    annie.rn replied to Eleven011's topic in General Nursing

    One of the wittiest replies I've ever read on Allnurses. Made me LOL. You're da bomb, Farawyn :-) Edited to add: Read the rest of the thread. Just when I thought I'd read the wittiest comment ever,...

  19. You're Welcome :)

    annie.rn replied to alishab112's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    In my head, occasionally, yes. Never out loud. It is refreshing and rare in the acute med/surg setting to have a pt. who regularly gives you a heartfelt thanks. I had one the other night and it was...

  20. Proper protocol - nurse error while with daughter in ER

    annie.rn replied to joseyjo's topic in General Nursing

    Clinically you were definitely correct. The only thing I might have done differently is confront her directly instead of going to the charge nurse right away. However, I can understand that as a...

  21. How much trouble am I in?

    annie.rn replied to Tropicalsun's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My guess is that they were left at the bedside. We do that all the time as a courtesy for the person who is going to make the next

  22. Staying Positive in Nursing

    annie.rn replied to SarahEAW's topic in General Nursing

    I have a wonderful boss whom I feel like I can trust. My night shift co-workers are, for the most part, bomb diggity. I work part time so even if I'm having the worst week ever, I know I will soon...

  23. Staying Positive in Nursing

    annie.rn replied to SarahEAW's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome back! I'm pleased it is going so well for you

  24. The Dark Side of Nursing...

    annie.rn replied to maeli's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    OP, you are at an advantage in that you seem to be a very thoughtful person. The fact that you are asking for advice says a lot about you and I think you will do just fine as you progress. As with...

  25. Sad story of an ex-new grad nurse

    annie.rn replied to furelite's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Everyone has given great feedback. I don't think you have to completely give up on nursing. Now is not the best time to resume nursing but after a break, if you are in a better frame of mind, I think...