I wrote that in regards to the OP mentioning that the patient was refusing all vitals/labs/assessments. Patients can only refuse if they have the capacity to do so. If psych deems the patient...
If his CIWA score was 23 he should have already been getting PRN ativan along with a librium taper. Usually facility policy is to notify the MD for 2 consecutive CIWA scores greater than __ (we use...
I am going to answer this question, give some advice, and vent a little... My answer: By definition med/surg should consist of patients that are stable but require IV antibiotics, IVP pain meds,...
I am a graduate of Suffolks RN/ADN program but was never an LPN. What I have learned through some of my co-workers is that although both Suffolk and BOCES offer an LPN program, when you are ready to...
On long island it has been a nightmare. I am currently a nursing student but have worked in a local hospital in billing for the past 6 years. I was laid off, along with about 320 other employees at...
Is anyone else feeling defeated and and nervous after yesterdays orientation? I am looking forward to the program itself but I have no idea how this is going to financially happen. Between ATI and all...
All that were accepted have until the 26th to accept their seat and put a deposit down on their tuition. You had to be right on the borderline with your gpa, you still have a
I just finished a CNA course. I was employed at a local hospital in the business office for the past 6 years but I was recently layed off. I am now looking for CNA jobs and I am very disappointed at...
I personally felt A&PI was easier but the majority of my classmates disagreed with me. I think that the summer sessions are a blessing. It is an intense few weeks but it is very possible to get it...
Yeah I'm aware of how that grade is decreasing my chances but I still have that little voice inside saying "just maybe, give it a try". Good luck to you as well. And please, if anyone receives a...
As others have said, it depends on your school. If the program is very competitive then retaking it is your best option. It never hurts to contact your adviser. I got an A in API and a C+ in APII. I...
I also applied, the Grant Day Program being my 1st choice. I really hope that the letters come soon because the anxiety is killing me. I spent the last 2 years doing my pre req's and maintained a 4.0...
I would recommend trying to work as a CNA part time. It will give you experience related to your field. Also, where I live no one hires phlebotomist anymore. The only hire Med Techs that do...
I'm not sure where you live but if you are in the New York area the answer is YES! Hospitals no longer hire LPN's and if you are a nurse with your associates you better already be a hospital employee...