AdamantiteEnigma

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  1. The Double-Edged Sword: Compassion vs. Self-Protection

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to NatalieBridges's topic in Nurses Rock

    Yes, one has to be careful. Compartmentalization has a way of coming back to us in force. And at the worst of times. I've learned over my time so far not so much as to indulge as you say - rather...

  2. TMI at Dinner

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    Or what happened following the physician screaming for a thoracotomy

  3. Tired of the Media's Portrayal of Nurses?

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to Brian's topic in Nurses Rock

    I make it a point to avoid these programs. It creates tension at home when I find myself yelling at the television and calling out poor betrayals of staff, improper procedures, and other...

  4. Venipuncture help

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to LauraRN14's topic in First Year After Licensure

    It's hard to say without knowing more about your work environment or specialty. Or whether these are draws that occur when the patient was previously resting (midnight/4am). I'll take a shot in the...

  5. Proper undergarments under WHITE PANTS

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to Purple Lady's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Haven't had to wear whites since Nursing School. And I'm very thankful for that, haha. I still recall a rather embarrassing day in my Med Surg Rotation. One where the floor nurses (who actually...

  6. Abuse in Nursing

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to stickit34's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Wish I worked with ya. I earned the nickname of anti-perv in my old hospital for my willingness to take these patients and shut down that nonsense. Personally, I blame the blue movie industry for...

  7. NEED TO VENT

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to amari's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    These aren't the easiest of times. I feel for you... You've got to stick with what you want however. Venting is great, as long as it helps you build your resolve back up. I've been in a similar...

  8. NEED TO VENT

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to amari's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Amazing indeed. This is a great story you shared with us and I thank you for it. *tips

  9. 3/6 months... quitting the job...

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to nichefinder's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You have questionable views. And it seems that you are under the impression that these "ghetto" patients don't exist outside of your local metropolitan hospital. You are mistaken. I'll just stop...

  10. Fat nurses

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to questions1025's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I hope I'm correct in assuming that your question was directed at me. If not, I apologize. In and of Itself... yes I did mean that. According to most Ideal Weight Charts, I'm supposed to be Yet I...

  11. It's all in the presentation

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to CapeCodMermaid's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    This story put a huge smile on my face - thank you for

  12. Imagine my Dismay.....

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to mindlor's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think it's a lack of support issue persay. It's the sudden realization that you have been given a license that is accustomed to having 3-5 patients with patient care techs to do the heavy...

  13. Can a LPN delegate to RN?

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to roxs752's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I would be curious as well. OP, could you please share some specifics if you can. This is a topic of interest to me as I often find myself in charge of the floor or facility (with Medical...

  14. Racial Refusals In Nursing

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Personally, I feel that the advent of the Press Gainey system had some pretty far reaching and unanticipated consequences for healthcare professionals. The new way seems to translate to good patient...

  15. Fat nurses

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to questions1025's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Last I checked, there isn't any weight requirement or condition attached to being a nurse. Worst case scenario - the recruiter for the mediflight agency might raise an eyebrow. Otherwise, your...

  16. I made a med error

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to sno963's topic in Patient Medications

    Congratulations, you just reinforced the fact that you are an actual human. Anyone who tells you that they have never made a med error is an excellent buyer for the Brooklyn Bridge:yes: We live and...

  17. Can a LPN delegate to RN?

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to roxs752's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    If I'm not mistaken, what you appear to be referring to is termed 'Subacute'. It's an interesting moniker that allows pts with complex medical situations to reside for set periods of time. Because...

  18. You put that where????

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to Brian's topic in Nursing Humor

    The term I've become most familiar with in my area is that they 'fell' on it. I've broken, and accidentally laughed out loud while assisting the Physician, Physician's Assistant, and Supervisor on...

  19. Racial Refusals In Nursing

    AdamantiteEnigma replied to TheCommuter's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    My apologies if my need to post an answer to your inquiry is inapproriate. I fully realize you were addressing the author of the peice. Though I read your response, and feel compelled to offer my...