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    Most Frustrating Thing ?

    mc3 replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Not being able to get in touch w/parents because they have a new cell phone every other month and they never update the school. Ditto for the six additional relatives/friends who have changed phone...
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    If you could just pick up and leave, where would you go?

    mc3 replied to JNursee's topic in General Nursing

    Charleston, SC :)
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    an oldie but goodie

    mc3 replied to amoLucia's topic in General Nursing

    oh, how I loved my Chatty Cathy!!! (sniff, sniff too!) I also had a Mary Poppins doll. She came with her blue overcoat, hat and a carpetbag. She also had the white fancy frilly dress and parasol...
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    Wanting your child to have anxiety???

    mc3 replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    Yes, this ^!!! Our guidance counselors told me they always have a rush of 504 requests starting and up to FCAT testing so the student can have special accomodations (extra time, small group testing,...
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    Parent FYI Calls

    mc3 replied to schoolnurse64's topic in School

    Welcome to the world of school nursing! Yes we've all gotten yelled at for either calling, or not calling as the case may be. In this job it's important to remember you can't make every parent...
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    Silly question about asthma

    mc3 posted a topic in School

    Occasionally I'll get one of my asthma students complaining about an asthma attack, but her lungs are nice and clear - no wheezing or diminished lung sounds. Vital signs are normal; no signs of...
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    That's a new request...

    mc3 replied to Cackalacky's topic in School

    I second the motion!!!
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    That's a new request...

    mc3 replied to Cackalacky's topic in School

    T.H.R.N., That's so true!!!!! I've wondered that myself on a regular basis!!! And another thing; why bring them up to the clinic with their change of clothes to use this bathroom instead of the ones...
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    hospice pain clinic

    mc3 replied to maryjosephine's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hospice pain management that I'm familiar with is done in the home/nursing home environment. The hospice MD has to see the patient monthly anyway. Not sure what the benefit of having someone drive...
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    hospice pain clinic

    mc3 replied to maryjosephine's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I've never heard of a hospice pain clinic. Can you explain a bit more?
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    Use of chux cloths to replace facewashers

    mc3 replied to seriouslylost's topic in General Nursing

    When I was in nursing school 11 years ago I was taught they were called Kiley pads. I preferred them over the plastic chux 'cause you could use them to boost a patient up.
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    Don't People Have Bills To Pay?

    mc3 replied to Ruby Vee's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Wow. mc making microwave popcorn as we speak.. Nichefinder, with all due respect you don't know what you're talking about . You've only been on Allnurses since Dec. 2013, yet you make these...
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    Silly question about asthma

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in School

    TraumaSurfer, First, I take great offense to your tone. I don't think it was warranted, or necessary. "Did anyone here even ask about PEFR or check if there was a change in their maintenance...
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    Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurses (LPNs / LVNs)

    mc3 replied to TheCommuter's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank you, Commuter. Perhaps this will help RN's realize what we are trained for. I don't understand why a major union doesn't want to include LPN's, we are nurses after all, according to...
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    If you like your health insurance, you can keep it your insurance. Period

    mc3 replied to tulip5's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    (mc3 leaving room to get popcorn..)
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    Monday return visit vent

    mc3 replied to JenTheSchoolRN's topic in School

    Yes, it goes along with "my mother said to call if I wasn't feeling good", the #1 irritating statement in my book! I feel your pain. It's been a rough week this week.
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    Puberty Education-you can now order materials!

    mc3 replied to Nurse ABC's topic in School

    I've used them for three years now, and they're great. They also have kits for fifth grade girls and boys that are appropriate for their ages. The girls kits have samples of mini-pads and a...
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    Help Opinions needed.

    mc3 replied to Cynt87's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    If you decide on the Tech school, make sure the credits are transferrable to college for your RN if you go that route. One tech school I'm familiar with did not, and the students had to start all...
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    To The RN's Who Worked With LPN's In The Hospital..

    mc3 replied to pookyp's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I just wanted to say thanks to all for your kind words about LPN's.:) It's nice to know we're appreciated, and that we are missed!
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    Note from a new nurse to all the preceptors out there

    mc3 replied to nikkole318's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    10 years later, and I can still remember feeling those same feelings. Yes, I know I'm not as fast as you, but I'm doing my best. Yes, I know you managed a whole floor with one other nurse when you...
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    I Feel like a bad nurse. Feedback please

    mc3 replied to Soliloquy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Oh my gosh! this is only you're second week and you think you should know all the answers?? Give yourself a break! You're still learning! Confidence will come with time, as most anyone here will...
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    You can't fix stupid!

    mc3 replied to SchoolNurseTXstyle's topic in School

    Unfortunately, I think some parents do get it....it's a way to have someone take care of their kid for a while and get some sleep............ Sad, but true.
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    it happened!

    mc3 replied to RNlove17's topic in School

    I had a first grader come down yesterday c/o stomachache. No fever. Strong ketone odor about him; other sx reported by Mom similar to ketoacidosis. Ketones ++. Long story short, he was seen by MD...
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    Gave epi today

    mc3 replied to SassyTachyRN's topic in School

    Actually, it's quite easy. Have someone call 911, then the parent. Hold the pen in your fist. Pull the blue safety cap off. Then just swing it in fast and hard into the side of the upper thigh; it...
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    Silly question about asthma

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in School

    Thank you for your support. I always do as you suggest. I was just really wondering, that's all.