DLS_PMHNP MSN, RN, NP

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    Evidence based article

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Vtachy1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    From the Hospice Foundation of America:
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    Um... Really?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    Just the simple fact that she asked you this at the interview, probably means you WILL be asked/told to do something unsafe, and will be EXPECTED to do it. run for the hills..... Diane,
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    Oxycodone vs. Morphine

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Katillac's topic in Pain Management

    I find that oxyfast works great for dyspnea in hospice pts. However, we reserve it for pts who are either allergic/intolerant to roxanol or the roxanol is no longer effective for
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    Health effects of chronic stress

    DLS_PMHNP replied to xtxrn's topic in Health, Stress Management

    Sounds like we had the same
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    Forgive me, but I've been up 24 hours.......could you please pick a funeral home

    DLS_PMHNP replied to AtlantaRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I just love being on call for 120 pts (census), a call comes in the middle of the noc, "my dad is incont. of stool, and I WON'T clean it up. Someone needs to come here and do it..."...
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    ER wait time clocks????

    DLS_PMHNP replied to bonestAx's topic in Emergency

    Yup, administrative nonsense at its
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    I have the Stink Gag

    DLS_PMHNP replied to uRN4it's topic in General Students

    Deep suctioning a trach with a strong pseudomonas odor... I don't think anything is worse than that smell... at least for
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    psychiatric aid or pharm tech: which job will help me in nursing career?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to mee9mee9's topic in Nursing Career

    Pharmacy tech!! I was a pharm tech for 3 years in the inpt hospital setting. The medication knowledge you gain is invaluable. I asked A LOT of questions, about what certain meds were used for etc. I...
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    Pysch Nursing clinical

    DLS_PMHNP replied to metricalpound's topic in General Students

    There is ABSOLUTELY NOTHING funny about your post. Period. Offensive, at
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    How do you deal with Sexual Harassment from Pt

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Dezy's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    "That's inappropriate" Repeat
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    Which Healthcare fields ARE hiring?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to loveblossom's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen PT jobs in Michigan with $12,000 sign on bonus Of course, now it is a Doctoral
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    Is this fair??

    DLS_PMHNP replied to cna23's topic in General Nursing

    Make sure you take your allotted break. You are responsible for making sure it happens. Yes, it sucks, otherwise though you are donating that 30 min to your facility. If you can't take your break on...
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    How important is being physically fit in Nursing?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to IntelCorei72600k's topic in General Students

    Benefits: You will weigh less when you are fit, so less wt on your knees and feet. Healthier back/better posture Ability to move pts easier, without straining (possibly your back). overall greater...
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    Ive just about had it. Rant, and I never rant.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Sirapples's topic in General Nursing

    yup, administrative nonsense at its
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    ethics?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to Lisa1980's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Homework question, perhaps? Why don't you show us what you have come up with thus
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    What are good shoes, socks, and a watch for a nursing student?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to J-Swish's topic in General Students

    Watch- digital, military time. Plastic. Can easily be washed. Waterproof. Socks- whatever floats your boat- seriously Shoes- everyone is different. do you run/walk/exercise? I wear running shoes...
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    Help with PRN medications

    DLS_PMHNP replied to belle005's topic in Patient Medications

    usually, the po route is preferred. unless of course someone is in misery. i'm a hospice rn and can only count on the one times i had patients actually screaming with pain. iv meds are usually...
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    Warning potential nursing students

    DLS_PMHNP replied to superduperawesome's topic in Pre-Nursing Students

    Sorry, but this sounds pretty typical, except for not being accredited. And NS is no walk in the park. My advice for you is to 'go with the flow' and do what your instructors tell you. It will cause...
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    Could I be the only reformed misfit in nursing school?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to KatePasa's topic in General Students

    Kate, Your story brought tears to my eyes, thank you so much for sharing! I too suffer from mental illness, and it sure isn't a walk in the park! I agree with writer, I too, would want you for my...
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    Help me remember the name of a very rare abd condition - organs turn gelatinous.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to demylenated's topic in General Nursing

    Is it colloid carcinoma? what a sad case! I work in hospice, so I'd love to know the answer as
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    Used as a job reference.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to tokmom's topic in General Nursing

    Tok- can I steal this one?? LOVE
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    NCLEX help with drug classes and what we need to know

    DLS_PMHNP replied to doesthishelp's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    NCLEX questions are completely random... Study your heart out and do your best. I don't think anyone can tell you WHAT will be on your exam. I'm sure you can google search the different drug classes....
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    General questions...lots!

    DLS_PMHNP replied to derekfitness's topic in General Nursing

    No pun intended,
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    Community College? You must be stupid.

    DLS_PMHNP replied to TheMoonisMyLantern's topic in General Students

    A nurse is a nurse is a nurse...
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    what percentage of your job involves poop?

    DLS_PMHNP replied to onedayitllbeme's topic in General Nursing

    You are right, my post was a bit harsh. My apologies:heartbeat All the best, Diane,