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1. Nursing Dose

   RNexplorer replied to guest449786's topic in Patient Medications

   I know this is an old thread, but I'd just like to comment. I understand wanting to always follow the doctor's orders, but there are certain situations in which there isn't time to wait for a new...

2. What's Rude?

   RNexplorer replied to Ruby Vee's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   What's rude is nurses who make fun of patient's bodies. It is cruel and distasteful. I don't want to hear you criticize someone for the size of their genitals, the shape of their nipples, or...

3. Interpersonal skills during a code

   RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in Critical Care

   No, this is not an essay question. I was just curious what people's thoughts are on

4. Interpersonal skills during a code

   RNexplorer posted a topic in Critical Care

   Regarding interpersonal skills during a code situation, what are your thoughts/opinions on this issue? - What interpersonal skills do you think help or hinder a code? - Do you think respecting your...

5. If You Could Have Any Skill to Deal with Difficult People -- What Would It Be?

   RNexplorer replied to PancakeSaturdays's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

   I wish I could handle difficult people by being more assertive rather than emotional. Sometimes I just have to shut my mouth because I feel tears welling up inside and don't want other people to see...

6. Feeling like a terrible nurse

   RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks for this information. Do you know of any really good resources on CVADs?.. There are so many types and I'm often confused about them... Yes, I assessed the site and checked for blood return....

7. Feeling like a terrible nurse

   RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in General Nursing

   Thanks for your response. It has really helped me put things in perspective and create something positive out of the situation. I will definitely find the answer and add it to my knowledge base....

8. Feeling like a terrible nurse

   RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in General Nursing

   HeySis, thanks for the encouragement. The problem is I'm not a new grad. I've been working for 3 years as an RN. I don't have this problem on every shift, but it happens once in awhile... There's...

9. Feeling like a terrible nurse

   RNexplorer posted a topic in General Nursing

   At times, I feel worried about my ability to perform adequately in this profession. Patient was admitted from the cath lab. I was confused with the access site description. There was a single lumen...

10. CCRN Resources giving different answers!

    RNexplorer posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    For the following basic question, elite reviews and Barron's are giving different answers: What vent settings would be important to have for a patient with asthma? - Elite reviews: "a longer...

11. Heparin Drip

    RNexplorer posted a topic in Critical Care

    When your patient is on a heparin drip, and aPTT comes back at say 45 and you need to give a bolus... Do you think it's reasonable to bolus at a Y site closest to the patient? Or do you disconnect...

12. what to expect during a buddy shift?

    RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks for the heads up!! I will try to enjoy the learning process and realize that things will be easier when I start out on my

13. what to expect during a buddy shift?

    RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in MICU, SICU

    Thanks for your advice mbrookeRN. My experience in the ICU is minimal - less than 6 months, and I received very little orientation at my most recent position. I will definitely use my preceptor...

14. what to expect during a buddy shift?

    RNexplorer posted a topic in MICU, SICU

    I tried to do a search on this topic but was not able to find an answer, so I decided to post the question myself... I'm starting a new position in a MICU with a 3 month orientation. I'm just...

15. Intubation - confused about orders

    RNexplorer replied to RNexplorer's topic in Critical Care

    In shift change at the start of my shift, I was told that the patient refused to wear the BiPAP because it was really uncomfortable... I'm not sure why he was okay with the non-rebreather.... I...