Little Panda RN ASN, RN

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    need Help now.....

    Little Panda RN replied to BeOne77's topic in General Nursing

    I would pick ©. A stool softener is routinely recommended for those who have to take an iron supplement. Iron can be very very constipating for
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    Patient Died from Med Allergy

    Little Panda RN replied to NewRN08's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry NewRN08. I can not even put into words how I am feeling for you and the family at this moment. I can only offer you my prayers. Just know that we are here for you when you need to talk....
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    My son was denied health insurance!!!!!

    Little Panda RN posted a topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I just really need to vent. My son is a truck driver and over the last few years he has put on some weight. He knows he needs to lose the extra weight and he is trying to do so. He is 6' 4" and...
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    Pima Medical Institute Nursing

    Little Panda RN replied to irsbear's topic in General Nursing

    I am not sure about the nursing program, but I went there way back in 1994 for medical assisting. I liked the program and the instructors were great. The only problem I ran into is since the program...
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    How many residents do you pass meds too in Assisted Living?

    Little Panda RN replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hello Brazilian, I am still at this job and enjoying it very much. I have gotten used to passing this amount of meds. I still get nervous and am always double checking. I never thought it would get...
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    Where is the light at the end of the tunnel?

    Little Panda RN posted a topic in General Nursing

    I just need to talk out loud and thank all of you in advance for listening.... There is so much going on in my life right now that I am starting to feel overwhelmed. 1. We found out about a month ago...
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    Unfair orientation discipline?

    Little Panda RN replied to RosieD's topic in General Nursing

    Oh Rosie, dont do it!!!! Dont write that letter, dont write the essay!!!! What they are doing to you is so very unfair. Believe me I speak from experience. I let this sort of thing happen to me once...
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    death experience

    Little Panda RN replied to getoverit's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for sharing. God is
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    Need Interview advise after terminated!!!

    Little Panda RN replied to sissib's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I would let them know that you and 2 other nurses were let go for such and such reasons. I would also let them know that you were not reprimanded nor wrote up for any of these offenses before being...
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    CNA vs. CMA

    Little Panda RN replied to cmadeit's topic in General Nursing

    Well here in this part of the country CMA's and LPN's perform the same functions in a physcians office. Being a CMA myself a few years ago I do understand where the OP is coming from. I am now an LPN...
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    How many residents do you pass meds too in Assisted Living?

    Little Panda RN replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes, we do pre-dish the meds and also write the names on the cup. When the DON hired me she said that it is not supposed to be done, but it is the only way with passing meds to that many residents....
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    How many residents do you pass meds too in Assisted Living?

    Little Panda RN replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Wow, seems there are no assisted living nurses on this board! Well if any of you do happen to read my post, I would appreciate some input, if you feel like it. Anyways, thanks for
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    Medical This or That

    Little Panda RN replied to HisTreasure's topic in General Nursing

    Disruptive family member Drain a colostomy bag or ileostomy
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    Question about CMA (Certified Medical Assistants)!!!!

    Little Panda RN replied to GlaMoUr_GirL's topic in General Nursing

    I guess it all comes down to what you want to do. If you are wanting to become a nurse I would say go the LPN route. I used to be a CMA and I feel I gained alot of expierence that really helped me...
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    Please pray for my son

    Little Panda RN replied to ijuanabhappy's topic in General Nursing

    Sending many prayers, thought and hugs your
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    agism in nursing

    Little Panda RN replied to new51's topic in General Nursing

    I am 46 and I have never had a problem getting a job in nursing or out of nursing. I do agree that some older people are a little slower than the younger crowd, but that is the minority. My brain has...
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    Medical assistant with a problem

    Little Panda RN replied to airforcewife2000's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry for what happened to you! Be proud of your credentials "CMA". I was once one myself. Many patients really have no idea of what a medical assistant is or does. I always used to explain to...
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    Assisted Living

    Little Panda RN replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Thank you for the well wishes. I will be the one doing meds and treatments. I look forward to the new job and a little apprehensive at the same time. I have not had much luck at picking good ones....
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    Assisted Living

    Little Panda RN posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I have accepted a job at a privately owned assisted living facility. It is run by the Sisters of St. Francis. It seems like a very caring place for staff and residents. I will be working the PM shift...
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    Assisted Living

    Little Panda RN replied to Little Panda RN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    It is a place where we serve frozen yogurt, smoothies, frappe chillers, and
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    Ugh!!!! Getting the dreaded phone call!

    Little Panda RN replied to sissiesmama's topic in General Nursing

    Sorry to hear about your dad. Hope things go well and he has a quick recovery. Sending prayers your
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    In mourning and trying to study for boards...

    Little Panda RN replied to JNogueira95's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. I lost my dad June 8, 2006 and took my nclex-pn on June 26th. It was very difficult to study and I do not recommend it....
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    Nclex-pn

    Little Panda RN replied to PURPLERAIN11's topic in General Nursing

    Not sure what you mean, but the minimum that you get can get is 85 and no less. The nclex-RN is minimum 75. Yes you still have a chance of passing at
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    Need Help With Abandonment Law!!!

    Little Panda RN replied to Rachel712LPN's topic in General Nursing

    Yes I think it would be considered abandonment if you leave without reporting off to an oncoming nurse. Your assignment has to be taken over by another nurse. If you left who would take care of the...
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    Biopsy negative! Update to prayer request

    Little Panda RN replied to AlsgalRN's topic in General Nursing

    I am so very happy for you!!!! Still sending prayers your way, that God provides for all your needs. Just know that we are praying for