vampiregirl BSN, RN

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  1. vampiregirl

    Venting about a new CNA...this is really, really long!

    vampiregirl replied to flashpoint's topic in General Nursing

    I too agree that Daytonite's advice is excellent- obviously very clear communication (blunt!) and directions are necessary. I've worked with a couple of CNA's who have some of the behaviors/...
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    Uninsured patients increase in number....

    vampiregirl replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Sadly, another issue that I've seen working EMS is that sometimes uninsured individuals wait too long to address health problems, ones that initially could have been treated simply by a primary health...
  3. vampiregirl

    Scared to be a CNA again

    vampiregirl replied to PeachPie's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I agree with lovingtheunloved, I too work at a facility like this. I actually picked this LTC facility to put in an application at because it didn't smell unpleasant when I walked in the front door....
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    THIS Is Why I Love Geriatrics

    vampiregirl replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Beautifully said... and so
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    Do you know how to do CPR well?

    vampiregirl replied to Bala Shark's topic in General Nursing

    Actually, the Red Cross does offer a course geared toward health professionals, "CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer". It covers the same skills as AHA's "BLS for Healthcare Providers". Both the AHA...
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    Do you know how to do CPR well?

    vampiregirl replied to Bala Shark's topic in General Nursing

    As a CPR instructor, it saddens and scares me that there are "CPR certifications" that are just basically handed out. I've heard horror stories about several different CPR classes. It makes the...
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    What was the MOST ridiculous thing a patient came to the ER for?

    vampiregirl replied to JUSTYSMOM's topic in Emergency

    That makes sense! However, I know that our local hospital ER cannot give out any suggestions/ advice other than to come in to the ER (due to liability issues I
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    Positive PPD with history of BCG

    vampiregirl replied to TiffyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Ok, question from a nursing student... What is a BCG (no luck with googling it:uhoh3:)?
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    Anyone ever work full time while getting their RN?

    vampiregirl replied to RNpandoraRN's topic in General Nursing

    I'm doing the Excelsior route, along with a full time job and part time job. So, it's going to take me a little longer than normal to complete my degree, but I'm ok with that. Anyways, for me at...
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    Eh? Pedi field protocols?

    vampiregirl replied to TazziRN's topic in Emergency

    Is vamedic4 perhaps referring to an npa? I've not seen an npa occlude an airway IF it is sized properly (measured from the tip of the ear to the tip of the nostril, appropriate diameter) and no facial...
  11. vampiregirl

    A Cheat Sheet ??

    vampiregirl replied to kwagner_51's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I know it's a different environment, but in a group home that I worked in we had a gentleman who had a helmet, knee pads, elbow pads, and a low bed all due to intentional falls (mostly behavioral). It...
  12. vampiregirl

    ER: The dumping place

    vampiregirl replied to Happy-ER-RN's topic in Emergency

    I think the issue goes even deeper, but I'm not sure that there's an easy solution. I know that on several occasions, I've called my PCP office, only to be directed to go to the ER because they they...
  13. vampiregirl

    nursing magazine

    vampiregirl posted a topic in General Nursing

    I've noticed there are a variety of general nursing magazines/ journals. Which one(s) do you read regularly and what do you like about
  14. vampiregirl

    Glossary of Nursing/Medical Degrees-Certifications & Allied Heath Certifications

    vampiregirl replied to sirI's topic in General Nursing

    In Indiana we also have EMT-BA (formerly EMT-A) - Advanced Emergency Medical
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    Latex allergy but still want to be a nurse

    vampiregirl replied to nurse2beeinthefuture's topic in General Nursing

    Hello- I'm not a nurse yet, but I've worked as a CNA. I have a latex allergy and it's not been a big deal for me. Your employer should provide you with the necessary gloves, although they may require...
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    My Hands Are A Mess! Which Lotion?

    vampiregirl replied to SkateBetty's topic in General Nursing

    Great idea with carrying your own soap- I hadn't thought of that! I also have no problems with the alcohol gel. As for lotion, personally I like using body cream as hand lotion. I think it's thicker...
  17. vampiregirl

    Looking for some inspiration!!!

    vampiregirl replied to stnurse2008's topic in General Nursing

    I'm sorry you are having a rough time. You mentioned in your post that clinicals last semester went well. Are there any nurses that mentored you last semester that you could contact for some...
  18. vampiregirl

    To suspend or not

    vampiregirl replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing

    Wow- what a refreshing perspective- gives me something to think about. It's so true that often times people thrive with supervision and support. And not just nurses. It seems like a lot of "tools" to...
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    My bad night!!

    vampiregirl replied to banditrn's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Doesn't sound like an enlightening experience! ...Sorry, couldn't resist. I was on an ambulance call the other night during a storm and the lights went out when we walked in the residence. For some...
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    What color is your stethoscope tubing?

    vampiregirl replied to browneyedgirl71's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I have a sprague that I used for several years when I first became an EMT that I had one teal tube and one magenta tube (you can order replacement tubing for spragues). Now I have a Littman with gray...
  21. vampiregirl

    What is with the crazy parents?? --vent--

    vampiregirl replied to analee23's topic in Emergency

    I
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    What is with the crazy parents?? --vent--

    vampiregirl replied to analee23's topic in Emergency

    Good point to remember- we don't know all the circumstances! No, this doesn't make you an uncaring parent... in fact, I think this makes you a great parent... you take care of yourself as well as your...
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    Has anyone ever seen this happen??????

    vampiregirl replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for the interesting info
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    Abandoning babies at Hospitals LEGAL?!?!

    vampiregirl replied to Antikigirl's topic in General Nursing

    We have this in Indiana. Our county even has a written EMS protocol for abandoned infants left at Fire, EMS or police stations. Sadly though, it is ones who need this information the most that still...
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    Has anyone ever seen this happen??????

    vampiregirl replied to LoriAlabamaRN's topic in General Nursing

    Great job Lori- quick thinking! I've seen loose dentures partially obstruct an airway (in the mouth), but never deeper than that. A good reminder of the importance of checking ABC's in any