dthfytr

dthfytr ADN, LPN, RN, EMT-B, EMT-I

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  1. H20 post op

    dthfytr replied to DesiGRocks's topic in General Nursing

    That's what IV's are really good

  2. "Alphabet Soup" After Nurses' Name?

    dthfytr replied to Arianna727's topic in General Nursing

    Off topic, BUT! Funny, with all the titles or not, there seems to be no consensus about how we're addressed verbally. Docs get Dr soandso, but nurses? It used to be a non issue to me, but with so many...

  3. "Alphabet Soup" After Nurses' Name?

    dthfytr replied to Arianna727's topic in General Nursing

    I think it becomes silly looking myself. Granted we work hard for degrees and certifications, but I've even seen people add "ACLS, PALS, TNCC" and other stuff. Keep it simple is my feeling, other than...

  4. Diagnostic test results. What do you tell the patient?

    dthfytr replied to dudette10's topic in General Nursing

    It's up to the doctor to interpret the test results. Always, always always. Especially should a patient read their own chart! Go out on a limb and share results with a patient and I guarantee the...

  5. Kaiser Should Be Ashamed Of Itself!

    dthfytr replied to clinicalteach's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Healthcare: It's all about the Benjamins.

  6. No code changed to Full code

    dthfytr replied to yooperPN's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Have you read the American Heart guidelines about initiating CPR in hopeless

  7. Taking NCLEX in one state, then applying for licensure in another?

    dthfytr replied to Ted D's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Oooooh, you mean the new fandangled computerized test! Sorry, I took my test on things called "booklets" and instead of a mouse we had "#2 pencils." Geesh! If you're good kiddies, someday I'll tell...

  8. Which came first? Chicken v. egg question.

    dthfytr replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in General Nursing

    As my 15 year old daughter once told me (before I became a fan of child abuse) "Dad, mammals were laying eggs for many thousands of years before chickens appeared." Sad isn't it that towards the end...

  9. Taking NCLEX in one state, then applying for licensure in another?

    dthfytr replied to Ted D's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    You get your first license in the state you take your boards. After that, assuming you passed, it depends on the the states and where you reside. All 50 states use the NCLEX. About half the states...

  10. When adults whine....

    dthfytr replied to Anna Flaxis's topic in Emergency

    Don't agree with you on this one. Gotta expect sick people to act sick. As a wise doc once told me "sometimes the hardest part of the job is to forgive the

  11. My monthly semi-coherent rant on the state of healthcare

    dthfytr replied to rngreenhorn's topic in General Nursing

    Went from being a care giver to disabled. Insurance company screwed me every way they could, had to use all my retirement savings and credit cards and went bankrupt to get a correct diagnosis. I agree...

  12. Interesting research topics/articles related to the ER

    dthfytr replied to Somewherenear's topic in Emergency

    Depends on your taste. Family presence during resuscitation; Violence in the ER; ER "abuse", ie uninsured using ER's for primary care which carries the hidden agenda that we end up with the poorest...

  13. Who can challenge the NCLEX-PN?

    dthfytr replied to CNA1991's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Some states may allow challenge, but it would be near impossible to get a job in another state without proof of attending an accredited nursing

  14. NS at 125 ml/hr is not an ER order

    dthfytr replied to Guest219794's topic in Emergency

    You are the nurse I'd want for me or a family member, thanks for restoring my faith in humanity. Unfortunately, for hospitals and too many advanced practitioners, it's all about the Benjamins, and...

  15. 1 year decision: contract job vs perm, need advice

    dthfytr replied to Sniped4Life's topic in General Nursing

    Through experience I've learned that anybody who writes a contract makes sure the terms are in their own best interest any way they can. Approach contracts with caution. That said, the lest onerous...

  16. criminal background

    dthfytr replied to rap0713's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    Maybe think about another field like Radiology Tech? You wont have access to narcotics. A nurse with a record is going to be the first suspect, and I'd hate to see you be a great nurse hampered by a...

  17. NS at 125 ml/hr is not an ER order

    dthfytr replied to Guest219794's topic in Emergency

    Agreed! But it does jack up the acuity upon which the hospital and doctor base their billing. Money is more important than life it seems

  18. If I see one more post titled....

    dthfytr replied to PinkRocksLikeMe's topic in General Nursing

    If I see one more post complaining about what people post, I'll go

  19. Why did you pick your username?

    dthfytr replied to made's topic in General Nursing

    I was working as a paramedic when it dawned on me that police were crime fighters, firemen firefighters, so the healthcare peope must be death fighters. I drop the vowels for email address to fight...

  20. CEN

    dthfytr replied to ashonman's topic in Emergency

    I always feel it unfair when they give you four correct answers and you have to choose the best. Only way to test prioritisation, I guess. They always slip in one question on bubonic plague (ticks...

  21. is the grass greener?

    dthfytr replied to roxie144's topic in General Nursing

    The grass IS always greener! The problem is when you get there you end up stepping in the stuff that makes it

  22. Very frustrated after taking pbsd!!

    dthfytr replied to KaHigRN's topic in General Nursing

    Do you really, really want to work with these

  23. What would be the main priority in this scenario

    dthfytr replied to lindsmith88's topic in General Nursing

    With the information you gave, my first thought would be to increase the O2 flow if not contra-indicated. Quick and easy. The other stuff is going to time to alter. Your logic is sound and shows your...

  24. Professional Insurance

    dthfytr replied to MrsMig's topic in General Nursing

    Anybody can sue anybody anytime. Even for something that happens when you're not at work, just because your name was on the chart. And your employers insurance covers your employer first and foremost....

  25. mosby drug book vs davis drug book

    dthfytr replied to missmian's topic in General Nursing

    Make sure the one you choose includes IV drugs. I know Davis does, not sure about Mosby. If you can get an electronic version you're ahead of the game because by the time a drug book is printed it's...