Jensmom7 BSN, RN

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    Alcohol consumption (in nursing school)

    Jensmom7 replied to Joe_Dignasio's topic in General Students

    My, my, things have certainly changed since the 70s. I went to a large, well known, Catholic (Jesuit) university. There were impromptu kegger parties almost every weekend in the dorms, actual dorm...
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    1 month new ICU job. I want to run

    Jensmom7 replied to RNMeagz's topic in Critical Care

    The thing is, ER nursing is so much different than any other specialty that she essentially IS a new grad when it comes to acute and critical care. No, she doesn't need to be taught how to be a...
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    Should I minor in business and Fashion design

    Jensmom7 replied to alie46's topic in General Students

    Ok, you already put yourself a semester behind by failing a class. Now you're thinking about adding in a minor when you go back? And then maybe a second major in business Sweetie, you need to focus...
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    Lavender?!

    Jensmom7 replied to huffmannurse's topic in School

    I believe for every drop of rain that falls, a flower
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    One Atheist FAQ Answered

    Jensmom7 replied to bluegeegoo2's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    Not all Christian nurses feel the need to convert the world. If I were your nurse, you wouldn't have any indication that I am Lutheran. I don't carry a bible with me, I don't wear a crucifix...
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    lasix not given..

    Jensmom7 replied to acts456's topic in Patient Medications

    Here's a thought-not a nurse, but the patient herself. There's absolutely no critical thinking being displayed here, but plenty of "this is what was done before, needs to be done again, will go to as...
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    A moment like this to remember

    Jensmom7 replied to kloveriver's topic in Nursing Humor

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    Head Lice - It's True

    Jensmom7 replied to OldDude's topic in School

    He became a Neuro Surgeon at Walter
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    How many visits per day? (Case Management)

    Jensmom7 replied to nurseontheway's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Unless you are doing a butt-ton of driving between patients, 4 visits is not usually enough for a full days' work. The majority of your visits will be 30-45 minutes. Not every visit requires phone...
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    Ok, I am a little creeped out!

    Jensmom7 replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Your replies to many other posts are actually the definition of a pissing contest. While I mentioned that I am a Christian and have at times said the Lord's Prayer with patients, I also said that I...
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    Head Lice - It's True

    Jensmom7 replied to OldDude's topic in School

    I know, right? Nurses with a sense of humor...whoda thunk it??
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    12/5: What I've learned this week - No, I don't have "just a second" to help you

    Jensmom7 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Don't worry, they'll take it seriously when the police escort them out of the building, an investigation is done and they no longer have a job because of it. So it didn't happen on her shift? Doesn't...
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    Ok, I am a little creeped out!

    Jensmom7 replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Quite the contrary, one of the things we make note of is when our patients are transitioning and reaching out or staring at one spot on a wall or ceiling-we say they are "seeing Angels". It's usually...
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    Head Lice - It's True

    Jensmom7 replied to OldDude's topic in School

    And mints??
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    CNA Application

    Jensmom7 replied to Skowonski101's topic in Medical Assistant, CNA/MA

    I know it's tough when you get into the grownup world and discover that "I'm sorry" doesn't always make things all better. Making it unanimous. Nope. Too many applicants who haven't cheated (I know,...
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    Nurses thrown under the bus

    Jensmom7 replied to GM1928's topic in General Nursing

    If you are speaking specifically about chest tube dressings, the majority of literature states simply "change per facility policy". Some recommend changing every 48 hours, others say only if it is wet...
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    Ok, I am a little creeped out!

    Jensmom7 replied to AnnieOaklyRN's topic in General Nursing

    Nope, happens a lot. I've had several patients see and talk to dead first
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    Head Lice - It's True

    Jensmom7 replied to OldDude's topic in School

    Cooter jewelry!! I just laughed so hard I scared the cat and started wheezing lol. "Doctors say this isn't the first time someone has come into the Emergency Room after trying to spruce up their...
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    New job as a Hospice Nurse

    Jensmom7 replied to nurseontheway's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    One thing you do need to know, the test for HPNA and the membership itself are very expensive, as is the renewal fee. You can get the core curriculum materials to use as a resource on their own....
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    12/5: What I've learned this week - No, I don't have "just a second" to help you

    Jensmom7 replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    This is a phrase I really, really wish would go away. Some young need a degree of nurturing and guidance to grow and learn. Some need to be put in their place. If you're being "eaten", there just...
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    Head Lice - It's True

    Jensmom7 replied to OldDude's topic in School

    And you would be
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    Head Lice - It's True

    Jensmom7 replied to OldDude's topic in School

    That's just plain mean.
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    Friday....Are you there???

    Jensmom7 replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    So then I probably shouldn't mention the huge tunneling sacral wound my patient had where the various bones were crumbling, the muscles were necrotic and liquifying, and if you weren't careful you...
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    Took nclex, shut off at 75qs, now im scared to know the result

    Jensmom7 replied to Micy's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I'm not the person to help you with this. I sat Boards 33 years ago and waited 6 weeks to get my results via snail mail lol. Perhaps there are other, newer nurses in IL who are reading this and can...
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    can i trust the good popup?

    Jensmom7 replied to NurseBetty_RN's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Frankly, if I were you I would buy a Magic 8 ball; its at least as accurate in predicting your outcome. Plus, it's much more entertaining. Seriously, it really takes very little time to wait for your...