AutumnApple

M/S, Pulmonary, Travel, Homecare, Psych.

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    Video Game&Internet Addiction

    AutumnApple replied to AutumnApple's topic in Addictions

    Oh, yes. I can see what you're talking about. I wouldn't consider that an addiction though. It's just something you do a lot. There's a difference. What I'm talking about: The people who are so...
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    Is This Behavior Inappropriate?

    AutumnApple replied to Arizona#1RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hmph, I like that a lot of people are calling this person a bully. Very fitting. Let me ask you this though: Remember High School, there was always that one kid, waiting in the yard after classes...
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    Why don't you just read the chart?

    AutumnApple replied to Guest219794's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    As a teen, I worked at a local gas station part time. It was perfect for me, I was considered the extra helping hand. My hours were always evening, starting two hours before the deadline for playing...
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    Was I right, wrong, or am I going crazy

    AutumnApple replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    Anyway, back to the litigious thing. As I was reading the original post, I kept thinking "Oh, those doctors and day shift nurses did more than some hospitals here would have." That's not a good...
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    Was I right, wrong, or am I going crazy

    AutumnApple replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    Never try to reason with a person whose sole purpose is to misinterpret
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    Was I right, wrong, or am I going crazy

    AutumnApple replied to nursingaround1's topic in General Nursing

    Am I the only one the snickered at the U.S. healthcare system being called litigious (and the implication that this leads to more focus in care)? I mean, we are litigious indeed, but can't say I...
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    RN Starbucks side job?

    AutumnApple replied to borninaugust30's topic in General Nursing

    Well, because you said "I worked at Starbucks and avolutely loved it," my answer would be "no", it's not insane. I worked as a kiddie ride operator at a local amusement park for two years during the...
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    how much do you pay on student loans per month

    AutumnApple replied to BSNbeauty's topic in General Nursing

    I was wondering that too. Am I bad if I make a multiple personality joke
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    Nursing Shortage: Yea or Nay?

    AutumnApple replied to BabyRN2Be's topic in General Nursing

    Overall I'd vote Nay. I'll point out though, the term "shortage" is subjective. We don't have a true, actual line we cross that says there is or isn't. What data would you use? It varies too much...
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    You should know better

    AutumnApple replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    I tried turkey chili once and didn't like the results. I don't think it was the turkey though so, I may try it again. I'm also considering adding corn to my chili. I just feel it needs one more...
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    You should know better

    AutumnApple replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    Weird? No. Taste is taste. I make a chilli my family loves and the primary seasoning is black pepper though. I use the stuff that comes out of a grinder though, not the stuff you see in the...
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    You should know better

    AutumnApple replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    (turns her head to the side, mimics vomiting then turns back as if nothing happened) Thats sounds delicious, I'll have to try that. Substitute black pepper for the salt and we'd be best buds though....
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    You should know better

    AutumnApple replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    I used to smoke, quit because I was just plain tired of the stress it caused me at work. I worried if anyone smelled it, killed myself working fast to make sure I got lunch for my one "smoke break"...
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    Am I the only one that's done this?

    AutumnApple replied to Trama_junky's topic in General Nursing

    Not on myself, no. I've considered it though, and I rejected the idea because: IMO, it's a tainted learning experience doing it on yourself. The angles are totally different and, part of placing...
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    "To BSN or Not to BSN That is the question." Should BSN be minimal requirement?

    AutumnApple replied to nurseactivist's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Oh, one final note. Yes, I'm a chatter box. Sorry. As far as whether it should be mandated or not, I say make BSN training more universal first then worry about that. Truth is, no one seems to...
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    "To BSN or Not to BSN That is the question." Should BSN be minimal requirement?

    AutumnApple replied to nurseactivist's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    Rest assured, if they do decide to make BSN the minimum requirement (or not) the decision will be based solely on profit and political favors. What is good for Nursing as a profession, patient safety...
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    I give in, I'm a COB

    AutumnApple replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    OMG IDK if I should admit this or not but, I did go to read this thread because........well....I wanted to figure out what a COB was. Cardiac.............hmmmm.....no Care Of...
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

    AutumnApple replied to ArrowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes. To me, "know it all" implies many things, none of which are positive. That may just be how I'm used to the term being used. While many are pointing out that OP should take the person's advice...
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

    AutumnApple replied to ArrowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Yes, "she" as in....the one described as a know it all. The fact that she happens to be a charge nurse is of no value at that point. Like I said, she could be a housekeeper, a pilot or the President,...
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

    AutumnApple replied to ArrowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hmmm......I think I'm comparing "know it all's" to coyotes, not charge nurses. The OP's situation just happened to be a charge nurse. Whether the know it all is the Hospital CEO, housekeeper,...
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    It's not my job to pray with you.

    AutumnApple replied to kickatthedark's topic in Spirituality, Religion

    I just want to interject for a moment, because this hit an exposed nerve for me. "Holistic Care" has a definite definition and way of being implemented. Different people interpret things...
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    Arrogant "know it all" RN

    AutumnApple replied to ArrowRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    You have to treat this individual like a coyote. What I mean by that is, coyotes will generally avoid humans. But, if they get hungry enough, they'll move in closer and closer to human populated...
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    RN being bullied by LVN

    AutumnApple replied to BDBSNRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I have to respectfully disagree. When I was at my first job ever as an RN, my preceptor, a gentleman who is now the DON in another state gave me a bit of advice that I've carried with me throughout my...
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    Noncompliant diabetic patients

    AutumnApple replied to ThePrincessBride's topic in General Nursing

    This is a dangerous situation. It's one of those situations where the admin. of your facility will push for higher review scores (from the patient) and insist you comply with their demands. BUT: Do...
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    RN being bullied by LVN

    AutumnApple replied to BDBSNRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Ah, but it does matter to you. It's a part of your thread title even. That's not coincidence. Not saying I think you attempt to bully her with titles or anything, but I don't agree that it doesn't...