loricatus

loricatus

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  1. Any help with ABG interpretation

    loricatus replied to 3pdad's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    http://www.coconino.edu/mbaker/divisionpage/Nursing%20Presentations/ArterialBloodGasInterpretation_files/frame.htm http://student.bmj.com/issues/04/03/education/105.php...

  2. Least Healthy States

    loricatus replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    It had to do with the quote I was responding

  3. Least Healthy States

    loricatus replied to HM2VikingRN's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I seem to recall that this was the premise behind "Compassionate Conservatism" Or, more appropriately put--"Awww, I feel sorry that you are poor, disabled, homeless, under educated....but, I ain't...

  4. Doctor's Hospital for Preceptorship

    loricatus replied to Lunaticus's topic in Texas Nursing

    Worked there a while and found it a friendly place, compared to the other area hospitals. The ICU had some high acuity patients but the ER does not see much because of the proximity to Presby and...

  5. How competitive is it to get into UTA, TWU, TCU, or Baylor (Texas) for BSN ?

    loricatus replied to bound4nursing's topic in Texas Nursing

    I was disappointed in UTA since they rely on their reputation (build from word of mouth and hobb nobbing). When I went looking for my first job after graduating from there, I was told by hospital...

  6. IV starts help!

    loricatus replied to DIVA_NURSE405's topic in General Nursing

    Close your eyes when palpating the vein and you will feel less of a 'bounce' where valves are. Of course, this is only good for the superficial veins. Pick one of those who do some form of exercise...

  7. IV starts help!

    loricatus replied to DIVA_NURSE405's topic in General Nursing

    Once you get return do you level out and advance a bit more before you advance the catheter, without the needle? Sounds like you may just be piercing the vein but not have fully entered it-that would...

  8. NY, NY hospitals

    loricatus replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Travel

    There is a vibrant night life throughout most of NYC's five boroughs. Actually, there are parts within Manhattan that are absolutely dead at night because of it being primarily business districts....

  9. NY, NY hospitals

    loricatus replied to MistyDawnRN06's topic in Travel

    Nope, FL not in the compact. Here's a link to the list of compact states:

  10. 1st timer!! Need advice please!

    loricatus replied to trinitygrad07's topic in Travel

    they are referred to as the "evil empire" in the travel nursing world american mobile brands are: american mobile healthcare medical express nursesrx preferred healthcare staffing platinum select...

  11. Season's Greetings, Everyone!!

    loricatus replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    i wish you all peace and happiness during this holiday season

  12. Poll on new design

    loricatus posted a topic in General Nursing

    Just found the poll section after hours of searching. Am I the only one who finds the changes disturbing and frustrating. If I am, I realize I will just have to deal with it. Just looking at this...

  13. Poll on new design

    loricatus replied to loricatus's topic in General Nursing

    Bumping it up since it seems like people are having a hard time finding the

  14. Poll on new design

    loricatus replied to loricatus's topic in General Nursing

    Go to the home thing on the top left and look for the upper left box with the Happy Holidays-somewhere in there you will see the link to get you to the feedback site. Didn't think anyone would even be...

  15. pain level of 10 but sleeping

    loricatus replied to 1996RN's topic in PACU

    We get standing orders that include IV Fentanyl. I avoid the pills because of post anesthesia nausea issues and the delayed effect. Some research studies show that fentanyl works the best within...

  16. LIJ/North Shore

    loricatus replied to cinthern's topic in New York Nursing

    Last I knew is that North Shore University Hospital did not participate in the NS-LIJ ED fellowship; but, instead had their own program. You could try contacting the ER Nurse Educator for North Shore...

  17. Relocating To Dallas

    loricatus replied to xdriggs's topic in Texas Nursing

    Edited out comments d/t point being made and no longer

  18. Help: Taking out stains on uniform?

    loricatus replied to whiteoleander5's topic in General Students

    Does it work on indelible black ink stains (on white),

  19. Gonzo1 going to Parkland ED & needs help

    loricatus posted a topic in Travel

    I am posting this on behalf of Gonzo1, who needs some assistance with the mandatory testing for travelers in the Parkland ED. She was told that there will be three tests that she must pass or her...

  20. Gonzo1 going to Parkland ED & needs help

    loricatus replied to loricatus's topic in Travel

    You'll probably then be the only one that would know how to do it

  21. Take the job. Yay or Nay?

    loricatus replied to Sheena's Mom's topic in General Nursing

    What I understand is that California has mandatory ratios and that seems too high to comply with the law. Best ask you manager about that. Yes, you are right when you say that you will be responsible...

  22. New Patient Member

    loricatus replied to ECKPowers's topic in General Nursing

    Welcome. Although we cannot give you medical advise, maybe you can help us with insight to help others-just like anxious patient does. Please feel free to contribute to any

  23. is it bad if i dont go to the christmas party tonight?

    loricatus replied to missmiamoore's topic in General Nursing

    I would rather the price by extra long shifts (more pay) and being labeled anti-social (already being said) than have that one night of torture and whatever label comes after that. You are so right--I...

  24. Do You Like, Love or Dislike Your current job?

    loricatus replied to lpnsider's topic in General Nursing

    So true. Found a job that pays great, days, no weekends or holidays. I should be happy; but, the staff are the most miserable people I have ever met. Constant bickering and belittlement, with...

  25. is it bad if i dont go to the christmas party tonight?

    loricatus replied to missmiamoore's topic in General Nursing

    As I sit and type this I should be getting ready for the Christmas Party at some fancy hotel. Just don't want to go and no amount of pressure from management was going to get me to go. I know that...