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    Would you repeat your LPN year again?

    pagandeva2000 replied to litebrightgirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I never took vocational level anatomy, but, I can attest that college level was more detailed. I was not prepared for it and had to scramble to get it together. What happened in my case was that I...
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    How to pass Pharmacology

    pagandeva2000 replied to mscandi2's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    They also sell this book in most Barnes and Noble stores, along with other NCLEX study guides. I always found it to be an advantage to have a good NCLEX book to study from while you are in your...
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    How to pass Pharmacology

    pagandeva2000 replied to mscandi2's topic in LPN, LVN Students

    I would purchase this: http://www.amazon.com/Delmars-NCLEX-PN-Review-Judith-Miller/dp/076680299X/ref=pd_bxgy_b_text_b. I found their pharmacology section exceptional. It does go into the prefixes...
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    Has Anyone Ever USED Their Malpractice Insurance?

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    What I would like to know is if anyone has, in fact, utilized their personal malpractice insurance if it was really helpful. For example; did you have to pay upfront and be reimbursed by the...
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    When patients want to know test results...

    pagandeva2000 replied to vashtee's topic in General Nursing

    I had several situations that were sticky in the past. On Wednesdays, we have no morning clinic, but we see walk ins for PPD readings, tubal ligation counseling, shots, etc... and then, there are...
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    horrible attitudes

    pagandeva2000 replied to labrador4122's topic in General Nursing

    I understand how you feel, there are some people that can sour an entire unit. I also agree with accessqueen, however, to keep comments to yourself or you may encounter some unpleasentness before you...
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    When patients want to know test results...

    pagandeva2000 replied to vashtee's topic in General Nursing

    I try to avoid discussing results because to me, it can open a whole can of worms. I understand your dilemma, though, because the patient should know what is happening if he is about to have surgery...
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    NP discusses MJ on national TV ????

    pagandeva2000 replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    Sadly, you are
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    NP discusses MJ on national TV ????

    pagandeva2000 replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    As this unfolds, you will see more and more sell outs for the fame and glory. Suddenly, everyone will be Michael's best friend, there will be so many psychics who "saw it coming" through their...
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    NP discusses MJ on national TV ????

    pagandeva2000 replied to Misslady113's topic in General Nursing

    I guess that because it is Michael and this is sensationalism, it can be
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    LVN's/LPN's How does coverage work on your floors???

    pagandeva2000 replied to pink2blue1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I had similar issues; one time a nurse asked me if I would administer meds through a central line. Never saw one before, and had a feeling it was not for me to do and she said "Well, I know that LPNs...
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    LVN's/LPN's How does coverage work on your floors???

    pagandeva2000 replied to pink2blue1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    When you ask about coverage, do you actually mean assignment distribution? It sounds like it to me when you speak of the situation; it seems that your question is more of what can be assigned to an...
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    Confused

    pagandeva2000 replied to Ancy1's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Carry a notepad with you and write notes. Also, ask for blank copies of their forms and place them in paper protectors. Maybe even get a loose leaf book to carry them in, with samples of how to fill...
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    Shorting us of our NAs---WHY??

    pagandeva2000 replied to Riseupandnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I certainly understand your point. Being the scapegoat for many things that are not in your personal vision is not fun. I have had situations where nothing was done for the patient, and I had to...
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    Im a new nurse and not learning much, HELP!

    pagandeva2000 replied to NoeIssa's topic in General Nursing

    I think that people have posted great suggestions. It is hard to be a new nurse in this current atmosphere. We are overloaded, nervous about the outcome of our patients and trying to dodge around...
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    Would you repeat your LPN year again?

    pagandeva2000 replied to litebrightgirl's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'm not sure, but it sounds to me that if you were repeating some of your courses, it would be at an advanced level. For example, the LPN school I attended was an LPN to RN bridge program (I was in...
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    What do I do now?

    pagandeva2000 replied to borntobanurse3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I'd wait until I have a license, but that is me. Maybe these nursing homes want a person with a temporary license or already have their license in
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    fired for refusing to practice out of my scope

    pagandeva2000 replied to tonka3's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I have learned that our employers only have their best interests at heart and in those cases, they'll get anyone to do what they want. I just got through a situation where a nurse with a private...
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    need your support and prayers

    pagandeva2000 replied to gonzo1's topic in General Nursing

    Of course, you have my prayers and positive energy sent in your direction. Blessings to your
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    Should medication aides exist?

    pagandeva2000 replied to BradleyRN's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    i read the site you provided and find it interesting. at least they are asking for 400 some odd hours in training; the ones here in new york only do a few weeks, approximately 80 hours.
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    really disappointed after my trip to the BON

    pagandeva2000 replied to picurn10's topic in General Nursing

    I just got through emailing my BON with several questions regarding a situation and I also asked if they are open to the public in NY and they told me 'yes', also. Mine is a far distance away, but,...
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    Odd Situation/Travel Nursing...Input, Please

    pagandeva2000 posted a topic in General Nursing

    My close friend who is an RN and I work per diem for an agency that sends nurses to administer vaccinations for the US Armed Services. I am licensed in NY. From what I understand, you cannot work...
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    Odd Situation/Travel Nursing...Input, Please

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    Just to drop another update; after I received the email response from my state BON, I asked to be sure if I could not work in another state. She responded yesterday that it is up to the individual...
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    LTC/rehab facility: ?'s --LPN Scope of Practice

    pagandeva2000 replied to SlightlyMental_RN's topic in General Nursing

    As others have said, each state has a different scope of practice. You'll fair better contacting the Board of Nursing to see what is required in yours. Nursing homes usually give a wider girth to...
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    Odd Situation/Travel Nursing...Input, Please

    pagandeva2000 replied to pagandeva2000's topic in General Nursing

    She has an active RN license (of course, I checked). I suspect that she is greedy and does not consider the situation she places her staff in as long as she gets paid. Not a good