OldDude

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    I just can't

    OldDude replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    One of my favorite ways to unwind is with Bud Light and watching "Naked and Afraid." Maybe you should try that tonight
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    Texas school sets dress code for parents

    OldDude replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    This is like what my Grandmother
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    Texas school sets dress code for parents

    OldDude replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    We should use the same dress code as WalMart
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    hot glue guns

    OldDude replied to jess11RN's topic in School

    Kids can't use em here but the teachers make up for
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    How much have you changed?

    OldDude replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    Aye! Over the years I've observed there are only two types of PK teachers. Those that have a passion for the kids and excel in nurturing their growth, development, and learning versus those who "land"...
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    I just can't

    OldDude replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    OK girl...that's enough of that! When you find yourself in an emotional hole - stop digging! Not enough details to be specific but when the kid comes in, dial the parent and hand him/her the phone......
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    Texas school sets dress code for parents

    OldDude replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    "Dance
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    Cry me a river...?

    OldDude replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I don't think it's a bad thing to cry with a parent when you've just handed them their dead baby to hold for the last
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    Texas school sets dress code for parents

    OldDude replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    ...or
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    Managing allergy symptoms

    OldDude replied to ConnecticutMassRN's topic in School

    It's a wonder society was able to hold on from extinction until the advent of Zyrtec and
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    Texas school sets dress code for parents

    OldDude replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    I promise it won't be long until a court overturns it. Frankly, I've given up on some parents. Just this week we had a couple visit their 1st grader for lunch. They were both, along with their...
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    Cry me a river...?

    OldDude replied to Jedrnurse's topic in General Nursing

    I grew up in an era where men don't cry. I never saw my dad cry...ever...even at my sister's funeral. I get the urge to cry occasionally but am usually able to suppress outward signs...usually. My...
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    Managing allergy symptoms

    OldDude replied to ConnecticutMassRN's topic in School

    If the kid is persistent enough I do the same as with injuries from home...call the parent and ask then what THEY want to do about
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    University Marching Band Nurse

    OldDude replied to Nurse Velasco's topic in General Nursing

    Hey, congratulations! Sounds like fun! It's according to the relationship you are entering into with the college; professional versus volunteer and other stuff mentioned above associated with if your...
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    "Heating Pads"

    OldDude replied to CanIcallmymom's topic in School

    None
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    Spring Break is Over...Countdown to Summer

    OldDude replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    23 after today...not that anyone is
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    Self Cath Resources???

    OldDude replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    Practice, practice, practice...if she's actually ready to become
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    60 hr work week cap?

    OldDude replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    In the days of yore when I was a pipefitter, my personal record was I worked 62 straight 12 hour shifts in a push to turn over a refinery for operation; there were many many other periods of working...
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    How much have you changed?

    OldDude replied to CardiacDork's topic in General Nursing

    I think there are a few factors that cause such a transformation that you describe...they are not unique to nursing but are always present and, I believe, eventually take their toll on every nurse to...
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    Podiatry or endoscopy?

    OldDude replied to Esrun777's topic in General Nursing

    Podiatry...no sedation/recovery required and feet are easy to "access."
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    Considering return to hospital / bedside

    OldDude replied to nurse2592's topic in General Nursing

    There were only two reasons you left bedside in the first place; you were running away from something or you were running toward something. With some exceptions, it's been my experience you'll regret...
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    Swollen fingers

    OldDude replied to SmallTownNurseSWL's topic in School

    If it's from home I don't do anything but call a parent and ask them what THEY want to do about
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    LPN supervising RN?

    OldDude replied to TwoLayi's topic in General Nursing

    It's my guess that the job description is totally administrative on paper and thus, the LPN could legally supervise any employee designated by the facility. It's also my guess this is simply a "cheap...
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    Parent wants to stay all day

    OldDude replied to NurseInTheHall's topic in School

    All excellent advice. I'll add the special twist in your situation is "Private School" where administration has a lot more flexibility to be the chameleon needed for the situation...know what I mean?...
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    What is One of the Most Memorable Moments in Your Nursing Career?

    OldDude replied to tnbutterfly - Mary's topic in General Nursing

    Well...OK... Pediatric ER...working triage...14 year old comes in with his mom at 2:00 am on a school night. He had to go pee at midnight, felt dizzy, fell down, told mom, here they are. Another kid...