bgxyrnf

bgxyrnf MSN, RN

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  1. Education Conspiracy

    bgxyrnf replied to Avid reader's topic in Diploma, ADN, BSN

    At one point, I worked as a math and science tutor through the tutoring center at my university. I was shocked at the number of university students who lacked basic analytical and reasoning skills in...

  2. Why wasn't I placed in the ED?

    bgxyrnf replied to shan_elle's topic in Emergency

    Perhaps it wasn't adequate, despite your feelings to the contrary.Or, perhaps it was but the department wasn't ready to take on all 6 of the originally proffered spots. Or, perhaps it was simply bad...

  3. meningitis in a 9yr old

    bgxyrnf replied to kim1122's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I can't help you with the nursing diagnoses but practically speaking: 1) Empiric IV antibiotics - watch for results of CSF culture to ensure proper coverage. 2) Hydration... 12 hours of no output is...

  4. Too soon to ask about going part time or to day shift?

    bgxyrnf replied to newnurse085's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    At my two facilities, you cannot change shifts until you're off probation (90 days in both cases). After that, it's done by seniority. By all means, if you're off probation then put in your request....

  5. Do you think nurses get special treatment?

    bgxyrnf replied to NurseLife88's topic in General Nursing

    I've had five different officers (two deputies and 3 CHP) tell me directly that they generally do not ticket nurses who work at local facilities unless the infraction is egregious or the nurse is a...

  6. Advice on becoming a NICU Nurse

    bgxyrnf replied to virginaboy778's topic in NICU, Neonatal

    It is reasonable but less likely than other routes. A couple of things: 1) Try as hard as you can to land a preceptorship in a large NICU... both for experience and for networking. 2) Get *any* job in...

  7. Do I take my first job offer?? HELP

    bgxyrnf replied to RNjackie23's topic in General Nursing

    My advice is, "Take the job." It's a fantastic opportunity and "a bird in the hand..." and all

  8. Dealing with faeces?

    bgxyrnf replied to ToastaHands's topic in General Students

    You'll get over it. Prior to entering nursing school in my 40's, I was about as squeamish as they come. I've gagged while simply trying to scoop up dog poop and a nearly barfed the first couple of...

  9. I want to quit first RN job after a few weeks.

    bgxyrnf replied to newgradrn2016's topic in General Nursing

    OMG, that sounds f-ing horrible. No wonder that the OP wants to quit. That makes me a little queasy even as an experienced high-acuity ED and ICU

  10. How do you feel about being a nurse?

    bgxyrnf replied to Grier's topic in General Nursing

    Enjoy? Sometimes, sometimes not, and mostly I have no particular feeling about it at all. It's just my job and it adequately serves its purpose... to keep my family and me sheltered, clothed, fed,...

  11. Anatomy of a Code: A Guide for Nurses Working in Adult Non-Critical Care Units

    bgxyrnf replied to Lev's topic in General Nursing

    Nice summary. A couple of points that I would add for those who are inexperienced with codes: 1) Every two minutes, *something* should be happening... either meds or a shock... 2) Be sure that...

  12. Before you buy a $300 Vein Finder

    bgxyrnf replied to chul_soo's topic in Emergency

    Yup, my first thought.LED lights can heat up in a hurry. That said, on low power and with careful attention, they can work. Recognize, though, that if there ends up a bad outcome, you will take a...

  13. New to ED, not a new nurse though...

    bgxyrnf replied to Jamie34NY's topic in Emergency

    Keep doing what you're doing and you will find other like-minded people... nurses, RTs, docs... As you begin to develop some expertise and the respect that it garners, you will find your place there,...

  14. Pharmacology Flashcards (drug cards)

    bgxyrnf replied to Music in My Heart's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    It doesn't take a special computer nor printer. You should be able to simply change the paper size in the print

  15. Not paying license renewal fees on time (random thoughts)

    bgxyrnf replied to TheCommuter's topic in General Nursing

    I've never understood how someone can let their license lapse. I guess it's just proof that you don't need to be the sharpest knife in the drawer in order to be a

  16. Am I too old to start this?

    bgxyrnf replied to mightyaphrodite's topic in General Students

    This has been asked about a zillion times and the answer is the same every time... no, you're not.Not that it matters but I was 44 when I

  17. Med Math Matters: A Case Study

    bgxyrnf posted a topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    This is summarized from a case I had yesterday. I present it just to tell you that 'med math' does matter and that you can't always rely on the pharmacy or an IV pump. Don't just get through the...

  18. Med Math Matters: A Case Study

    bgxyrnf replied to bgxyrnf's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Interesting...

  19. I hate nursing

    bgxyrnf replied to Neezy84's topic in General Nursing

    Assuming 40 hours per week and 48 weeks per year, that's over 23,000 hours of hatred... if it hasn't severely damaged you yet, it's fixing to... that is simply unsustainable... and unnecessary. Move...

  20. Union gave away random drug testing

    bgxyrnf replied to Emergent's topic in General Nursing

    I'm curious: Did you and your colleagues make sure that your staff representatives on the bargaining committee were adamantly opposed to these clauses in the contract?The union is simply a...

  21. Do you ever wish you were a doctor?

    bgxyrnf replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    Of

  22. Do you ever wish you were a doctor?

    bgxyrnf replied to adventure_rn's topic in General Nursing

    In my case, I was in the process of trying to get into med school when life intervened and I chose to let it go. I do regret it and I would certainly prefer to be an ED physician than be an ED nurse....

  23. Missed H.R call

    bgxyrnf replied to MiamiR.N.'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Not a concern; she knows the

  24. Missed H.R call

    bgxyrnf replied to MiamiR.N.'s topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    Holy cow, if you're looking for a job there is no such thing as an *unimportant* call from HR, voice mail or not! They're ALL important!! Call back right now.RIGHT THIS SECOND. Leave a voicemail...

  25. Nurse Calclations

    bgxyrnf replied to dayanira1's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    The problem is that you have no units of measure, just a bunch of numbers.(175 lb) / (2.2 lb/kg) = 79.5 kg 79.5 kg x 5 mcg/kg/min = 397.7 mcg/min... that is, the mass flow rate of the medication Of...