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You are out of line, and it is not your place to "decide" for another person what their gender identity is. Furthermore, that study you referenced was not revised due to not being "affirming." Due to "questions raised about research design and data collection related to Lisa Littman’s study on “rapid-onset gender dysphoria,” Brown determined that removing the article from news distribution is the most responsible course of action."

Thanks everyone!! I was talking specifically about a primary intermittent ATB, so it sound like the consensus is spiking another small bag and flushing the 25-28 mL line. And just to chip in to prior statements, even in an adult, leaving potentially half the dose of ATB in the line isn’t going to do them any good! Thanks again for the advice!

Good early morning Hivemind! We’re working in a new IV ATB policy to avoid under administration during therapy. To those of you who are already at this point, how do you do it in your location? Do you administer the ATB, and then spike another 50mL bag to flush the remainder, or is there an efficient way to do this while avoiding having to spike an extra bag 20 minutes later? Thanks in advance!! Edit: spelling errors

Why are we so ok with giving an 18y/o a gun and sending them off to murder in wars, but when it comes to saving others lives suddenly they're too young? I'm kind of disgusted that we would sooner be ok with raising murderers than with healers... If the student is responsible enough to pass the nursing classes (while finishing their HS classes at that), and then pass the same boards we all take, then obviously they are as prepared to enter into our field the same as the rest of us were.

RN&RDH, I feel for you. I truly do. I absolutely hate working nights, and am fortunate enough to have powered through this past year, and am really looking forward to stating days soon (fortunately on my same floor)! I chose not to change jobs to look for a days position because I absolutely love my location (about 2 blocks from my hospital), but it definitely crossed my mind. While many of the others commenting are correct in saying that days are coveted, don't fall for the line that you have to "pay your dues" on nights. While I am sure it varies depending on your area, I was able to find several day positions that were hiring when I was looking around. Some people are not cut out for nights, and while you may not get the exact floor you want if you are not willing to compromise, I assure you that the positions are out there if you keep searching. Good luck!

So just accept the status quo, don't ruffle feathers, and leave your opinion/personality at the door? No thank you.

I've been working nights for a few months now and I give major props to anyone who prefers nights. I love my co-workers and the flow of the shift, but I am not built for this and am eager for my switch to days when possible. That said, I read an article recently that stated the link b/w night shift and health is possibly linked to the suppression of melatonin in the body, and supplementation is a possible intervention. I agree that the prevailing research definitely links night shift to long term health concerns. I'll link the article in case anyone is interested. Night shifts may hinder body's ability to repair DNA damage: Suppression of sleep hormone melatonin likely factor, findings suggest -- ScienceDaily

I was kind of nervous going into my new hospital position due to all you hear about this subject. I was very glad to find its not the case on my unit (at least not my shift).

The classist undertones of OP's post is kind of nauseating. Just because a person has a "blue collar" job, doesn't mean they're automatically loud, rowdy, and obnoxious. Some of the rudest, most vulgar people I've met are your "white collar" suits...

Most programs i know of require CNA cert as a pre-req. That being said, there are many places which offer fast track CNA classes. My class was only 4 weeks or so, and my sister in law did a 2 week course. We're in Iowa, but i would think other States would be similar. :)

Hi Darius! I've got one class left, then I'll be sitting the NCLEX-PN this summer. The classes my program required for entry was my CNA (of course), a math course (several are accepted), and A&P1. We were required to have Nutrition, Medical Terminology, and A&P2, but could take those first semester along with nursing courses. Hope this helps!