CalArmy

CalArmy

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  1. What do I do if I'm struggling in the easy classes?

    CalArmy replied to NYCNative21's topic in General Students

    They have a lot of the "For Dummy" books that help you navigate things like acids and bases and chemistry etc. it really helped me when I was learning about

  2. Need help..hate my job :(

    CalArmy replied to butters9812's topic in General Nursing

    I think it's good you are talking about it. It really sounds like nursing is for you but this unit isn't. Usually people want a good year under your belt before looking. If you like the hospital...

  3. Pt assignment in trash

    CalArmy replied to Mama Nurse 7's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I think you need to spend less time trying to get people in trouble and more time becoming a good team

  4. Inappropriate nurses?

    CalArmy replied to hgraves64's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I'm not surprised the manager didn't respond. I think your reaction is the problem not the

  5. dismissed from nursing program

    CalArmy replied to alieu4's topic in General Nursing

    I had a classmate who failed two courses and she was able to petition to get back in. Does your school offer

  6. Got in trouble inserted 16f instead of 18 f

    CalArmy replied to Kadidi's topic in General Nursing

    This just sounds off. We put in whatever size we think is best. Our order just says put in foley. We always bring two sizes to the bedside just in

  7. Irony regarding cellphone use at work

    CalArmy replied to Emergent's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Let's sing it together: "Isn't it ironic....don't ya

  8. Hmm...that's nice

    CalArmy replied to DiplomaNurseRN's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    I love taking to them because you can talk shop without editing out medical jargon. However, when they come into my sandbox and stop the tube feed because they thought patient was getting too much...

  9. Realistic explanation of CPR

    CalArmy replied to Kteichow's topic in General Nursing

    I go the route of talking about how it is not like on TV. I don't necessarily talk about ribs breaking but go into the fact that at 80-90 most people will not survive a code. That it is very...

  10. Do you think nurses get special treatment?

    CalArmy replied to NurseLife88's topic in General Nursing

    Sometimes I think scrubs work better then boobs

  11. Should I report the person who scheduled me to a patient I should not have been sitting?

    CalArmy replied to Rayrayma's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I keep reading this thinking should I add another comment or not. Most patients you will sit for are going to need constant supervision . You may have a suicide or anorexic patient. If you are...

  12. Smoking on the property - supervisory question

    CalArmy replied to notanumber's topic in General Nursing

    First off he lied!! That in itself would make me mad. I would definately write him up for one breaking policy and two lying. I hate to be an ogre but what if he had thrown a lit butt in dry leaves...

  13. Pt fall- need advice

    CalArmy replied to dma13's topic in General Nursing

    You absolutely need to be honest about the bed alarm. However, you can put you thought it had been reset and wasn't. Bed alarms and scales are sensitive and can have errors. You were diligent...

  14. Controlled Drug Vials in Pyxis

    CalArmy replied to filovirus's topic in Patient Medications

    We also do bags with ten in each. Of course you always have at least one person that opens up two bags

  15. Should I report the person who scheduled me to a patient I should not have been sitting?

    CalArmy replied to Rayrayma's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    I'm sorry but people's conditions change in the hospital. As a sitter regardless of how many days you have been doing it the job title clearly says what you are to this patient. A sitter is there to...

  16. Facing a reprimand before I can take NCLEX

    CalArmy replied to dsevier's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I'm confused about how they found out about the article 15? Like stated above that is not something that is considered a public criminal record. It may be on your DD214 depending on what it was for...

  17. is there any hope for me to have this career?

    CalArmy replied to foofer's topic in Licensure: Criminal History

    I hate to be mean here but that is a large spread for multiple DUI's. You may have a hard time explaining why you got one in your teens, twenties, and thirties. Have you done any rehab or gone to...

  18. Switching to night shift... A good choice?

    CalArmy replied to jss1985's topic in General Nursing

    I enjoyed working nights. You really Form a great bond with your

  19. Okay to yell at the pharmacist for this?

    CalArmy replied to T-Bird78's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Patients don't always tell the full story. I wouldn't automatically blame the pharmacist. Pharmacies are generally very careful about allergies and interactions. I would really have serious...

  20. Missing PCA key

    CalArmy replied to Melanin's topic in Patient Medications

    They get lost all the time. Relax it will be

  21. Dementia Activity Mats

    CalArmy replied to blhansen's topic in General Nursing

    I have used them and they are nice. The patient can snap, zip, feel different textures. You can use them over and

  22. To file a formal complaint or not?

    CalArmy replied to Nurseeee's topic in General Nursing

    I have use JP drains a lot and never heard of half press. I agree the order is what bothers

  23. Med-surge Studying Help

    CalArmy replied to EmxoRenee's topic in General Students

    Do lots of questions!!! You will never remember enough because of the large amount of material. Questions will help you blend it together and understand. Get one that has rationalization for...

  24. Refuse or fail hair follicle test?

    CalArmy replied to egood18's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I agree with above the hair test is very pricey and I have rarely seen it

  25. Lost & feeling like I'm in a free fall.

    CalArmy replied to amh90's topic in General Students

    While I understand the seriousness of the situation, I don't agree with berating you in front of multiple staff members and family. You will get thru this. Unfortunately mistakes happen and we are...