Ben_Dover

Ben_Dover

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  1. lying about clinical hours

    Ben_Dover replied to astrn's topic in Nurse Practitioners, NP

    For some reason, this is a little too "HIPAA-ish" for me. So OP what truly is your goal regarding this

  2. Hmm...that's nice

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

    On a serious note... That's great to know. I guess these people (Sec. Svc. Agents) don't take things lightly, which is a actually a good

  3. Hmm...that's nice

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

    Interesting, so the secret service agents actually show-up to investigate a claim or to be admitted?! I think one of the moderators need to move this thread to Psychiatric Nursing thread...

  4. Hmm...that's nice

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

    How about a patient saying he'll call President Obama! So we handed him the phone and he then asked us. "What's the

  5. Nicardipine via direct IV

    Ben_Dover replied to papoy's topic in First Year After Licensure

    No current iv lines so "i decided to give" it via direct IV, injected 1mg (1ml) slow iv., I doubt the OP will be ever be

  6. Handwashing Question

    Ben_Dover replied to Mickey78's topic in General Nursing

    I've seen a lot of just really out of the blue questions, ODD that is. But, For Me, this is topping the chart. If I may say....can include this in the top 10. Even my 8 year old nephews or nieces can...

  7. Being called a racial slur by a patient I sat?

    Ben_Dover replied to Rayrayma's topic in Patient, Colleague Relations

    Hello There Skinny

  8. Showing critical thinking

    Ben_Dover replied to Alto22's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    Critical Thinking Skills for a very minute-few is second nature. For the majority, it is learned through

  9. Veteran Affairs travel

    Ben_Dover replied to Wolf at the Door's topic in Travel

    Wow... that NOLA pay isn't bad. Just wow! I've considered moving there back in 2015 but for obvious reasons, the pay won't be able to sustain my hobbies. Also considered, the midwest... or at this...

  10. I Love My First Job

    Ben_Dover replied to PennNurse's topic in First Year After Licensure

    PennNurse, I'm so happy for you! :) ER/ED/"Observation" unit for me is one of the bests floors there is when it comes to floor nursing. All walkie-talkies and mostly rule outs: COPD exacerbations tx...

  11. It used to be given to reduce libido

    Ben_Dover replied to Truegem's topic in Correctional

    My lady better not see this

  12. Education Conspiracy

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

    Obtaining a higher degree, i.e. bsn, msn, phd (I should actually skip BSN), these people are goal-driven. They're not in it for the money and aware of what's at stake (loans). They do it simply...

  13. Washing scrubs?

    Ben_Dover replied to dd131's topic in General Nursing

    ^^^^ Coming from a pro! May I add taking a shower too? Okaaayyyy, I get it! that was a

  14. How do you feel about being a nurse?

    Ben_Dover replied to Grier's topic in General Nursing

    - Full 30 Minute Break: Reasonable - Be Able To Drink Enough water: Reasonable - "Go to the bathroom more often": If you were given three wishes, this is what you would be really wishing for... now...

  15. appeal letter

    Ben_Dover replied to Dashia's topic in General Students

    Dear Anonymous, You really think a faculty member from your university may not be a member of allnurses.com? I "personally" (or professionally) think this isn't the best place to ask for an assistance...

  16. Pt fall- need advice

    Ben_Dover replied to dma13's topic in General Nursing

    Do not or I must say "Never" (strong word but yes NEVER) ever alter or fabricate an incident. Best you can do is chart defensively. One example of defensive charting is noted down below. bagladyrn...

  17. What is your biggest nursing pet peeve?

    Ben_Dover replied to ferfer's topic in General Nursing

    "Diagnosis vs Diagnosysis" "Oriented vs Orientated" "Palpitation vs Palpatation" "Palpitate vs Palpatate" A new nurse asking re: the differences bet. the ffg. insulins: Novolin R, Aspart, Humalog,...

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

    Ben_Dover replied to Rayrayma's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    Hmmm something is just off about this scenario. 1:1 sitters, generally, regardless if the pt. is suicidal or homicidal or what not, are not supposed to read magazines, do their homework, or paint...

  19. Help i want to quit my first nursing job

    Ben_Dover replied to Redvyolet4's topic in General World

    No advice here. Please, anyone, correct me if I am wrong... From what I have heard in the past, you are still considered a new grad. even with 3 months of experience working as an RN; and having said...

  20. I can't get "poop" taste out of my mouth?

    Ben_Dover replied to Philly85's topic in General Nursing

    I'm a little bit concerned about your situation and the symptoms being exhibited. Some people have suggested that you go and visit your dentist. If you have done that and you're still tasting the...

  21. New Nurse, New Job, Feeling Dumb

    Ben_Dover replied to aimee32907's topic in First Year After Licensure

    You're fine! We have some well-experienced nurses, with old jobs, and they, for some reason, they act like they're dumb! Don't be Them!

  22. I am a new grad and can't wait to get out of orientation!

    Ben_Dover replied to CRC12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Just from these lines alone, IMO, I can tell that you are still young and really naive, at least, in the world of "Nursing". I'm raising my white flag cause I think I'm just gonna keep hitting a...

  23. What was the REAL reason you called off

    Ben_Dover replied to Orion81RN's topic in General Nursing

    Hilarious!!! I don't think you had enough of the good stuff... I'm assuming if you had a bit more, you'd beat any of your H.S. buddies. Heck, you may have been running our country by

  24. New Grad rejected from First Hospital

    Ben_Dover replied to LindseyLou14's topic in General Nursing

    if I were in your shoes, I'd let it go and move on and I personally won't contact them. You'll never know they may even add you on their "Shi7 List", it's a simple click nowadays. Also, try not to...

  25. I am a new grad and can't wait to get out of orientation!

    Ben_Dover replied to CRC12's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Cocoa_puff ... wow, you just made her assignment easier. Again, things like the set examples above do happen! That's just the name of the game. I'm not sure if the OP's floor is a step down, that is...