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You will find patients in isolation on pretty much every floor of any hospital. Nursing students provide these patients with exactly the same care that they would give other patients. The only difference is in how you protect yourself and other patients by adhering to isolation policy and procedure. It would benefit you to know this policy in advance.
babygirl3374
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Hi,
I am inquiring experienced nurses. I just started an ADN program Sept. 3rd. Oct. 1st will be my start of clinicals 1 day/week on an isolation unit. To say I feel unconfident is an understatement. I was told we will be using disposable stethoscopes, amongst other precautions. Is this normal, routine, or safe to have novice students in that environment? Please help. I feel like this program is rushed way too much already!