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According to the Mayo Clinic:
>The following foods are generally allowed in a clear liquid diet:
>* Water (plain, carbonated or flavored) * Fruit juices without pulp, such as apple or white grape juice * Fruit-flavored beverages, such as fruit punch or lemonade * Carbonated drinks, including dark sodas (cola and root beer) * Gelatin * Tea or coffee without milk or cream * Strained tomato or vegetable juice * Sports drinks * Clear, fat-free broth (bouillon or consomme) * Honey or sugar * Hard candy, such as lemon drops or peppermint rounds * Ice pops without milk, bits of fruit, seeds or nuts
However if the patient is on clears for an EGD or colonoscopy, you may want to avoid clear liquids with red food coloring, such as jello, gatorade or even Ensure Clear (mixed berry). The dye in the drinks may make it difficult for surgeons to identify bleeds or areas of erosion (or so that's what I've been told).
Coffee nerd checking in. I used to bring 16oz of french pressed coffee in a thermos to each shift. Got tired of the mud in my drink and the 10-15min of brew/cleanup time each morning. I'd tried cold brew in the past, it's super clean in the cup, huge decrease (>50%) in acid, and is concentrated, so I get more cups to drink per container. In concentrate, it'll last up to two weeks in the fridge. Plus it can be brewed in advance. I usually start the process two days before work, letting it brew in the fridge for 24hrs, then filter it twice the day before work. I bought this cold brewer on amazon. It tastes great even in concentrate, or add some milk. Personally, I boil 2-4oz of water in the microwave, let it rest 10 sec to drop temp, add coffee concentrate and drink it black. I have at least 5 different coffee making devices and have yet to make a cup of black coffee that is as sweet or as flavorful as what I can make with cold brew.
I'll just make a list:
A yoga mat (she thought she'd do yoga in labor, LOL. She did not.)
A crock pot
A bag with 9 knives in it
A box cutter
Pleather leggings to wear postpartum in the hospital
A full skin care regimen, like over a dozen bottles set up in the bathroom, including sheet and mud masks (though I can empathize, I do like me some skin care)
An X box and their own 32 inch TV from home (so dad could have something to do while wife labored--nice of him to not commandeer the room TV I guess.)
8 hrs / 30 pts = a whopping 16 mins per pt. Our nursing home healthcare is horrendous, and it's not because our nursing home nurses are lazy or stupid, it's because like you they only get 16 mins with each pt. Imagine if there were 10 nurses for those 30 pts. What are the odds that complications like, UTI's, bedsores, and pneumonia would decrease then? We know they would decrease. But the higher ups will say "It costs too much to staff those nurses, we'd go out of business." But that's not the nurses' fault, nor is it the pts fault. It's the payment system that needs overhauling, not cutting staff. Insurance companies and pharmaceutical companies have been making record-breaking profits in the last decade, in the meanwhile the #1 cause of bankruptcy in the US is for medical bills.
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I use stuff they make for runners to reduce chafing. One stick lasts forever. I use it for thighs and it works great— clear. Lasts all 12 hr shift. body glide
This sounds snarky, but I'm sincere: Your textbooks. Niether I nor my classmates regularly read our textbooks, mainly because we were studying lectures to pass exams. If you have time to read, read your med-surg textbook. If you're looking for something less didactic, but still relevant, and aspire to high-acuity care, maybe something like Marino's The ICU Book. I guess if I had to recommend a quick read just to inspire some reflection about the world you're entering, I'd recommend "When Breath Becomes Air," by Dr. Paul Kalanithi. Have some tissues handy.
So a few things. Looks like you are breaking up your sleeping periods which never lets your body get into a good deep REM sleeping pattern. You really want to try and get 8 hours of good quality sleep. That doesn't account for the time that you are trying/falling asleep.
-Something natural you can try out before falling asleep is to take some melatonin.
-Have black out curtains if you don't already (you need to be able to block out every bit of light in the room you sleep in so that you can't even see your hand in front of your face dark).
-If you use the computer or something before going the bed, you should really be using https://justgetflux.com/ to adjust your screen to match your sleeping pattern. You don't want to be staring at a bright computer screen before sleeping.
-Research shows that ideal sleeping temperatures is usually between 65-68°F.
-Also since you are a not getting much sun, make sure to take some Vitamin D3 5,000IUs.
That should help you out a bit if you aren't doing any of those. But the bit about not getting consecutive sleep is the big kicker.
I don't support trans people because I'm a nurse, I'm a person who embraces trans people because I don't see a valid reason to exclude anyone based on their gender identification, and that mindset is reflected in my nursing.
Sure I don't know personally know what it's like transitioning myself, but I can talk to people I know, ask patients their preferred language, read books - How to Understand your Gender is a great place for anyone of any gender to start, even for cis het woman to be more conscious of their personal gender identification.
Learn as much as you can about the big ER illnesses such as Stroke, MI, Sepsis, UTI, Pneumonia, etc... Most of your learning will be on the job, though.
In terms of footwear, just wear whatever shoes are comfortable for you. No need to buy fancy nursing footwear unless you want to.
What to bring to work? Your stethoscope, a watch, trauma sheers, and I carry around a pocket drug book - I don't like whipping out my phone on the floor.
I also bring a high energy meal - almonds, dried cranberries, and cubed cheese.
My personal secret ingredient: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IRFX4NY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Don't know how, but they managed to make a caffeine formulation that doesn't upset my stomach or give me the shakes, even at 300-400mg.
They're ridiculous. I'd also like to advocate for easier-to-open lidocaine patches.
However, as long as we're on the topic, I'll plug my favorite badge accessory . They're so handy for stuff like this, I hate carrying stuff in my pockets.
This crazy self-back-massage cane was a game-changer for us. Very useful for those stressful nights. Not exactly a last-minute thing to bring, but I definitely recommend it.
Maybe a bottle of nice-smelling hand lotion, if you're trying to avoid food? Or veggies and hummus if you're thinking healthy snack that's easy to shove in your face on-the-go.
Our ICU uses something like this. Less mess, can be done on the bed and the hose can drain into a bucket /large sharps bin. Just pad out around the neck with rolled up towels.
Homecraft Deluxe Inflatable Hair Washing Basin, Wash Hair in Bed, For Injured, Elderly, Disabled, Easily Clean Hair, Living Aid https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0056PQQZC/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_CPD8999M5VHSZWNACNG7
Pharma sales. If you're interested in it, the best advice I was given was to read a bunch of books on sales to show you're really interested in how it works and want to learn how to be a strong sales rep. I'm a paramedic and in the same boat. Should know by Monday whether or not I got the job I've interviewed for 3 times in the last two weeks. Reading the books and showing interest were the first steps, and knowing someone in the company was my foot in the door, but I had to perform myself in order to keep the door open.
SPIN Selling, Integrity Selling, Secrets of Question-Based Selling, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion, Emotionomics, Predictably Irrational, 50 Psychologically Proven Strategies to Influence, and Awaken the Giant Within were some of the initial suggestions made to me.
Good luck.
Edit: got the job.
Just as an FYI, you are not required to have 2 years of ICU experience before sitting for the exam. The requirement is 1750 hours in the past two years, which, if you work 36 hours per week, is only 48 weeks. So you're probably eligible already.
Personally, I watched the Laura Gasparis DVDs. They were entertaining and a nice, broad refresher, but they definitely didn't cover a lot of what I saw on the exams. I used her book because it had a ton of practice questions with rationales. I also used the AACN's review book because it had a bunch of practice questions.
Good luck!
I had raptor sheers when I worked in the ED for trauma and what not but now that I’m in the ICU all I need is tiny cheap scissors for cutting off wrist bands or opening medicated patches or whatever.
My whole unit got these for nurses week and they’re a fucking game changer.
Nursing is highly versatile. You say you've only worked home health? I would jump around within the field first, before leaving.
I've done Acute care, NICU, brief ICU, Home health RN, Home health manager, Infusion nurse, Prison nurse.....
I've been a nurse for 4 years. Imo Infusion nurse is the best and that's what I'm currently doing. But am I fulfilled? That isn't a job question that's a you question. As a couple others said, few people have jobs that GIVE them happiness and/or fulfillment.
It's not impossible. But your feeling is extremely common even outside of Healthcare. If you are truly going to find a job that fulfills you, you will need to try everything. I'm not being facetious. "Life callings" or "passions" aren't handed to us. They're DISCOVERED.
In the meantime I would start reading forums/articles on other fields and researching. You thinking of law? Watch a debate, write an argument. Teacher? Volunteer at a highschool, or some other institution.
In the end, there are trade offs in every field, namely money. Sit down and be honest with yourself about how much money you want or are willing to go without. And realize that people like what they're good at..........but it takes work to get good at something.
This Book helped me recently as I was feeling discontent with nursing. Hope you find what you're looking for.
For whatever reason, the nose pinch of surgical/N95 masks seem to affect my sinuses. I started applying a Breathe Right Nasal Strip to the bridge of my nose. I can still seal my mask but without pinching my nose off. I have a deviated septum. It doesn't take much to close that airway. Maybe you do too. Make sure the area is free from oil before applying so that it stays on. I don't think the clear ones stick as well.
Here's a link to pretty much everything covered in my pharmacology class.
Word of warning, it is 50 something pages. Yes, it is condensed. Good luck =)
EDIT: changed share settings so anyone with the link can see. And I agree with thechickenfoot, know some common herbal supplements like St. John's wort and interactions
From /u/frankcblazik over at /r/ResourceNurse:
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0Bw1frSLqmsD_UDFoMDR4eE81bU0&usp=sharing
I've never read this but maybe it can help or be the beginning of you understanding how to cope with on the job relational politics.
And part of it is just not giving a fuck. I know it's hard. But remember these people don't know you yet. And maybe you will never be besties with them. That doesn't mean you have to stay at this job, especially if you got along just fine at your old job. But opinionated assholes are prevalent in nursing even when their thoughts are of no use to the recipient. Focus on the job first. Be as nice and helpful as you can to your coworkers. And then wash your hands as soon as you clock out and enjoy your life!
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It's a thing. Do you have a personal issue with nurses that needs a bit of exploring? I recommend figuring out what your beef is before you need to go to the hospital one day.
"If only we could see ourselves as clearly as we see others, right?"
If only mate. It is one of the hardest things for us to do. Something I've struggled with all my life. I had a lot of trouble feeling powerless growing up. One of the things that has helped me is realizing I control my decisions in life despite what external factors or internal and emotional influences I might be dealing with.
If you have never heard of a man named Viktor Frankl I would encourage you to look him up. He developed logotherapy and wrote a book called Man's Search for Meaning. The first part being about his experience as a Jew in a concentration camp and how he learned to decide how he felt despite what he faced on a day to day basis. The second part introduces logotherapy. Now the man was still human and as such you still have to learn to deal with feelings stirred up by external factors but learning to be aware that you have the ability to decide otherwise is a powerful concept that has changed my life.
It will take you a while to transition in your way of thinking and how to manage your activities. A lot of ER patients are "ran through" if you will. ER stabilizes and sends them on their way. This means a lot of repetitive actions for each patient: IV, labs, urine, EKG, blood cultures, repeat labs, cat scan runs. I am now a RN in the ER who did tech work there for three years prior. Before I got licensed, we had 3 newer nurses come down from tele to begin in the ER. At first I really tried to extend my help to them knowing they were learning a new way of nursing. It got to the point where I had to say something to each one of them. Yes, nursing is a busy profession, but ER Tech work is EXHAUSTING. As a tech I would come home and sleep 12+ hours to recover, especially after working with the transfer nurses. They would repeatedly delegate anything and everything, not realizing that in the ED, you have lots of support, not just your techs. Eventually they would delegate out of convenience. PLEASE do not do this to your techs, they will resent you and abandon you. After the transition of tech to RN I have really realized what a huge help they are, so make friends with them, thank them for their work and do not delegate if you don't have to. (Remember- they have ALL of the patients in that section and rarely get to sit down. Most of the time I was on my feet doing hard physical work the full 12 hours) There is absolutely nothing wrong with a nurse taking their own patient to CT or doing their own EKGs, or even picking up their own patients from triage if they have time! Stay positive, work hard and be respectful of your co-workers and the ER will be a fun place for you to work. Best of luck to you :) If you did not like floor nursing, I really think ER will be an exciting change. Here is an online book you can look through for some interesting ER tidbits! https://archive.org/details/EmergencyMedicineSecretsFifthEdition
You can do some independent practice and study on your own time. This seems like something you are very passionate about. One technique that is widely used is called motivational interviewing, and it applies so well to nursing that I wish hospitals would provide nurses with this kind of training, but there is a book on amazon that is specifically geared toward healthcare providers.
I can remember being young and feeling invincible which is how I hurt my back.
Always use lifting aids and additional help.
I use a back brace every shift now: this is my lumbar support brace.
I also use a posture corrector similar to this, I couldn't find the exact brace I use on amazon so I can't recommend this particular brace but I was surprised how much of a difference it made.
Both of these braces take some getting used to, especially the posture corrector but again I was surprised how much of a difference it made.
My clogs were aaaawful and I was about to toss them until I tried these inserts from amazon:
I leave my shoes outside, and put these in them between shifts. No more smell at all!
I'll start us out by recommending multi timer https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jee.timer I've found it useful for keeping track of multiple IVs and other things that are timed on my shift. You can name each timer and see them all at a glance which makes it nice to visualize what you have going and how long it has left.
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I always wanted to go to medical school because I wanted to learn everything I could possibly learn about medicine. I loved the science parts of nursing school, and I wished we would delve deeper. I had so many more questions that I wanted to be able to answer. The only thing ever stopping me was that I simply didn't want to be a doctor. It's way too much responsibility under impossible conditions like having too many patients and no sleep. I recently read When Breath Becomes Air, and I was envious of the knowledge that med students gain in school. But I was totally averted by the types of decisions that that particular doctor discussed making as a resident. I haven't decided yet if I wanted to continue to be an NP, but I imagine I would definitely wait until it becomes more regulated, rigorous, and consistent across programs. It seems like NP is a good middle ground between what I want and don't want from medical school.
Gone horribly wrong. An NG on a basilar skull fracture, facial trauma, recent sinus surgery or the like can slip into the brain and coil there or slip all the way down the spinal canal.
Obviously not good outcomes. The only way to place on these patients is with a doctor, preferably ENT, and a scope with bedside fluro available.
I started picking up a few courses on Udemy.com. They usually have sales throughout the year and discount some of the largest courses down to only $10. I try to stock up on those then. I'm waiting on the next edition of his book to come out too: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/android-programming-bill-phillips/1122560483
Factual reviews are legal.
One can technically be sued over anything, but it would be almost impossible for a company to successfully win a defamation lawsuit against an honest reviewer. And that's under the assumption the company could even find out who left the review assuming it is anonymous.
I found that it really helped. I wrote my NCLEX thursday (havn't received results yet, but finished in 75Q and got good popup).
Note: I did NOT go to the in-person. I used this free resource:
http://www.4shared.com/playlist/3klgHNL1/Fuer.html?locale=en
This playlist has audio recordings of each subject. Use this if you want to save money!
lippincotts pharm is the only one i used so its the only one i can recommend. if the problem is money, just find out when the pharm class is and show up and unofficially audit. grab the syllabus and go to class when possible. learning drugs and med calc is something you can study on your own, but if you are expected to learn actual pharmacology (km, vmax, n-order metabolism, etc) it would behoove you to attend some lectures and at least know some people to ask. no cc professor will care if you show up and ask questions
also, study blue is a great free website with study materials. you can search and probably find a deck that closely follows your syllabus, but here is an example: http://www.studyblue.com/notes/note/n/ati-pharm-test/deck/10444573
You can definitely give it a go. I did a short 3 week coding course recently which went over the basics of html, css and javascript. I did it in between shifts and it was very doable and enjoyable. Having said that, i personally did it for fun and not to start a different career, but i will say if coding is something you are considering it is a good idea to start small. So something like a short 3 week course could benefit you and help you make up your mind. If you end up pursuing coding in any way shape or form, i recommend looking into pluralsight.com . It's a website that has a lot of video training courses for coding.
Definitely work as a nurse though first so that you at least utilise your bsn degree.
Or this?
Traveller Fundamentals Organizer Tote Bag Carrier - 600D Green Nylon Fabric Art Caddy - for Art, Craft, Sewing, Medical, and Office Supplies Storage https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JMMQFMQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_7CGS2MDM8C6CV0CFPQ0S?psc=1
You will get a 3-6mo training period and you will never again take vitals signs or do a head-to-toe assessment.
However, you could see heart transplants, tumor removals, and other very exciting stuff
I worked four 10's/wk and was on call for 12 hours once every three weeks (rarely got called in tho.)
I STRONGLY encourage you to purchase and read the following book (super cheap on Amazon and it's <50 pages) https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Operating-Room-Nurse-Shades/dp/1481139517/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr0_1?dchild=1&keywords=fifty+shades+of+green+confessions+of+anker+nurse&qid=1610199000&sr=8-1-fkmr0
It is a super accurate biography of the day-to-day life of an OR nurse.
I love these ones! I have small calf’s and they are perfect and my feet feel great after 12+ hour shifts!
Graduated Medical Compression Socks for Women&Men 20-30mmhg Knee High Sock https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YYWBMC6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AjzSFbMCXAB65?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Live in Phoenix, work nights, these are the absolute best blackouts. 👍
Have you looked into nursing-themed adult coloring books? If you think it's something she'd be into there are a ton on Amazon that are highly rated:
A folding clipboard for clinical was really popular at my school. The maker is “white coat clipboards” they have a website and also sell on amazon. It comes it lots of colors and has useful information on it. I’d recommend NOT buying the nurse edition as it isn’t very useful info. The medical one is better.
I have the pink one
Probably Staples or Office Depot, but here’s some from Amazon!
I got them from Amazon. The stretching helps so much. My feet thank me lol. I'm happy to avoid unnecessary pain.
Eachway Pair of Professional 2-Way Premium Shoe Stretcher Tough Plastic Shoe Trees,Adjustable Length & Width Durable Shoe Shaper for Men and Women (Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NCMR62F/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_p6UsCbB18YJT7
They have maintenance take the winter floor mats and fill them with disinfectant. We walk though them, and onto drying mats with towels on top of them to clean our shoes. As the liquid gets low or towels soaked, they get filled/swapped. This is when we walk into the building and when we leave a quarentine area.
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I think this a nursing issue, not an MD issue. Residents don’t train our new grad nurses and their advice would likely be that you need to correct this as his preceptor. He needs honesty and firm boundaries. Have a conversation, if he keeps it up talk to your supervisor/educator on implementing a formal written improvement plan. If that doesn’t work and he’s still being an asshole are you going to let him pass orientation? If you struggle with setting boundaries speak to your unit’s manager or nurse educator on tips to precept more effectively. There is a good book called Crucial Conversations that I recommend to help with boundaries in a professional and effective manner.
https://www.amazon.com/Crucial-Conversations-Talking-Stakes-Second/dp/1469266822
Someone has already mentioned it, so I'll start by seconding Atul Gawande's "Being Mortal." Also: Sherwin B. Nuland - "How We Die: Reflections On Life's Final Chapter" and Paul Kalanithi - "When Breath Becomes Air"
All really REALLY great books that helped me feel not so alone in feeling really disturbed by the role we play in dying in our society.
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If it wasn't hard it wouldn't be worth it. But srsly if it's the reading try the SQRRR method. It helped me get through tons of assignments. Like anything you will have to reignite your own fire (I still have to do this from time to time). Socialize with other nursing students, go to symposiums & watch seminars online, maybe even see if your school has a nursing club and join.
black out curtains, white noise machine/app/fan/something, melatonin an hour before bed time.
edit: also if you use a computer or phone while at home and before you go to bed, install https://justgetflux.com/
My MIL bought me this bag when I was in nursing school. It's on the smaller side which I like. It's super heavy duty and still looks practically brand new. I just washed it the other day and it held up fine. I had to put my good old med/surg book in it though to reshape it.
Based on the Stubs Iron Wire Gauge system which was used to specify thickness or diameter of metal wire, strip, and tube products. The Stubs system was the first wire gauge recognized as a standard in 1884.
http://issuu.com/enews/docs/oct2015?e=1607375/30455047 **its on the second page
the anesthesia patent safety foundation put out an article this month about this subject, which some may find helpful, even if you aren't in anesthesia, the rationale is in there.
Apparently Bachelor of Nursing Degrees are the most likely degree to get you a job in your field in Canada. http://www.workopolis.com/solutions/en/article/the-university-degrees-that-earn-the-highest-starting-salaries/
97% for a nursing degree, 94% for pharmacy and 91% for computer science.
Creative commons license. Info here. Can transform how you want, but can't profit from it or not give credit to them for the concept somewhere.
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I graduated with half those guys, haven't spoken to them in a while, but a few of them probably wouldn't mind entertaining OP's spinoff if proving viable. Max was always a bit of a dick to deal with, kind of part if his charm, but he might also be game if he's still involved and isn't focused on other projects.
Yes I know that, but as an aspiring Nurse, I was under the impression that RNs with an Associates got paid somewhere between $40-50K and RNs with a BSN got paid from $65-70K+.
Source, yet I find some different statistics in indeed. I read up on it a bit online and I say that the pay difference between RNs and BSNs are about $0.25/h at some facilities.
You are being spoofed. There are several ways to handle this: 1. Get a second throwaway phone with another number and use this ONLY at work. 2. Get a 2nd Line app or use Google Voice, if you have Android. Also get a spam blocker app. 3. If the patient has a phone use their number.
Finally, keep your phone numbers separate. I have a 2nd land line and a 2nd email address which I use solely for the purpose of registration and buying things online. I never answer that landline as it goes to Voicemail and 90% of the calls are hangups. Most of the emails on my 2nd email are either from Nigerian princes or Horny College Girls Who Want To Meet Me. Pffffft!
Understand that today, your personal information is bought and sold. Piss on HIPAA. The first rule of Internet marketing is get that email and that phone number.
Antifog solution! It gets me through most of the shift without fogging. The latest batch I got doesn't seem as good as the last one, but still does the job. Honestly, with sporty goggles and this stuff, kinda wonder why I wasn't wearing them years before considering the amount of literal and figurative shit that can get in your eyes in healthcare.
Med Surg will definitely take you especially on nights.
Anecdotally, we have hired plenty of new grads in your position throughout the floors.
Get a good bra and don't do anything dumb and your back will be fine. This contraption works well for mine (there's no K, but maybe a sister size would work). It basically makes me look like the Trunchbull in scrubs but my back feels great.
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Unfortunately you do yeah. But, I've used something like this since covid started.
I would suggest to study each subject in this study guide I linked. You’ll need to prepare well. Give yourself plenty of time to understand each subject. Good luck to you!
I looked at my previous order on Amazon remembering I bought them online. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004A93OQO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_imm_H1H720FB88HT9Q5VDZ30?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 I believe that’s the link to the shoes.
This one was the one I had while in school, and it seems like they still sell it all these years later. Great drawings, not overly complex, easy to color and it really helped me with my basics at the time.
These scrubs have zipper pockets on each thigh as well as other cargo pockets, if you’re into joggers. They’re comfy AF too! Not as pajama-y as Koi Basics, but close!
WonderWink Women's Slim Cargo Jogger Pant (Black, Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085P3RMTM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apip_IAeRSUNtbCeSA
I highly recommend this book. It was a huge help to me my first year.
That seems super not a great idea, but just take your time with taking your PPE off and on.
I use these goggles (not an affiliate link) and they’re super cheap but they don’t fog ever, so they haven’t super pissed me off other than I hate goggles to begin with since I’m taking care of babies in the NICU and not trying to make meth or be all sciencey.
Wash your hands all the time. If your skin looks all dry and sad on your hands, you’re doing it right. I’m 35 with the hands of a 70 year old this winter when I’m working my three nights straight. Despite all of the lotion and creams.
They do make those washable cloth covers for them, they’re just like a long cloth tube. They look kind of like a long scrunchy when they’re on.
Stethoscope Covers Handmade Variety Patterns Colors 100% Cotton Scrunchie (Skulls) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3QQ9Q6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_vaC.Fb7DGY0XM
Acknowledging that it is having an impact is the first step to finding a solution to what is affecting you. I bought a gas mask for work and started seeing a therapist just to vent each week. The mask gives me the safety and security I need to do my job and the therapy lets me vent the frustration about having to wear a mask for 13hrs just to be safe at my job.
A book that helped me a lot with managing emotional stress was Warrior Mindset it's written with police and military in mind but the tools work well for healthcare, especially now that we are in a constant high risk environment.
Your cats sound awesome btw.
Everyone has recommended that brand! That one still costs a little more than I’d like to pay, but I’ve been eyeing this one. https://www.amazon.com/3M-Littmann-Lightweight-Stethoscope-Multiple/dp/B078HPGC1G
Try LISH Skinny Stripe Wide Calf Compression Socks - Graduated 15-25 mmHg Knee High Striped Plus Size Support Stockings (https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07J9PJCBX/ref=cm_sw_r_em_api_i_MZESFb4TM0XTJ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1) - my sister liked them.
I bought some Nikes via Amazon that I love and they were only $50, which is pretty good for Nikes....that's like typical cost for what you'd see at their employee store. If you dig around on the Nike company page/site on Amazon you can find a bunch of other models and colors for about the same price.
I have this little Omron 7 series wrist cuff. It’s very easy to use by yourself and I find it fast and accurate. Amazon has the best price I’ve seen.
Peppermint oil: Tell her to keep it in her nursing bag for stinky situations. Just put a little on a face mask and head into the code brown/purulent wound in a cloud of minty freshness.
Also, I have vinyl grip hemostats and bandage scissors with a cool pattern that I found on Amazon that I get compliments on constantly. And I haven’t lost in 10 years b/c everyone knows that they are mine!!
Amazon link: argyle print hemostats
I've used this $12 small backpack I got off Amazon for two years now. Works well for me because I don't like to carry a lot of things (I leave my papers in my locker).
I am not fantastic with make up at all but let me tell you about my new favorite eye liner. https://www.amazon.com/Sailor-Miracle-Romance-Liquid-Spiral/dp/B014GKFY4G/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1529233146&sr=8-5&keywords=sailor+moon+eyeliner&dpID=51BwLSv7O-L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
this shit. Its freaking cute! and it freaking stays on all day! Theres a pencil eyeliner also. Also works great.
edit: ok don't buy it for 30$ off amazon. I've gotten it on yesstyle for much much much much cheaper.
I tried several brands on Amazon and the SB Sox have been my favorite by far. I haven't tried sockwell, though.
Bought these last year for my MSN program but ended up taking the MAT and forgot to return these to Amazon. Highlighted the first two pages of one book, but other than that brand new never used. If anyone wants these, just cover ship and they are yours! Just wanted to offer these here first, otherwise I'm just going to donate them to Goodwill. Also, here's the link from where I got them https://www.amazon.com/Official-GRE-Super-Power-Pack/dp/0071841814/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1531872629&sr=8-16&keywords=ETS+gre+book
We used "Lehne Pharmacology for Nursing Care" when I went to school, I thought it was ok as far a a pharma textbook goes.
Here's a link to an older edition on Amazon so you can get it dirt cheap.
Pharmacology for Nursing Care, 7th Edition https://www.amazon.com/dp/1416062491/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_raeeCbZY306B7
this badge reel is my statement piece.
I bought these on Amazon a few weeks ago. They're comfortable for long periods of time and don't fog up much with a mask. They're fairly protective but not anywhere close to airtight.
There is an android app called prognosis that is really good. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.medicaljoyworks.prognosis
I also googled 'medical diagnosis scenarios' and found a lot of what you might be looking for.
Book wise, Joyce Cappiello wrote a case study book for primary care NPs called 'A Day in the Office' --> https://www.amazon.com/Day-Office-Case-Studies-Primary/dp/0815115598/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1512683663&sr=1-1&keywords=a+day+in+the+office
There is also a series of books for medical students called 'case files' that might be helpful for you. You can also search amazon for 'nursing case studies'.
Compression socks are life. I started wearing them when nursing instructors recommended to us that we start wearing them early, and I can definitely tell a difference in my feet and legs when I'm not wearing them. I usually buy mine off Amazon ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G41JTN6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ). I like them, but I do get some issues with the top of the sock band being too tight for my fat calves (I just roll them down a little so the seam isn't digging in), toe seams rubbing too tight on my toes and causing some toenail and pinky toe pain, and some of the designs will leave imprints of the design on my legs after taking them off. For the price though, they're good. I also have some of the 8-10mmHg Cherokee compression socks (from when my clinical instructors would send you home unless you're wearing black. blue, or white socks...), but I feel like they have too little compression.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OZE7S9S/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I need 4 colors.
This book is a great place to start. Your background will help you tremendously but be prepared to feel like you have no idea what is happening for a little while. There is a lot of equipment and supplies that are foreign to us ER transplants, but with a little time it all starts to make sense.
Non-fiction, but an interesting read: Full Catastrophe Living by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Interesting look at a program out of New York using mindfulness in healthcare to help deal with stress, pain, and illness. I just picked it up to re-read this morning. Great for ourselves and our patients. edit: I guess it was UMass not NY
Same feeling when I started (same feeling now a few years later). I am young for my grade level and I went from high school to college straight into a nursing job. I feel very young, and when I first started my job I often felt like I was in the minority of people that weren't married, in a serious relationship, buying a house, having kids, doing adult things, etc. The more I got to know different coworkers, the more I found this to be untrue, but I definitely felt like the odd man out for a while. I understand where you are coming from. At work focus on developing your skills as a nurse and realize that it takes time. Look for the kind and experienced nurses that can serve as informal mentors and pursue a work friendship with them. Outside of work I would recommend reading up on finances on your nights off and working on starting good financial habits. I like Dave Ramsey books and "The Millionaire Next Door." Otherwise, enjoy your freedom from school and new found cash flow.
Good nursing/healthcare-related books: Being Mortal (Atul Gawande), Five Days at Memorial (Sheri Fink), Deadly Choices (Paul Offit), and When Breath Becomes Air (Paul Kalanithi).
Before I was a nursing student, I got a Bachelor's in English Lit. I LOVE reading about nursing topics when I have the time.
Not so much a gag gift but is hilarious.. I found it in a second hand bookshoo and gifted it to the nurses when my first was born.. its freaking great!
https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Panic-About-Babies-Worthwhile/dp/031264812X
I wish I had more answers honestly. But you aren't alone and there is light to it.
Prior to being able to access therapy, I found this workbook extremely helpful in at least starting to untangle things and find the roots of certain problems
I've been using these BASE CAMP M Plus Dust Face Mask with Extra 6 Activated Carbon Filters for a couple of years. Also got the BASE CAMP Replacement Exhalation Valve and Diaphragms only for M Plus Face Cover for extra protection.
I bought one of these — https://www.amazon.com/PURAP-Cushion-Wheelchairs-Recliners-Pressure/dp/B00J43P7HK/ref=mp_s_a_1_6_sspa?crid=17CPGK3MUK2JK&keywords=best+wheelchair+cushion&qid=1671176921&sprefix=best+wheelchair+%2Caps%2C95&sr=8-6-spons&ufe=app_d... for my mother. She said it’s very comfortable. It’s pricy, though.
Read this book and you'll never smoke again. It has a 100% success rate in my small sample size of 42 people. All have successfully quit smoking. The majority being for 10+ years. It's like magic. I speak as a former pack a day smoker that's been nicotine free for over 15 years. Best of luck with quitting, OP.
Biologist, not nurse or medical person: in the thick of the 2021 Covid season, when disposable masks were hard to find, I got hubby https://www.amazon.com/3M-Comfort-Facepiece-Reusable-Respirator/dp/B00IF7R9LS/ and the appropriate cartridges. (Me, too, but I wear a medium). It looks odd, but it's very comfortable, even for long hours of wear.
Still haven't found a disposable n95 that fits him well.
Stay clear of this design. The rotating safety trigger is known for slowly bumping into the armed position and spraying the inside of people's pockets, etc. Instead, go with a design that has a flip top safety.
I've been wearing these for a few months: 7 Pairs Copper Compression Socks for Men Women 20-30 mmHg Knee High Stockings - they're super comfortable and super affordable.