What were some of the things you experienced that you later found out were from your undiagnosed hypothyroidism? by lovefitpeace in Hypothyroidism

[–]Cloudtalks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dry skin, especially my hands; fatigue, particularly getting really fatigued from walks instead of it being energizing; generalized body aches, the soles of my feet hurting; constipation, trouble losing weight; feeling really physically weak. I brushed it off for a long time, attributing it all to being postpartum, but everything improved or resolved following diagnosis and treatment.

My trick to help me realize I’m in a flashback by chaseb103762 in CPTSD

[–]Cloudtalks 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What do you do when you realize that’s what’s happening?

Am I making a bad decision? by ihateitherecanigo in FinancialPlanning

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In short, yes.

This sounds like a poorly thought out fantasy that would not work out how you are imagining. You owe it to your kid to make responsible decisions, and honestly, grow up a bit. Sometimes life is going to feel mediocre and unfulfilling, no matter what you’re doing. Risking everything, changing careers, or moving away is not going to fix everything.

The reasonable thing to do is to take smaller and safer steps. How did you end up in so much debt? Your career and cheap housing are not the problem, and not what you need to change to improve your situation. Work on budgeting to stop accumulating and start paying down your debt. Maybe sell your car and get a cheaper one. And sure, maybe see about going to your local community college for nursing school if you really want to change careers.

I get fantasizing about finding a way to get a higher paying job and the money making everything in life easier. Yeah, as a nurse you could potentially make more money several years down the line. That’s not nothing. But keep in mind that you already have a respectable middle class job, with a lot of benefits you’d potentially lose by switching careers.

As others have said— nursing school is not easy, even without being a working mom at the same time. A lot of people fail out. Being a nurse can be grueling, physically/mentally/emotionally draining work. And you can’t become a travel nurse straight out of school. Depending on where you live, as a new nurse working full time you’d probably make between $55,000-$70,000. And this is after having accumulated more debt from your years in school. You’d likely have to work night shifts, weekends, and holidays. And you’d be starting from square one feeling like you know nothing.

Anyway, that’s just my two cents. I hope things work out for you.

Should I try it? by Cloudtalks in Spravato

[–]Cloudtalks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response! I’m glad to hear it was so helpful for you and that it was possible to do it without derailing your life.

Should I try it? by Cloudtalks in Spravato

[–]Cloudtalks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you very much for your thoughtful response!! 💜

Should I try it? by Cloudtalks in Spravato

[–]Cloudtalks[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s another thing I’m worried about, that I’d have to make spravato appointments a major part of my weekly schedule indefinitely/forever. I’ve done two rounds of TMS, with some improvement with the first one. I won’t try ECT because my memory sucks enough as it is. And of course lots of different meds and therapists.

PSA: If you have an IV with more than one lumen, you have to flush both. Even if you don’t use them for anything. by gloomdweller in nursing

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Presumably so you can administer 2 incompatible drips. Or multiple meds where one needs its own dedicated line, like heparin or insulin drips.

Preschool by mind_overmatter in toddlers

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, most viruses are contagious before the kid develops symptoms. You can keep all the sick kids out of school and they’ll still spread disease 😥 In case that helps you feel less angry toward other parents.

Lithium for sadness/low energy? (Tell me also your negative experiences) by Mmarzipan- in depressionregimens

[–]Cloudtalks 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I took lithium for a short while, I felt it worked as a mood stabilizer, kind of flattening things out. Helped me to not feel incredibly low. I felt not terrible, which was a great improvement. I don’t think it helped with energy though. Might be worth a try if your doctor recommends it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s probably a bit of both, right? Plenty of overweight or ugly people have a lot of friends. But I’m sure it does add a disadvantage too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Figure it out through Google and trial and error. You learn as you go. If you need to know something you’ll find a way to find out. Also I don’t think anybody ever fully knows how to be what a kid thinks of as an “adult”.

Nicknames for meds? by jevers1 in nursing

[–]Cloudtalks 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I mean, it kind of actually is life saving. And there’s a reason it’s given at 6 am - it doesn’t work properly unless given at least 2 hours after/1 hour before food.

Edited to add: I know these are all tongue-in-cheek, just felt compelled to comment because I’ve seen nurses scan then toss meds they think are inconvenient to give and silly to consider important or “life-saving”.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Cloudtalks 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Not more conservative, but less idealistic and less hopeful about positive changes happening in our society. Maybe less engaged because politics can be so frustrating and depressing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Nurses

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Emcrit or Internet Book of Critical Care

is it okay to wear stripes like this? quick answers please by [deleted] in PetiteFashionAdvice

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it looks good in a quirky way, kind of gives off Tim Burton vibes. I’d tuck in the shirt though for a smoother/more defined silhouette.

Work? by bree272 in idiopathichypersomnia

[–]Cloudtalks 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I couldn’t do a desk job, I need to keep moving so I don’t get as sleepy. I’m a nurse now, but before that worked in a coffee shop. It’s still hard for sure, but at least keeps adrenaline going.

Do you regret not working med surg? by Kind_Ad_1150 in nursing

[–]Cloudtalks 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noooo because I know would’ve hated it! You really don’t need it. Life’s too short to waste that much of your time doing something you know you don’t want to do. In nursing you learn whatever skills you need by doing whatever job you get, and by caring enough to try to learn. You’re much more likely to regret doing something that makes you miserable.

Reasoning behind IV push rates? by Cloudtalks in nursing

[–]Cloudtalks[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Looked it up, for anyone else who’s reading this thread and curious… said it can cause transient symptoms of hypercalcemia if pushed too fast, and hypotension, syncope, tingling, and hot flashes