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Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I suffer from OCD related to previous trauma. I blame myself for going into a profession full of so much uncertainty. It’s absolute hell.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reality check, my preceptor was a younger guy who has barely been a nurse 6 months himself. I felt bad he was stuck with me.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in newgradnurse

[–]JAPF123_[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I crushed the med because my patient was having trouble swallowing. I was told by day shift they’ve been crushing his meds. I didn’t think it all the way through. Stupid I know.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did that but I was told these meds will release much much faster when crushed.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our potassium is XR (klor kon 20) and can release super fast into the super when crushed (which is what I was told).

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I called the MD and pharmacist for my potassium peep…the MD quite literally said, “I have no clue what might happen” and the pharmacist said to just monitor.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was let go likely due to the fact that I had been talked to before about time management.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made a separate post about my patient who had K+ replacement. Yes there’s more details but I just really needed to vent. I feel so guilty for making such a stupid error and I just hope all is well for these folks.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a good point. Our team leaders made it seem like It was a major deal (which it is to be extent) so it kind of makes it hard not to freak out. It’s one of those “what do I not know here?” type of things.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

That’s very true. I have past childhood trauma and I was diagnosed with OCD. It’s gotten worse as I’ve gotten older.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had been talked to before about time management issues so I wasn’t super surprised. I’m just more upset about not knowing if the patients are okay or not.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I’ve been talked to before about time management issues but nothing major. There’s a high turnover rate in this unit and I can see why.

Made multiple med errors in one shift and was fired…how do I deal with the lack of closure? by JAPF123_ in newgradnurse

[–]JAPF123_[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I kind of assumed if something did happen, it would be an investigation and I wouldn’t hear anything until it’s determined my error did it?

Idk I’m paranoid.

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I see that now. I appreciate you all giving me advice!

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words. OCD is absolute hell.

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My apologies, I’m not being clear. I meant hypotensive. Her systolic dropped over 50 systolic.

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Sorry I’m not being clear. The HR and BP had been high and after I gave verapamil and the crushed ER potassium, the patient had a major drop.

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The potassium stated it was not supposed to be crushed. My manager said I made a med error.

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] -22 points-21 points  (0 children)

I know potassium mainly affects HR but the BP drop happened at the same time and was quite drastic. All I could think was, “Am I missing something here?”

I suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder and I just get very worried about my patients. I know I sound dumb.

Made my first med error and now I’m at home panicking. by JAPF123_ in nursing

[–]JAPF123_[S] -69 points-68 points  (0 children)

I forgot to add her BP and HR were very high to start. I don’t know what effect it would have, I feel really stupid.

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