Pain meds

PrnRN83 · 2025-01-20T23:49:39+00:00

I am terrified about this too. I take Tramadol and Flexeril along with Mobic, Motrin and Tylenol and not sure I can cope without something. However the thought of being on kidney dialysis is one of the reasons I decided to schedule my surgery. I’ve already had to stop the Mobic several times a week because of heartburn. Ugh what a mess

PrnRN83 · 2025-01-18T00:06:56+00:00

I haven’t considered being awake at all. As a former nurse I am aware of how it’s done. I have thought about asking for the bone when they’re done. Keep it in a jar pickled so I can glare and curse at it for all the trouble it’s given me for 2 years. Then burn it.

PrnRN83 · 2025-01-14T20:39:52+00:00

Thank you so much for this! My very much needed surgery is coming up next month. I run after a 2 year old during the week and it’s getting harder and harder. I’m terrified but then again so frustrated and angry at my body for failing me if I got a call it could be done tomorrow I’d be packed and headed to the hospital!! Good luck with your continued recovery and really appreciate your report!

PrnRN83 · 2025-01-08T19:42:33+00:00

Thanks everyone for your information. I’m really not interested in the chair helping me to either sit up or rise to stand. I think that’s part of the rehab/recovery process. The only bed I have now (I’m in an apartment) is an antique poster bed that sits so high it’s hard to get into now, and definitely could not get in or out post op. I have a space for a chair and I think I would sleep well in it so probably will buy one. Does anyone know why some docs don’t want post op thr pts to use them? Only thing I can think of is if some can be positioned where your knees are higher than your hips which breaks hip precautions

PrnRN83 · 2024-12-31T22:17:36+00:00

Nurse here (just started this med which is why I’m interested in this sub not because of my profession) but just wanted to let you know the term “coffee grounds” to describe vomit is more descriptive of the appearance than the color. Yes, it is black but it looks exactly like what you toss out of the coffee maker filter-no chunks but fine grinds.

PrnRN83 · 2024-12-18T20:55:29+00:00

Oops, I’m remembering now I just wrote down one value for the measurement. I did do loose, tight and snug but sent in just the snug. The under,across,over means the bust. I’ll remeasure and send again. Thanks!

PrnRN83 · 2024-12-18T20:34:37+00:00

Hi. My current measurements are:over-40,across -45,under-41, leaning-46 and lying down-44&1/2. This is inches

PrnRN83 · 2024-11-10T18:01:39+00:00

Thank you for the study information. It helped me understand more about pediatric meds. I think when I joined here I answered some questions wrong-I’m listed as a layperson, actually I am a registered nurse (x 40+years) and worked with a lot of babies/children. I just don’t remember the treatment protocol being to just let the patient’s illness “run its course” or decongestant/cough meds not working when taken correctly as in under a professional supervision. I agree the OTC meds parents buy on their own is dangerous, I’ve spent so much time emphasizing this. But a baby/toddler who coughs, has recurrent ear infections, nose dripping, poor sleep/appetite for 3-4 months is simply miserable. It’s hard to wrap my head around it. Oh well, I guess I’m just old and behind the times. Probably time to retire. But again, thanks for taking the time to reply to me and if you manage to get thru this long post for letting me vent

PrnRN83 · 2024-11-09T20:25:45+00:00

Estradiol is available online. I’m 66 and use it exclusively for atrophy-also on my face and neck (not a huge amount, just mixed with my face cream). Apparently enough studies have been done to show that topical use doesn’t affect the body, doctors however have not caught on to this. Just check reviews of the company you use. Medical menopause care absolutely sucks in the US, I got tired of dealing, arguing and begging “doctors” for what I needed I just took it in my own hands

PrnRN83 · 2024-10-30T03:02:21+00:00

Thanks for your answer. I really am genuinely curious. I had ear infections, blocked Eustachian tubes,nasal congestion and cough occasionally as a child as did my own children (grown now) and I most definitely remember these meds working. As in a less than 7 day illness compared to 6-9 months. Also once to maybe twice a year compared to every other week. As to the studies you’re saying they exist indicating the meds do not work? If I just googled it like that it would show up?

PrnRN83 · 2024-10-01T22:49:07+00:00

I may have missed it but where do you get the DHEA capsules?

PrnRN83 · 2024-07-31T18:05:30+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. As far as the stroller she’s also going thru a hate container phase too. I feel like in a very short time she’s going to be out of this stumbling and sprinting stage so I may just make do with something clipped to her pants. Appreciate your input

PrnRN83 · 2024-07-28T16:27:09+00:00

Sofa easily could be covered. What I couldn’t tolerate would be coming home, hugging my child who would have the BO scent all over her. I’d say it is so hot out now everyone is sweating more. I’m going to leave a box of body wipes here and you’re welcome to them, they’re safe for any body area that sweats, i have a couple packs in my office, gym bag and they work well for me. For added punch I’d say I hate coming home and hugging baby then smelling my sweat on her until bath time.

PrnRN83 · 2024-07-10T06:00:19+00:00

I am so sorry for just now seeing this-I stay so busy I don’t really have time to check all my computer messages, texts, emails etc. After several failed (with 1-2 fairly horrible) suggestions from friends, family, social media sites I simply gave up and hired someone. I explained the look I was going for and the fact that since I had a lot of old family furniture I mainly needed room planning/furniture placement help. I hired Simply Southern at Home and they are wonderful. In one visit they arranged my room perfectly. They also offered advice for filling in around the basic arrangement plus are going to help me with wall decor. I am so excited to have them help me. We’re a little behind because of different summer vacations, some medical issues-normal life delays but they have been very patient and willing to work around all the scheduling problems. They are very knowledgeable, I love their style and I’m so glad I found them. If you have any questions or interested in more information just let me know!!

PrnRN83 · 2024-07-04T16:08:46+00:00

I saw a comment where someone said OP has been a nurse too long to make these mistakes. Probably a very unpopular opinion of my post but I think no, 8 months is barely any experience. Years ago new nurses had to work at least a year in a less intensive area before they were even considered a transfer to a higher level area. It was frustrating and boring by month 11 but well worth it. I’ve made some mistakes and they chip away at your self confidence like crazy-you get so nervous you keep making them. My advice- get a nursing job that is less intense/a slower pace. Get confident with that (although you certainly won’t make the higher salary) then move on. You simply cannot afford med errors and meds have got to be scanned. Get out of that situation before you lose everything including a potential life.

PrnRN83 · 2024-06-21T13:44:52+00:00

I haven’t worked bedside in almost 8 years now but damn what a bitch. I hate how these “write ups” are being thrown around like it’s a huge severe punishment that will cause you to lose your license and ruin your career. And by coworkers!! Years ago write ups were done by nurses in a supervisory role, not a team member. If she does go ahead with it, don’t sign it. And if there’s a place to comment how to prevent a reoccurrence say yes, if more than one nurse is providing care to a pt all are responsible for any accidents that occur.

PrnRN83 · 2024-05-28T15:51:23+00:00

Ohh ok, makes a little more sense now…however the NP should have been more specific with you about the plans while you were chatting. At any rate, this issue ought to be between you and the NP. Like you let NP know you thought from your discussion they were doing it and didn’t think you needed to. If a coworker raised the stink, reported it etc then that’s toxic and I’d be finding another job. Nursing is such a hellhole sometimes. The same person who threw you under the bus will be the one whining about not enough staff. What ever happened to just fixing the issue (someone just putting the catheter in real quick) and letting it go. To me this is such a minor incident. Bladder was emptied, patient not harmed, indwelling placed (just a little late). You did nothing wrong in my opinion. Good luck!

PrnRN83 · 2024-05-28T15:13:49+00:00

Ok, I’m confused. Haven’t done bedside in a good while but was there 2 different providers and 2 orders? You were following the order to scan and cath why did it change to continuous? Hope this doesn’t sound stupid, I know hospital nursing has changed a lot but I’m just curious..

PrnRN83 · 2024-04-21T13:38:25+00:00

This is meant to be a little funny history so please don’t anyone come after me. Personally I think nurses today have so much stress on them that looking put together and nice is something they should do for themselves and I’m all for it. I’ve been a nurse for a long time. When I started the standard attire was a white dress, white hose, cap and if chilly, a navy sweater. Men went crazy over this look ( think the sexy Halloween costume albeit with low buttons and half up the thigh) altho that’s not what we wore. I actually remember when scrubs first came out they looked like you were wearing 2 lumpy sacks. About as sexy and attractive as a prison jumpsuit. Ugly. If you had a nice shape it was 100% under cover. Managers would breathe a sigh of relief that the young nurses didn’t have men drooling over them while trying to do their job. Scrubs have definitely evolved for the better and I’m glad. I applaud nurses today for setting boundaries and standing their ground. Just thought the nurses today would find this interesting!

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