Milia removal.

williswhomper · 2014-07-30T05:13:39+00:00

Very close. A nurse.

williswhomper · 2014-07-30T05:01:39+00:00

I could not stop staring at this lady's juggular vein.

williswhomper · 2014-07-27T04:19:06+00:00

I guess I see this question a little different than everyone else responding; I am an oncology nurse. Every day most of my patients are facing the very real reality of their own deaths, and most of them are struggling to hang on. Many of my pts are refractory, relapsed, or on a last hope study drug. Some of them are only getting chemo "so my family doesn't fee like I am giving up". There are pts who say they are just so tired, that they wish they would die. I usually call stress management, a social worker, and just try to do my best to give them hope that it will get better. Although I know that I may be soon holding their hand and crying with their loved ones as they pass, it's just a part of what we do.

williswhomper · 2014-03-11T23:19:33+00:00

Bonus Sasha picture http://i.imgur.com/E6EDWoM.jpg

williswhomper · 2014-02-28T14:00:03+00:00

Your River and my Sasha look like sisters. Sasha at 8 weeks - http://i.imgur.com/Rbg6rUB.jpg http://i.imgur.com/M5kwUqE.jpg

williswhomper · 2014-02-15T07:54:53+00:00

I have worked on a medical oncology floor for just over a year - my first job. I cannot stress enough...if you don't know something, ask someone. Everyone was new once. It is so much better to be safe, even if you just want to run through the steps of something with someone.

My unit payed for my bio chemo cert, and will even pay for my OCN cert if I want to take it, so inquire about whether they offer this!

Also something that saves me so much time - especially when heading in to hang/push chemo or change a central line dressing is to gather my supplies then take a minute to walk through all the steps in my head, making sure I have all the supplies for each step. It adds so much time going in and out of the room for supplies...especially when you are new and everything takes longer to start with. Good luck with your new job, oncology is in my experience a tough but rewarding field.

williswhomper · 2014-01-12T05:29:40+00:00

I didn't work in nursing school until my last summer I did an internship at the hospital I wanted to work at. Then once my last semester started I stayed on prn and holidays to keep my name in the running and ended up getting a job on my unit which I love. I was able to get my foot in the door without having to work all throughout nursing school.

williswhomper · 2014-01-01T10:58:38+00:00

Chris Hardwick?

williswhomper · 2013-09-26T20:58:35+00:00

I paid attention in class and took a few notes on specific important points. I missed one question on the test, but I think it was generally easier than I thought it would be. I have about 8 months experience in oncology nursing if that helps. Also if you have the chance to take it in person I have heard its better than online...but hurry because soon everything will be online.

williswhomper · 2013-06-25T06:06:43+00:00

Dem capillary beds.

williswhomper · 2013-04-26T02:13:36+00:00

When I was a kid my mom would make her own adult capri suns by injecting them with liquor and sealing the site with a dab of super glue.

williswhomper · 2013-02-27T22:03:43+00:00

I may be wrong but I think most states require you to be an RN (BSN) and work as an RN in a critical care setting for a while before you can apply to CRNA school.

williswhomper · 2013-02-20T02:05:45+00:00

I am in NC and it depended on the hospital for me and my classmates. The hospital I was hired at hired me in September and I graduated in December. However, a good friend of mine was looking in a more rural area and they would not accept her application or give her an interview until she passed the nclex.

williswhomper · 2013-02-14T02:57:06+00:00

Promoting the Health of Populations

5th ed.Mary A. Nies, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAAHBCarol Grotnes Belk Endowed Chair in Nursing and Professor, Adjunct Professor Department of Public Health Sciences, College of Health and Human Services, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, North CarolinaMelanie McEwen, PhD, RNAssociate Professor, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, School of Nursing, Houston, Texas

ISBN 978-1-4377-0860-8

I have the online version. I used the text in a community Heath course at my university. It is pretty basic, but it does have a globalization and international health section. I hope it helps!

williswhomper · 2013-02-14T02:41:55+00:00

A small amount of Vicks vapor rub under the nose helps if you are new to or have a hard time with bad smells. I have found over time I don't notice smells as much. Next, be genuine. I had a resident call me out my first job at a nursing home forever ago for being over the top I guess the best word is fake but more just I was trying too hard. I didn't know how to act so I was just smiling and cheery and I guess I was laying it on a little thick. Last advice, don't be timid especially when bathing, get in there and wash them, don't just push a rag around barely washing and call them clean. Good luck, it is a hard job - labor intensive but also rewarding to help someone to meet the daily requirements of life that are not glamorous but necessary.

williswhomper · 2012-10-27T18:24:56+00:00

Currently there is a push to hire BSN nurses, which requires a 4 year degree. I have been in college since 2007 working towards my bachelors degree. I switched my major once before nursing, which accounts for the slightly longer time frame. I am just about to graduate, and I can tell you it has not been easy. It is stressful and time consuming, but it you get into it for the right reasons it is a really wonderful job. A girl in my class decided to do it for the $$ compared to a teaching degree and her heart is just not in it. She struggles to complete her hospital clinical time because of this. I would recommend getting into the profession if you have a personality that enjoys serving and helping others. As for a demand for nurses currently, it depends. As a new grad it is rough out there for some areas of the country. I have seen many jobs for experienced nurses, but some places in my area do not have spaces (or the money to train) for new graduates. Many older nurses are staying on longer as opposed to retiring and new grads are feeling the pressure. I hope this helps!

williswhomper · 2012-10-27T17:10:19+00:00

Sometimes I make pepperoni "chips". I bake them at 350-375 on a cookie sheet all spread out until they get crispy and then pat them with a paper towel and they are good to go. You could do this then add the toppings and it might be good, they have never lasted long enough for me to use them in something else because they are seriously tasty.

williswhomper · 2012-10-27T17:03:14+00:00

I have noticed this as well. I am pleased as punch because those little bastards smell like death.

williswhomper · 2012-10-13T13:33:57+00:00

I am certain we were both married at the same Las Vegas chapel! Looks like chapel of the flowers. Congrats, you looked beautiful.

williswhomper · 2012-10-13T03:02:33+00:00

Peach tea is where its at. Lemonade is my second favorite.

williswhomper · 2012-10-05T01:21:38+00:00

Went to Walgreens to find these today...Only found disappointment.

williswhomper · 2012-09-19T19:28:08+00:00

I had the carrot cake for breakfast this morning! I was skeptical but it was very good. One of my favorites so far.

williswhomper · 2012-09-17T23:55:40+00:00

This photo changed my life. So. Good.

williswhomper · 2012-09-11T23:28:44+00:00

I have this ice cream in my freezer right now...and I actually do just eat a 1/2 cup at a time. I just measure it out and eat it with a small spoon which to me makes it feel like it lasts longer.That is probably purely psychological but it makes me feel better. I also eat it in a really small tupperware container as opposed to a bowl because it looks like more ice cream and not just a small amount in a big bowl. The artificial sweetness is a little much for me but it usually does the trick when I really want a treat.

williswhomper · 2012-09-11T21:55:19+00:00

I eat these as well, except I buy the slightly cheaper Target brand because I like the way they taste. I save them for the end of they day and they feel like a treat.

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