Monthly Archives: December 2010
Closing out 2010..
The last day of the year and yes, 2010 went by so fast. I consider myself lucky for it was a good year f0r me professionally and an equally good year for this blog as well. Through this blog, I … Continue reading
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Aahhh… December 25…
….a day to celebrate Christmas or that special holiday you’ve chosen to celebrate! Many people are off from work taking time to celebrate with loved ones, friends, and family. Many are working to keep us safe or away at war … Continue reading
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If “Santa Claus” was an infusion patient…
1. It would be very difficult to get an accurate patient information. Imagine this.. Nurse: Please tell me your name? Patient: “St. Nicholas” but you call me“Santa Claus“. I am also called Father Christmas, Kris Kringle, and many other different … Continue reading
FAQ: Are you a new nurse?
…is a frequently asked question I get from patients who come for infusions on a regular basis and haven’t seen me before. I don’t blame the patients, to them I am not a familiar face since I was not there … Continue reading
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You want “what” given IV?
In the years I have been an infusion nurse, none of my patients would volunteer to have an “IV access” started for any reason unless prescribed for the treatment their illness or to save their lives. It seems that a … Continue reading
