💉 Confused about blood drawing from a hand that has an IV line?

by Demareseitipota

I was taught to never draw blood from a hand that has an IV running as this can affect the accuracy of the blood test results, because blood that is drawn from a vein that has an intravenous line may be diluted by the IV fluid. But, why is that?
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Not So Sure

by peaceful2100

I feel burnt out. I feel more unsure of myself too. I have been a RN for 18 years now. I am not sure if I want to return in August, but don’t know what else to do.
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How To Start IVs In The Hand

by LibraNurse27, BSN, RN

At my new job they like IVs in the hand for certain procedures. In the hospital I worked they didn't like us to put IVs in the hands. I am confident with forearm and AC IVs, but hands scare me! 
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School Nurse Pay

by Mseag94 

I just interviewed for a school nurse position at a local elementary school.  I love everything, except it would be a HUGE pay cut for me (they start at $24,000). 😬 I just want to make sure this pay is typical for a rural school.
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Are you happy with your nursing career choice?

by Joe V

How do you feel about your career choice? Are you still happy that you made the switch to nursing? How do you feel about your nursing school? Please share your thoughts with the community...
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Calculating Intake and Output

by lexieanders

I was wondering if anyone could help me solve intake and output problems. I found two online and have been trying to solve them, but I don't understand what I am doing wrong. I posted my work...
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