tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post3776222652696723453..comments2023-06-14T03:36:55.988-07:00Comments on Head Nurse: I need some friends in Japan.Johttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16520599099436383317noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-1482352636917818612010-01-31T06:16:45.351-08:002010-01-31T06:16:45.351-08:00Things to do at 3 a.m.:
WAL-MART. I actually used...Things to do at 3 a.m.:<br /><br />WAL-MART. I actually used to think up things to buy ... just so I'd have a reason to go to the only place open at 3 a.m. Now face-book , myspace, and blogospere are good. I'm always up on my nights off...and I think nothing of having a breakfast beer.GingerJarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18264306220362474678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-82632527014140483162010-01-29T04:46:48.385-08:002010-01-29T04:46:48.385-08:00I am just one hour ahead of Japan here in Saipan. ...I am just one hour ahead of Japan here in Saipan. Feel free to write, or whatever. Geeze, I can't remember the name of the book...too tired... but go to ICUfaqs.org and get that book. It is AWESOME plain talk for those just getting into the units... "Notes on ICU nursing" is the name of the book. ZzzzzzMr. C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/07497646154455808847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-49681907007740471082010-01-27T14:33:08.010-08:002010-01-27T14:33:08.010-08:00We here in New Zealand are up now, does that help?...We here in New Zealand are up now, does that help? We are 17 Hours behind the US west coast. Have fun with your efforts to understand the mysteries of the universe. I do like Bill Bryson :)JacquiBeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10922918304251333415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-6310544344786186312010-01-27T00:16:10.473-08:002010-01-27T00:16:10.473-08:00I'm a nursing student who also loves particle ...I'm a nursing student who also loves particle physics. I recently decided to understand quantum interaction and the Standard Model. The book "Deep Down Things - The breathtaking beauty of particle physics" written by Bruce A. Schumm is an excellent work for the non-field individual. It explains in clear language the theory behind and interactions between subatomic and subnuclear particles. Its an awesome book and is well worth your time, by page 58 I finally had a grasp on quantum field theory. The book is an awesome look into the beauty and simplicity of nature. <br /><br />P.S. Very light on the math, as in, you needed to have only completed algebra 2 to get most of it, and what requires more is explained adeptly.<br /><br /><br />As for your patient, huge bummer. I hope her family remembers her fondly.Lokihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10706741633162937488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-86318427906566723862010-01-26T20:59:40.018-08:002010-01-26T20:59:40.018-08:00If you're looking for a really good, comprehen...If you're looking for a really good, comprehensive A&P book, give Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology by Frederic Martini. I have the 5th edition and have been using it since my undergrad days. I keep going back to it over and over again. The text is straightforward, the diagrams are extremely detailed (but aren't overwhelming) and the end of chapter reviews are very helpful. <br /><br />I've always been a night person so I get a lot of my workouts in at around 0100! A lot of cooking and cleaning gets done in the middle of the night as well. Keep connected to your fellow night shifters. They'll keep you from going completely insane (though not partially insane). <br /><br />I'm really sorry to hear about your patient.Mahahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04860979377398925052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-57548171403108142032010-01-26T17:20:17.136-08:002010-01-26T17:20:17.136-08:00My physics teacher husband recommends Brian Greene...My physics teacher husband recommends Brian Greene's books and NOVA special. He writes about subatomic particles and string theory in a way that's accessible and accurate.<br /><br />Feynman's books are really entertaining, but from what I remember (it's been a while) are more anecdotes from his life than physics per se. <br /><br />The Cartoon Guide to Physics (Larry Gonick?) is also one my husband likes. There's also a few volumes of The Cartoon HIstory of the Universe by the same guy. Very fun to read, and you learn a lot. I teach Greek and Roman history and liked the way he handled those periods.rosmarinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-24721663628018971962010-01-26T17:00:48.273-08:002010-01-26T17:00:48.273-08:00One of my favorite novelists claims that the key t...One of my favorite novelists claims that the key to great writing is to: make em' laugh, make em' cry, and they always come back for more. You managed to do them both in one poignant post. WOW!<br /><br />I am a free-lance writer turned brand spanking new nursing school student! (I'm only in my 3rd week of A&P 1!!!!) I stumbled across your blog when I became obsessed with all things nursey,and I'm so glad I did...even though some of your terminology evades me--for now...:)<br /><br />Looking forward to learning more...Runner Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09637580235545152641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-29776130740820672972010-01-25T18:42:02.859-08:002010-01-25T18:42:02.859-08:00I recommend this site: http://twistedphysics.type...I recommend this site: http://twistedphysics.typepad.com/<br /><br />It's very well written and goes to places you'd never expect.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16712992999741864728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-69751772906087503972010-01-25T11:34:20.739-08:002010-01-25T11:34:20.739-08:00Physics book: A Cartoon Guide to Physics ... I bel...Physics book: A Cartoon Guide to Physics ... I believe that is the correct title. Helped me through General Physics I & II when I thought a Calculus based biochemistry and molecular biology major was a good idea many moons ago. Too bad I changed my mind many times and never finished college. Once again downsized & unemployed I do enjoy your blog and I am inspired. The high unemployment and "recession" may actually help send this single mom to nursing school. (I told my counselor at the state reemployment office if she approves nursing this is a career that will keep me employed for at least the next 30 years)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-83486931058479831792010-01-25T10:19:59.636-08:002010-01-25T10:19:59.636-08:00How often have I used the words "allowing him...How often have I used the words "allowing him/her to let go" with families...explained that if there is going to be a miracle it could happen irrespective of our vents and drips and scans, so could we just stop already...only to have trouble seeing the road on my way home that morning for all the tears clouding my vision. <br />As a PICU nurse, I was present at the death of more children then I have seen born in my rome now as a L&D nurse. And I still remember the beautiful souls I got to meet inside some of those very sick little bodies. Nicely put, all of the above. You honored the spirit of the one who is gone beautifully.<br />And, as someone who has worked nights for 13 years, let me tell you how to do it: however the hell you want :-). I took up knitting, which allows me to be productive and connected to a new community. Also, I had two kids which provided me with a plethora of laundry to deal with at 3am. Oh, and I like a good Rx for Ambien.CervixenVTnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-35611668845427362432010-01-25T08:35:11.162-08:002010-01-25T08:35:11.162-08:00Have you read any Neil Degrass Tyson? Astrophysic...Have you read any Neil Degrass Tyson? Astrophysics for masses!Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04769447142323394858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-83367014406943870392010-01-25T08:25:06.936-08:002010-01-25T08:25:06.936-08:00Give the strange night-shift hookah people a chanc...Give the strange night-shift hookah people a chance... I'm one of them. :) Seriously, we're not that bad. The place I go is on a college campus, so most of us just sit and study.<br /> Then again, I was made for night shift. I'm just weird to begin with. I hope you get something worked out that makes you happy though!Rebeccanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-81397734278298179522010-01-25T08:08:59.565-08:002010-01-25T08:08:59.565-08:00Heartbreakingly beautiful, Jo.Heartbreakingly beautiful, Jo.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-20695698421841225472010-01-25T08:02:35.483-08:002010-01-25T08:02:35.483-08:00I'm so sorry about your young pt. ~ that alway...I'm so sorry about your young pt. ~ that always sucks big time... Bless you for the little things.<br /><br />Have a wonderful birthday!!bobbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14353836074794786357noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-60192288313729984622010-01-25T07:38:22.913-08:002010-01-25T07:38:22.913-08:00For physics book recommendations: have you read St...For physics book recommendations: have you read Stephen Hawking's books? "A Brief History of Time" is the famous classic; I think everybody should read that one. "Black Holes and Baby Universes" is less well-known but is still well worth the time.<br /><br />Another favorite of mine is Feynman. If you want the physics, read "Six Easy Pieces" and then "Six Not So Easy Pieces," which are layman-friendly chunks out of a larger set. (The full thing is "The Feynman Lectures on Physics," but that's a full-on textbook so you probably don't want it.)<br /><br />For less on physics and more about the physicist, read "Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman." It's semi-autobiographical, and awesome.Brianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16076856042658008396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-778527026483258772010-01-25T07:37:54.733-08:002010-01-25T07:37:54.733-08:00I haven't gotten to this yet
http://dogphysic...I haven't gotten to this yet<br /><br />http://dogphysics.com/<br /><br />but I've read Chad's blog for a couple years, and he's a good teacher. It's next on my list.pelicanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00623610883701005178noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6833607.post-62034800714169268312010-01-25T06:22:08.403-08:002010-01-25T06:22:08.403-08:00Great post. I have to laugh about who to talk to ...Great post. I have to laugh about who to talk to at 3:30 in the am...we use Radiology Nighthawk for overnight reads, and you can always call them in the middle of the night to not only talk to someone, but also close your eyes and soak in that accent! LOL<br /><br />Good day, mate!StorytellERdochttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14371229500424449124noreply@blogger.com