http://www.cocomment.com/comments/2bestrongcoComments related to 2bestrongCopyright 2007 coComment.com2009-11-23T11:35:36.063+01:00http://www.cocomment.com/images/logo4rss.gifhttp://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1768155&comment_id=31140088@ Mark YES we do. Some of us iStrong One@ Mark YES we do. Some of us invite it, and others run from it!
@ Caroline It will get better. And besides, it doesn't get much more sick than that!2008-09-16T02:02:56.712+02:002008-09-16T02:02:56.712+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1768155&comment_id=31107733@ May I still love them!Strong One@ May I still love them!2008-09-14T21:17:42.617+02:002008-09-14T21:17:42.617+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1765767&comment_id=31102672@ Therapydoc Thanks for stoppiStrong One@ Therapydoc Thanks for stopping by!2008-09-14T15:35:41.733+02:002008-09-14T15:35:41.733+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1765767&comment_id=31077621@ Mark THANKS!!Strong One@ Mark THANKS!!2008-09-13T14:41:41.348+02:002008-09-13T14:41:41.348+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1735451&comment_id=30935944@ Mark Thanks. I'm excited aboStrong One@ Mark Thanks. I'm excited about the new position. And we found out this weekend how much we both love hiking..together!2008-09-10T01:16:33.425+02:002008-09-10T01:16:33.425+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1735457&comment_id=30935948@ Mark ThanksStrong One@ Mark Thanks2008-09-10T01:15:43.484+02:002008-09-10T01:15:43.484+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1709131&comment_id=30852849@ Matt Good point.. and I am tStrong One@ Matt Good point.. and I am too.2008-09-06T15:05:17.226+02:002008-09-06T15:05:17.226+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1709111&comment_id=30852828@ Mark That was Piglet!! LOL TStrong One@ Mark That was Piglet!! LOL Thanks. And bedside nursing isn't for everyone.2008-09-06T14:49:37.647+02:002008-09-06T14:49:37.647+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1681599&comment_id=30837772@ Laura Thank you for your kinStrong One@ Laura Thank you for your kind words. It's nice to hear.2008-09-06T03:31:18.874+02:002008-09-06T03:31:18.874+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1619553&comment_id=30568393@ Mielikke Good point.Strong One@ Mielikke Good point.2008-08-23T03:51:05.827+02:002008-08-23T03:51:05.827+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1619553&comment_id=30566607@ Spooky THANKS. And thanks foStrong One@ Spooky THANKS. And thanks for the input!2008-08-23T02:01:28.800+02:002008-08-23T02:01:28.800+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1618014&comment_id=30554093'Burpees' were referred to as Strong One'Burpees' were referred to as "Oh What a Feeling" in boot camp (oh so many years ago)
It mimicked the movement of the Toyota commercial... remember? 'Oh what a feeling ... Toyota'
Now picture 60 Marine recruits doing that movement.. and screaming at the top of their lung "OH WHAT A FEELING".
Yep. Been there. Done that.
Heh heh.2008-08-22T17:08:49.014+02:002008-08-22T17:08:49.014+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1603969&comment_id=30429429I agree... by pure physique stAnonymousI agree... by pure physique standards, Dara blows him and most individuals out of the water.
But results also speak for themselves... 8/8 in 08. Damn.
I think I have a private man-crush on good ole' Phelps.
LOL2008-08-18T23:24:57.903+02:002008-08-18T23:24:57.903+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1594711&comment_id=30347957:)
Love the Him and Haw picturStrong One:)
Love the Him and Haw picture reference!2008-08-15T15:57:54.552+02:002008-08-15T15:57:54.552+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1594672&comment_id=30347688Sean,
We nurses, ALL feel yourStrong OneSean,
We nurses, ALL feel your pain. I thought I'd take your stresses one at a time. So this might be long.
1. Learning the ICU is tough for anyone nurse, let alone a new graduate. I can tell you it takes almost 2 yrs to get comfortable in your new 'nurse skin'. And that's staying in the same specialty. It'll be 6mos on your own (off orientation) before the butterflies go away. Another 4-6months before that "I hope I don't kill anyone" feeling will disappear.
2. You WILL never know everything. You WILL always be tested. Even years after being a nurse. But you should also be getting feedback, good and bad. Our orientation program requires our orientees to meet weekly to discuss the positives and negatives of your week
3. I think most nurses just expect a new grad to 'freak out' because that's the norm, and they may not know how to deal with your calmness. Being calm is not a bad thing. not acting promptly to a situation IS! Keep up the good work.
4. Maintain your professionalism, but at the same time give respect as much as you demand your own. Most doctors need to 'evaluate' your skills and knowledge before they give the respect you so rightfully deserve. I agree, being the not nice person will get you nowhere fast
5. There is no such thing as caring too much. That's the difference between being another nurse, and being a good nurse. Don't ever stop caring. It makes your patient and YOU a lot happier
6. Treat the patient and you'll never go wrong. It's all a matter of tactic. Continue to update and communicate with the physicians, while acting appropriately. Do not let a nurse tell you their way is the only way to do things!!
7. Welcome to nursing. Maybe ICU nursing is not for you due to the schedule. The great and wonderful thing about the nursing world, is the vast amount of options and opportunities that are out there in regards to your wants and needs. (ergo.. no weekends, holiday, nights)
8. LOL.. this one slays me. Good luck with that endeavor. We take the good with the bad. The good keep you going, while the bad make you appreciate the good even more. Once again welcome to nursing.
I went straight to the ICU as a new grad. So I know it's tough. It's all about what you want out of nursing. I love the ICU for all it offers, we each have to make our own path.
I truly hope you don't judge the nursing world simply by what your first experiences are. If it's not for you, and your lifestyle Change the scenery.
Best of luck to you.2008-08-15T15:42:54.665+02:002008-08-15T15:42:54.665+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1579808&comment_id=30207181Great info my friend.
I like tStrong OneGreat info my friend.
I like the 120 rule. Keep it above 120 no matter how your working.
And the 180 minus the age is a great lil tool to use if your looking to gauge and monitor your intensity.
Great post.2008-08-11T18:03:21.279+02:002008-08-11T18:03:21.279+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1577394&comment_id=30192082Wow. No words can describe my Strong OneWow. No words can describe my admiration for you.
I can only imagine the sacrifice it has taken to get to that level.
(me bowing down to you)
YOU GO GIRL2008-08-11T01:08:54.251+02:002008-08-11T01:08:54.251+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1571796&comment_id=30141369OOH.. how I remember as a kid.AnonymousOOH.. how I remember as a kid. You'd see other athletes in highschool, or even college. And they see you are 'muscular'. The first words out of their mouth,"How much you bench?".
I always answered, " Uhm, I don't know?"
They gave that bewildered look. What do you mean you don't know? Everybody bench's?!
Apparently not everybody.
I have always loathed the benchpress, but do it out of necessity.
Great article.2008-08-08T23:42:26.619+02:002008-08-08T23:42:26.619+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1570765&comment_id=30130182A big hug for you my dear.Strong OneA big hug for you my dear.2008-08-08T17:55:17.409+02:002008-08-08T17:55:17.409+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1570675&comment_id=30129337Great points of interest.
And Strong OneGreat points of interest.
And then there's the soda most of us drink... whew.2008-08-08T17:24:10.846+02:002008-08-08T17:24:10.846+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1563040&comment_id=30062624You quoted one of my most favoAnonymousYou quoted one of my most favorite inspirational poems.
Thanks for the gut check.2008-08-06T17:25:17.285+02:002008-08-06T17:25:17.285+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1536791&comment_id=29132281I like the idea of gaining musStrong OneI like the idea of gaining muscle instead of saying losing weight. Very creative!
I can't say I agree with the measuring tape thang.
I like to measure my progress by how I feel, and how my body looks (to me).
:)2008-07-29T23:47:12.653+02:002008-07-29T23:47:12.653+02:00http://www.cocomment.com/sidebar?object=people&context=explore&mode=detail&id=2bestrong&conv=1361080&comment_id=29050711tap tap tap.... is this thing Strong Onetap tap tap.... is this thing working?2008-07-29T18:32:51.129+02:002008-07-29T18:32:51.129+02:00