SamL

SamL has 5 years experience and specializes in Aged Care, Dementia, Mental Health.

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1. Need advice: Frequent falls of non compliant homebound pt with dementia

   SamL replied to autumnlea's topic in Safety

   Are you able to get her to sit in another chair than the wheelchair, which she is always slipping down and falling out of? Perhaps one that is deeper and she can't get out as easily. But maybe this would be seen as a restraint... Otherwise, maybe a...

2. I really need some advice ASAP

   SamL replied to jocelynlpn's topic in General Nursing

   I am struggling with the fact that this resident has no psyche issues and is doing this 'smearing' regularly. Has management not discussed his behaviour with him?? As a resident he also has an obligation to other people who reside in your facility. D...

3. medication to dry up breast milk?

   SamL replied to ashleyisawesome's topic in Ob/Gyn

   Not exactly sure but apparently something in it reduces swelling, improves blood flow to the breasts and has antibiotic properties. Personally, I thought it was just the cold as it was always a better relief just after applying and I was constantly c...

4. medication to dry up breast milk?

   SamL replied to ashleyisawesome's topic in Ob/Gyn

   I also have to recommend using Cabbage Leaves.. along with binding up the breasts or a really tight bra/top. I was never given the option of medication and wouldn't have taken it anyway. Just a personal choice. I couldn't breastfeed any of my 3 kidd...

5. Need advise LTC Facility

   SamL replied to jmnurse08's topic in Geriatric

   Dementia...... one major issue you will be up against. What to look for, behaviours and how to manage it. LTC is not negative, the nurses are good nurses and care. Many people don't understand the pressures of working in this environment. You may not...