ClearBlueOctoberSky

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1. Can’t a nurse be fired?

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Barbara Fouch Lentz's topic in General Nursing

   The issue comes from the State. Because of the abuse laws that have been enacted, this is most likely considered a Self-Reportable Incident. If substantiated, the Nursing Home can receive an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) State or Federal tag in Professiona...

2. How would you react? Body odor discussion.

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Nurse-rachet1's topic in General Nursing

   In Skilled Rehab and in long term care, if State inspectors come in, smell offensive odors, or notice a Resident that has bad body odor, the facility could be tagged on dignity and in providing adequate care to the Resident. I've known some who try t...

3. We are human too

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to IdrilRN's topic in Geriatric

   I currently work LTC/Memory Care. I get told "I love you" all the time, in which I reply "Aw. I love you too." There is no feeling behind the sentiment, it is a validation statement made for that resident. I also get kissed...usually after I have be...

4. When Your Doctor Doesn't Listen

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

   Paying for Medicare! Yes. My mom has Tricare, and is still required to carry Medicare B, which I pay for to the tune of over 400 for three months. I also struggle with the Dr/patient relationships for her appointments. If we see her regular NP, it is...

5. questioning state reporting regulations

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to LPN9200's topic in Geriatric

   I work in our secured neighborhood for Dementia, and we don't report every RTRA. For it to be reportable, the Resident has to demonstrate understanding of the incident and there has to be significant injury. I'm in Colorado, so even though our standa...

6. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

   I'm sorry you misconstrued the true meaning of my post, and I wasn't very clear with that, and offended you. I understand about trying to keep ahead. Although I don't have children, I do care for an ailing parent at home, on my own. Last semester...

7. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

   I love Melba toast. It is actually very light and crisp. Yummy with Jalapeno jam and cream cheese!

8. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

   Don't slack on the re-take. I did that last semester with A&P 1. In the end I pulled it together, but still...it's my bad thinking that since it is my umpteenth time taking A&P, it would be my easiest class. I'm such a dunce.

9. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

   ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

   Thank you. I don't have children, and now I might have to go buy some to try.

10. ixchel's 8/15 This Week I Have Learned...

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Farawyn's topic in General Nursing

    I think I'm in withdrawal from working. Going from working 50 to 60 hours a week as a Nurse manager back to part-time floor nurse has left me feeling discombobulated and feeling I don't know what to do with the extra time off. I'll be glad when sc...

11. Does this make a bad nurse/aide?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to Rocktheman's topic in Career Support

    Yeah, that happens sometimes. I wouldn't feel bad, for it isn't a TERRIBLE mistake. The nurse probable should have asked what you needed it for, and then dolloped some out into a medicine cup, or given you the individual packets. My concern is th...

12. This week, I have learned... (8/8)

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to ixchel's topic in General Nursing

    Ixchel, There are those of use who try very, very hard to NOT send out our Dementia patients; because of everything you mentioned. It is heartbreaking to be suspected of abuse because your Dementia patient who fell and has a knot on their forehead i...

13. Worst/silliest/are you serious pt complaint you've received?

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to odaat's topic in Relations

    Hmm, I have made Dill Pickle Soup with vegetables. Tasty. ETA in response to the complaint of the "vegebal" soup. Sorry.

14. Nervous Patients

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to FragOut's topic in Operating Room

    I'm one of those patients. Honestly, no matter what you say to me, isn't going to matter, and I don't really hear half of what you are saying. I am so worked up in my head, even though I know and admit my fear is irrational. I also tend to get rea...

15. Got surprised at work yesterday.

    ClearBlueOctoberSky replied to mmc51264's topic in General Nursing

    Yay!