I have experienced this environment and it is sad to say that it can be mind bothering, and mentally draining to you and your family. It is a dilema as to turning them in and facing the consequences of thier reaction or quitting your dream job and mo...
dutches2007 replied to NurseBatzy's topic in General Nursing
brandy1017 , some facilities permit you to press charges if "these violent mentally ill come in with medical problems, abuse and threaten and at times injure with malice staff". that way you can have some extent of peace and serenity to do yo...
dutches2007 replied to GitanoRN's topic in Relations
thanks asystole rn . a very thought provoking story. after working in a forensic psych for five years, i have learned to stay neutral and not judge. by doing so, you are able to provide the maximum quality care to both parties. after all, our role is...
"There HAS to be a psych component that hasn't been diagnosed in him yet!" This is exactly what I believe it is. He seem to be a med seeker, attention seeker, and possibly a sociopath from a psych perspective. This behavior could as well be documente...
The MD eventually realized he was wrong in asking you to do something out of your scope of practice (assuming you are an LVN). Possibly decided to get rid of you due to his arogance and inability to accept that what he requested was wrong. This is wh...
dutches2007 replied to brokenroads27's topic in Relations
In as much as you do all these said, I will suggest you pray over her in your closet. Prayer moves mountains and does what is humanly impossible. Bear in mind that even if she gets out of your way, another challenge will always present itself. Thus, ...