teddycat1962 replied to madwife2002's topic in General Nursing
Study or not, there IS a definite behavior difference when there is a full moon. I work on a dementia floor and the residents act out much more during the full moon phase. They become more aggressive, physically and verbally. It makes me glad that...
teddycat1962 replied to Blackcat99's topic in Geriatric
As a med nurse in a ltc facility, no I don't check for allergies every time nor do I check for expiration dates. I was never even told this was something that I should be doing. Before they split the floor up I used to pass meds to 40 residents. Y...
teddycat1962 replied to General E. Speaking, RN's topic in Relations
You forgot to mention the fact that when they pop the last pill out of the med card, it would be nice if they would get a new one out of the "extras" drawer and put it with the patient's other meds. Also, when you see that the pt is low on a med, PE...
teddycat1962 replied to All4NursingRN's topic in HIPAA
I think it's a good idea, as long as it didn't have the pt's full name and other PHI on it. Just be careful about leaving it around. In other words, guard that info with your life. If, for some reason, you were called into court the "I don't recal...