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1. Frequent dressing change and use of tape

   NMRN2017 replied to Milkchoco's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   Tape is often a necessary evil. If skin is intact, not fragile and no allergies to tape are seen, then yes, minimal tape is often necessary. Just use caution when removing it so as not to damage...

2. Stage II Pressure Ulcer Coccyx on Bed-Bound Patient

   NMRN2017 replied to Carlene85's topic in Wound, Ostomy, Continence

   I agree, it sounds like it is staying too wet. Is he on a regular mattress? An air type matees may help relieve pressure if he won't remain off of the back. Good

3. Thinking about correctional nursing

   NMRN2017 replied to Deasterly's topic in Correctional

   I worked in correctional nursing for 3 years, majority of the time at an all men's prison, although I did a few shifts at a Women's prison as well. In a lot of ways it was like "nursing in a bar"....