J.Adderton BSN, MSN

Clinical Leadership, Staff Development, Education

Experienced nurse specializing in clinical leadership, staff development and nursing education.

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    4 Types of Difficult Patients and Tips for Dealing With Them

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Good tip! Clingy hard for me too and I wish I was better about setting time
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    5 Signs You Have Vitamin D Deficiency | Knowledge Brush-Up

    J.Adderton posted a topic in General Nursing

    Spending a little time outdoors may be just what your body needs. When our skin is exposed sunlight, our bodies get busy making vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin. This hormone plays an important part in...
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    5 Signs You Have Vitamin D Deficiency | Knowledge Brush-Up

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing the 2 extra factors! You have the perfect plan- lay in sun and
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    Paid for Mandatory Online Learning from Home?

    J.Adderton posted a topic in General Nursing

    I am just curious- Does your employer pay you to complete mandatory online learning from home? If they do pay for at home completion, is it full time and prn staff or just prn staff? I have...
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    (risk for) impaired gas exchange?

    J.Adderton replied to NuggetsHuman's topic in Nursing Student Assistance

    I think this is a very appropriate diagnosis because 1) presents of advanced stage 4 lung ca and 2) history of smoking It is likely with stage 4 lung cancer patient is already experiencing shortness...
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    Paid for Mandatory Online Learning from Home?

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for feedback- very
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    FLORIDA - Self Reporting to BON

    J.Adderton replied to nycmoon's topic in Nurses Recovery

    After I self reported, it was several weeks before I received a certified letter rom the board. The letter stated I was to cease working upon notification (I was already in rehab). My status online...
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    Stupid mistake when being observed

    J.Adderton replied to Zippy83's topic in General Nursing

    If pt was in hospital, you could just send someone to supply closet... you just had to go a little further. I think you would really be in trouble if you didn't notice the missing stat-lock or reused...
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    How Robocalls Are Threatening a New Health Crisis

    J.Adderton posted a topic in Nursing News

    The onslaught of robocalls to our personal cell phones can be overwhelming. However, it is nothing less than chaotic when a phone system communicating critical health information is bombarded with...
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    How Robocalls Are Threatening a New Health Crisis

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in Nursing News

    Both are good examples, thanks for sharing. Both demonstrate the malicious intent of these
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    New York Nurse Steals Narcotics from Cancer Patients

    J.Adderton replied to Melissa Mills's topic in Nursing News

    I am alarmed other "safeguards" were missed. A nurse diverting medications on 81 patients (most likely more) over a 6 month leads to additional questions: 1. Did the nurse have altered behavior or...
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    Chemical Castration Condition for Parole in Alabama

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in Nursing News

    Yes, that is a common debate point- what if cost exceeds ability to pay for
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    They Like The Nurse, But Love The Nursing Assistant

    J.Adderton posted a topic in General Nursing

    The 42nd annual National Nursing Assistants Week provides an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the tremendous contribution of this devoted group. Every day, nursing assistants create a community...
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    The Murky Waters of Nursing Insubordination

    J.Adderton posted a topic in Nursing Professionalism

    Insubordination can result in serious disciplinary action by employers and licensing boards. The unique characteristics of nursing may be a prelude to insubordinate actions and behaviors. This...
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    The Murky Waters of Nursing Insubordination

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    If the act of insubordination resulted in patient consequences. For example, refusing to call report on a patient you had been caring for. Refusing a reasonable physician order to administer...
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    They Like The Nurse, But Love The Nursing Assistant

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    I think this is a frequently experienced across healthcare. Thanks for
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    They Like The Nurse, But Love The Nursing Assistant

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    There was very little research surrounding CNAs and pay, it was very eye opening. It does have me thinking what I could do to advocate for additional
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    Roadkill Cuisine Perks and Pitfalls

    J.Adderton posted a topic in General Nursing

    I have never seriously considered “roadkill” as a legitimate food source. Typically, I associated roadkill with the punchline of a very corny joke. Recently, I read an article highlighting...
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    The Healthy Side of Disgust

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Too funny! I don't know why but.... drainage in certain collection systems- wound vac, wall suction, drains ect are rough for
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    Roadkill Cuisine Perks and Pitfalls

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    This would have been a catchy title for this
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    Overwhelmed

    J.Adderton replied to Goodlife29's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I remind myself to "stay in the moment" and not think about all of the what if's. I also tell myself- all I have to do is make it through this hour, day
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    Roadkill Cuisine Perks and Pitfalls

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Yes, the risk of motor vehicle accident increases when people try to avoid hitting dead
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    Roadkill Cuisine Perks and Pitfalls

    J.Adderton replied to J.Adderton's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks for sharing your experience. So
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    Is Concierge Medicine Elusive for Most?

    J.Adderton posted a topic in General Nursing

    Concierge medicine, also referred to as retainer, boutique, platinum and membership medicine, has gained momentum over the last 5-10 years. There are different models with the same basic concept…....
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    Ramp in NJ

    J.Adderton replied to Siciliyisbest's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I have not experienced this, but I would think the level detected in the pEth test will be considered. It may help if the level matched up with your admission of last drink a month ago. Would expect...