putterfly74

I for some reason cannot open pdf files, my computer dosen,t download adobe either, and sites with nonpdf file forms to find protocols?

I feel that psych nursing can be physically demanding and emotionally demanding. It seems in our area outside of Pittsburg PA Psych nurses d o not get the respect that they deserve. Medical nurses don't want to deal with the Psych patients..that is a disappointment as it goes against why I became a nurse Putterfly74:confused:

I have worked 12 hr shifts for 12 years. Some days i get burnout but that can happen in the first 8 hrs!. The days off are worth it. putterfly74:saint:

The cows scale is located on the ASAM web site . It looks at VS, tearing and nasal congestion chills myalgia,arthalgia,nausea. The systems are rated by numbers and then you can make a decision if medication is required. Axiety is also assessed. Good luck

We also use a CIWA for ETOH patient and the COWS for opiates. We are working on a more uniform scoring for PRN meds. Does anyone know of any other forms or information. A step by step non chemical interventions rather than prns for low scores? Thanks putterfly74

Hi there. We haven't seen alot of meth yet. We deal with heroin and oyxcontin. Hashish is emtional daddicting but not a physical withdrawl unless it is cut with something. Keep me posted on how things are going putterfly

Hi everyone. I did take a course on Parish Nursing. i am taking a different slant and using it to develope a formal comminity outreach program. We do a monthly outreach. this month is our Shop n Share. We will deliver soup and offer prayer with our sick, elderly or community people referred to us and while we are ther look for other needs. We know there is always a need for serving. Any ideas would be appreciated.Putterfly

Hi there. Iwork on ahosp based detox. There is not alot out there. I found a new site. Look under drug and alcohol certification. Alot of study materials to be found. putterfly74:rotfl:

Hello everyone. I am new to the site . I am an RN Iwork in a hpspital detox and rehab unit, I also help on Psych and Med Surg. I am looking forward to getting to know everyone. I am christian and married. I have grown kids. I am49. Love to golf. Hello one and all:)