Donna Maheady

Donna Maheady

Pediatrics, developmental disabilities

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  1. Studying with Hearing Loss and worse yet Chronic Tinnitus

    Donna Maheady replied to NurseMelchi's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Have you visited the Office of Students with Disabilities at your school? Such an important first step. They can help guide

  2. Who Let the Dogs Out in Nursing?

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    What a beautiful story. Thanks so much for sharing. Loved the story about the man who wanted to be woken up by a dog again....oh the little things that mean so

  3. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    This is so, so

  4. Disgusting Icky Stickies: Nurse Protect Yourself

    Donna Maheady replied to Jacqueline.Damm's topic in General Nursing

    Great article! Such an important topic...we need constant reminders. Using humor is very effective! Loved

  5. 9 Newbie Nurse Mistakes to Avoid

    Donna Maheady replied to Nurse Beth's topic in First Year After Licensure

    Beth, This is such an important article/discussion. We were all newbies at one time....and all make mistakes. That's how we learn! Great

  6. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for

  7. Autism Nursing?

    Donna Maheady replied to akcw1981's topic in Developmental Disabilities

    At the undergraduate level, I haven't seen any programs. But that may change... given the sky rocketing numbers and need for care.Drexel University offers and online certficate program for nurses. It...

  8. Who Let the Dogs Out in Nursing?

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    You are preaching to the choir! Thanks for

  9. Who Let the Dogs Out in Nursing?

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Evidence! It works! So, what can you do to get more regular visits? Is there a group in your area? Perhaps..put a blurb in your hospital newsletter. Who knows a great dog could be sleeping on the...

  10. Deaf and pregnant: Live sign language interpreter or video conference for childbirth?

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in Ob/Gyn

    These situations are very complicated to say the least. Thanks for

  11. Who Let the Dogs Out in Nursing?

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Love it!!!! Keep bringing in the friends of the

  12. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Amen!

  13. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Thanks Beth...one of the reasons I am public about this....it can be very

  14. ICU By Default? A Parish Nurse Asks the Question

    Donna Maheady replied to jeastridge's topic in Parish

    Wonderful article...thank so much for sharing. I am so glad you were there for this patient and family. Thank you for the work you

  15. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    How old is she? We had a much easier time when my daughter was younger...no meds..no papoose. Things got progressively worse when we had to move into adult

  16. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Correct!

  17. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Ummmm not sure what to say! But I do know that 3 is not too young for

  18. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Your post speaks to how diverse folks on the spectrum can be in term of abilities ....but the challenges remain the

  19. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    I feel your

  20. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    You have no idea how much this post helped me....Lauren has no cavities...regular visits, no sugary foods, daily brushing.... my efforts have paid off... So sorry for the young man you took to the...

  21. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Been there and done that! I heard the same thing...you are a nurse...you expect too

  22. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    What a wonderful thing to say...thank

  23. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you so much for sharing your "lived experience". Autism screams!!! I Love

  24. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    You are so right!! We could write books...but who has time...and who would read the books? Autism parents don't have time to read....we are way too busy getting through the next day, meal, car ride,...

  25. Should autism parenting be an Olympic event? A trip to the dentist

    Donna Maheady replied to Donna Maheady's topic in General Nursing

    I feel your pain. What can we do? Wear banners? Only kidding....but I struggle with the