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    improerly disposed needle got me!

    sanakruz replied to sanakruz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes susquatch- i'm out of there, before I could really bond with some of the residents.I talked to the supervisor today-(not the snotty interim DON) and she is putting in her notice tomorrow- Too bad...
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    improerly disposed needle got me!

    sanakruz replied to sanakruz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Gooey- baseline bloodwork was done at the first er visit. I have to be tested again in 3 months I do want to resign!I doubt the patient would cop to anything for fear of being asked to leave ;she...
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    Advice about California DESPERATELY Needed

    sanakruz replied to slapsilly's topic in Travel

    Oakland is actually a great city. Dont know too much about the hospital itself. It's no more safe or unsafe than any BIG city- There are parts of Palo Alto tislots of gang activity anyway there's Jack...
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    improerly disposed needle got me!

    sanakruz replied to sanakruz's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    yes this is LTC and I am full-time but I only worked maybe 10 shifts there before this happened. My previous job still has my position open and will be thrilled to take me back, but I m tweeking- I...
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    "Proper" staffing for subacute unit?

    sanakruz replied to Town & Country's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    I think your "hell on earth " instinct is right All you need is for 1 person to change for the worse and all your patients will suffer-Not to mention the paperwork, especially if it's a "corporate...
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    CNA is a cutter

    sanakruz replied to lovingtheunloved's topic in Psychiatric

    Someone that self- inflicted a wound requiring 23 stitches is indeed a danger to themself. Tho not a bad person, and not necessarily BPD. Not knowing all the details of this person' s lifestyle, I'll...
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    Female physician killed by female psych pt.

    sanakruz posted a topic in Psychiatric

    2 links about in- pt psych. http://www.bayarea.com/mld/mercurynews/news/local/7326077.htm And on to another concern about miscommunication(older)...
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    Need advise from experienced psych nurses

    sanakruz replied to BadBird's topic in Psychiatric

    Bad bird- here in CALIF a parent can have their child placed on informal probation through the juvenile justice system. If she is running away, truant, and otherwise defiant with set limits, a...
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    We love Jnette!

    sanakruz replied to ChicagolandRN's topic in General Nursing

    OH YES YES
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    Psych Nursing and Psychotherapy Practice

    sanakruz replied to littlebitt's topic in Psychiatric

    littlebitt- licensing requirements vary from state to state. If you have a 4 year degree I'm guessing that you will be required to take classes toward a masters in sw, which in calif is the minimum...
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    pLEASE aDVIZE ME

    sanakruz posted a topic in General Nursing

    Please help me, fellow nurses, I'm having an ethical dilemma. I work for a government entity. We have an administrator with no clinical background; on top of that he has an apparent character...
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    pLEASE aDVIZE ME

    sanakruz replied to sanakruz's topic in General Nursing

    Well, the only advice I'm getting is to QUIT. How is that going to stop this incompetent case manager? How will this help my patients? How will this help my co workers on the front lines? I dont see...
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    Post traumatic stress

    sanakruz replied to lsyorke's topic in Psychiatric

    Sounds like a positive outcome and I'm glad to hear
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    "Regular" psych vs. geriatric psych?

    sanakruz replied to Hacamila's topic in Psychiatric

    I always get a thrill when someone can keep their sense of humor when the odds are against
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    Dating Schizophrenia

    sanakruz replied to Gatsby's topic in Psychiatric

    It would help her to be in a recovery group. http://www.SAnonymous.org As I have often said here, some of the most unique, creative and endearing individuals I have ever met carried this
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    Bad Girl books by Cameron Tuttle

    sanakruz replied to sprtbikegrlsv65's topic in Nursing Humor

    Very good, I needed that, thanx I had a bad friend that once peed right on the dance floor in a crowded club cuz she couldnt get to the bathroom. The club was the CATALYST in Santa Cruz, and the...
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    Post-Holiday Special! 50% Off Admission for Addicts!

    sanakruz replied to VivaLasViejas's topic in General Nursing

    Oh I totally disagreee. Heroin steals your soul and does so quick and insidiously. And its horrible to watch from the sidelines. The individuals with the poor judgement you describe are choosing...
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    Post traumatic stress

    sanakruz replied to lsyorke's topic in Psychiatric

    TRY
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    Natural alt. to adderall

    sanakruz replied to foreverhope's topic in Psychiatric

    Cant get that link Andre. This does interest me. Therapy helps without a doubt, but this is a real illness and without tx (meds) it will
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    Ridolin needed?

    sanakruz replied to sherrob's topic in Psychiatric

    Ditto, Panda, although it MAY be over prescribed I have seen people demand it, even for a 3 year old. A child with impaired school functioning would need further assessment-but this would be a good...
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    Kids and violent computer games

    sanakruz replied to MrsWampthang's topic in Psychiatric

    I can tell you with much confidence that anecdotal info from my practice shows children experience nightmares from playing these games. I will not allow a system in my home, which is an unpopular...
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    newbie

    sanakruz replied to iliang's topic in Psychiatric

    PHILLIPINES!!!! (no wonder your English is so
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    newbie

    sanakruz replied to iliang's topic in Psychiatric

    Stick around here , You'll get the picture!: D
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    Post traumatic stress

    sanakruz replied to lsyorke's topic in Psychiatric

    I will research sites for you. I strongly recommend you take your son to a therapist. His symptoms can become
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    Advice Please

    sanakruz replied to TraumaQueen's topic in Psychiatric

    If it's not treated it wil progress and be FATAL. Dont rescue him, as hard as that might be. alanon is good but ADA (adult children of alcoholics) is better. An intervention is called for.You may be...