hillarypeace2006

hillarypeace2006

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  1. Obama's health plan takes shape

    hillarypeace2006 replied to blue note's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Nowhere did I suggest that further education would not be appropriate, however, I would say that a seasoned practicing RN's assessment skills are as proficient (many times better than) newly...

  2. Obama's health plan takes shape

    hillarypeace2006 replied to blue note's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    With proper lobbying form nursing organizations, instead of worrying about getting 30-40 bucks per hour they could be championing for 60-70, why? If there is to be an overall cost reduction, wellness...

  3. Obama's health plan takes shape

    hillarypeace2006 replied to blue note's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    thank you for sharing your story. these kind of triumphs and getting a helping hand when one gets kicked down is what makes me love this country. who are we if we can't take care of our people? even...

  4. Obama's health plan takes shape

    hillarypeace2006 replied to blue note's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Question, who do you believe pays for the choices of this underage uninsured person now? We do, in a roundabout ineffecient manner. Most 14 year olds I know do know how to disrobe, but how to find low...

  5. Student nurse gives out number to patient !

    hillarypeace2006 replied to NurseLoveJoy88's topic in General Nursing

    As a student, I have to say that maintaining boundaries is very important, however, I think use of judgement is key in deciding whether or not to exchange details with someone. In every instance that...

  6. Obama's health plan takes shape

    hillarypeace2006 replied to blue note's topic in Activism, Healthcare

  7. Obama's health plan takes shape

    hillarypeace2006 replied to blue note's topic in Activism, Healthcare

  8. Best shoes for swollen ankles and feet??

    hillarypeace2006 replied to csweetooth's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I swear, since I have began school, I have purchased, dansko clogs, nursemates shoes, SAS shoes and none of them worked. I have somewhat flat feet, but experience the worst swelling post clinicals. I...

  9. Hrsa 08-09 Nursing Scholarship

    hillarypeace2006 replied to geteducated123's topic in General Students

    Was wondering if anyone received their may stipend. It seems like it came early last two months? Just

  10. Why do you believe what you believe, concerning your position on health care?

    hillarypeace2006 replied to GCTMT's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well said Lindarn...common sense from the pac northwest. Happiness is indeed a great difficulty when you are being faced with a treatable illness that you cannot afford to

  11. Why do you believe what you believe, concerning your position on health care?

    hillarypeace2006 replied to GCTMT's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I think our generation just does. Many of us have watched our parents on a slow decline and watched them face near financial

  12. Start nursing school with a newborn at home?

    hillarypeace2006 replied to nurse2B444's topic in General Nursing

    Even in the best of circumstances the rigors of nursing school, not to mention an accelerated track will result in sacrifice. I cannot emphasize too much how differently your feelings are after...

  13. Obama's Health Care plan. Is it a stepping stone to H.R 676, or a road to nowhere?

    hillarypeace2006 replied to GCTMT's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Well if the demographic argument is where you want to draw a distinction, you should look at German which has a higher overall population and yes Austria is about the same size as Maine so difficult...

  14. Obama's Health Care plan. Is it a stepping stone to H.R 676, or a road to nowhere?

    hillarypeace2006 replied to GCTMT's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    When I lived under a UHC system in Europe, I paid for a private policy as a supplement so I could have a private doctor. It was approximately 30-45 us dollars for 6 mos of coverage. But as Bluehair...

  15. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Thanks for the information. Americans are quite litigious not so much out of greed but because of the corporate structure of 95% of what we do in our everyday lives. Accountability is a real issue...

  16. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    From my own personal experience with National Healthcare in Austria, I encountered an OB who I felt was less than competent and it was well known, however, he was never asked to step down from his...

  17. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Ya know, one concern about UHC structuring would be the inability to sue and get legal remedy from the government. An argument I've yet to see posed, but one worth examining is the fact that if...

  18. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Ok, as I said earlier, I think that people should be encourage to assist in maintaining wellness, however, if you bar smoking, then shall we bar people with certain occupations that expose them to...

  19. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I think you need to research your first assertion. Medicare is one of the most sucessful single payor govt provided healthcare systems in the world. It is the essence of what a UHC system would be in...

  20. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    You might be interested to know that countries that have UHC have earlier interventions and address precursors to disease and illness, yet we address acute illness which is much more costly and...

  21. How about a thread for baby names you liked?

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Marie_LPN, RN's topic in Ob/Gyn

    Your picks are definitely better. I think first child mom picks full. Second baby dad picks middle. Thats how we did it and our son came out with two middle

  22. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    I decline to get into these rudimentary arguments about what system is better. I think that we have a rather unique opportunity to insure everyone so that everyone has access and build a system by...

  23. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    What's wrong with exporting, I believe Denmark does this well. When someone there gets a rare type of cancer the govt finances their trip & treatment to MD Anderson or Memorial Sloan Kettering....

  24. I am watching Michael Moore's "Sicko" for the first time....

    hillarypeace2006 replied to Valerie Salva's topic in Activism, Healthcare

    Wow, what a lively topic.. I myself am very hopeful for UHC, we will not have a single payor system like most European countries have which is a shame. I had the pleasure to utilize a single payor...

  25. Cultural and Ethinic Considerations in Nursing

    hillarypeace2006 replied to txwildflower57's topic in General Nursing

    Kudos to the OP. I think if we are working on a goal... which is usually for compliance, holistic wellness, being culturally adept can foster more desirable outcomes. Any nurse who is not interested...