One of things that happen in nursing is we tend to take on our patient and family emotions and problems internally. There is a term for this and I can t remember. Combine this emotional stuff and our...
Try exercise and some dietary changes also. These meds will pak on the pounds and give you lo sexual libido Seeing a naturopath helps . Some amino acids work well with
You should go for counseling as the Lexapro has side effects. It will reduce your sexual libido , weight gain . So now that you are in better chemical balance it is time to start dealing with the...
CAn be that he is not toilet trained. He may have some neuro deficit and not feel the urge to go until it is too late. He may be anxious at school . Be nice to interview the parents. There can be...
You are a brave person to work corrections and I applaud you for that. I think if that makes you happy go for it. You will get some very solid experience and will be making critical decisions just as...
44 years ago when I graduated from a 3 years nursing program things were not that easy procuring a nursing position. Yes folks 44 years ago. I was broke and living with my parents after graduation. No...
My doctor's office has 2 very obese medical assistances. She praises their work and their professionalism . They are are their feet most of the day, schedule appointments, draw blood etc. I applaud...
I hope that this NM does not abuse her power. It is very easy to use Bullying as a pretext to fire someone that this NM may have other reasons. I would watch my back with this manager until she gains...
I think you are just sharing what is in your heart. No matter what our background it is what in our hearts that count and that we practise nursing ethically. Enjoy your nursing career.
paddlelady replied to astig_matic's topic in Retired Nurses
I remembered the clysis well. I too was afraid that the needle would fall out. The patients(now clients) would pull them out ! Oh Ice Cream and popsicles are good rememdies and yes most likely can...
Perhaps if you have time you should volunteer at a homeless shelter. Collect some blankets and deliver them to the homeless, join a program that will give you fulfillment. You can tutor homeless...
paddlelady replied to Keepstanding's topic in Retired Nurses
I wanted to say a few things about telephonic case management. I worked in that field and loved it. However, I had an employer that would listen in on the conversations to see how you were handing...
paddlelady replied to Keepstanding's topic in Retired Nurses
I am glad that I am retired. However, I miss my paychecks. I seem to have hobbies that are expensive. For instance, traveling even small local trips, riding my motorcycle, playing guitar, knitting...
paddlelady replied to Keepstanding's topic in Retired Nurses
Hi Isabelle, Sounds like you are ready in your body, mind and soul to retire. I retired @ 62. I was a nurse for 42 years and my body and mind just gave out on me. I love being retired and do massage...
It's never really over. Guess what whatever you learned on that test you might actually use in nursing. But the stress of the test is over. Whew I am glad those days are