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  1. FMC - taking pillows out of all units?

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    In all due respect again..... it might be gross .. and bringing pillows from home is bringing into the unit more infectious agents... using pillows that are disinfected after each use ,,, then w/ a...

  2. foot stools, foot rests on dialysis chairs

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I seem so unhappy at incenter hemo????????????????????????? I am advocating for patients (not a patient) who are strapped to chairs who have valid concerns..... So a few patients fall and all have to...

  3. foot stools, foot rests on dialysis chairs

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Am not sure but I think you are under the impression that I am a patient???? I am an advocate for patients .. and many patients complain about 'real' concerns......and, believe me there are real...

  4. foot stools, foot rests on dialysis chairs

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Or, maybe they should find out what the cause was and re-educate all staff... why should patients be uncomfortable without proper body positioning if there is no stool to rest their legs on.. what...

  5. FMC - taking pillows out of all units?

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    So much for having the patient be comfortable. If the patient has a pillow, from the unit, with a plastic covering that is cleaned/disinfected between patients then has a disposable cover on it that...

  6. They must think we are stupid...

    anurseadvocate replied to HDNurse's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I have a few things to say. First to imply that all patients have gotten themself into this situation is wrong and as professionals we should know that some patients have taken very good care of...

  7. They must think we are stupid...

    anurseadvocate replied to HDNurse's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Wow, I hope you were not serious with your last statement.... First 25 lbs. Did you check your scale for calibration? Was she wearing different clothes than usual e.g. heavier? Is she urinating...

  8. Potassium in Dialysate

    anurseadvocate replied to ram_8582's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I don't know the answer to this question, but I would suggest that you communicate with your facility manager and get appropriate training in this area because, as you are aware, K+ has alot to do...

  9. foot stools, foot rests on dialysis chairs

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Personally I find this offensive. Corporate should understand that there is just as much liability in NOT having foot stools as there is in having them. If staff are not present and helping patients...

  10. foot stools, foot rests on dialysis chairs

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    I wish someone would tell FMC Corporate that it is more dangerous NOT to have these foot stool than to have them. Just because there was one bad outcome? Does that mean each time there is a 'bad...

  11. foot stools, foot rests on dialysis chairs

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    What state are you

  12. Room Temperature

    anurseadvocate replied to Mother Goose's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    i contacted the cdc a while back when i heard a nurse say that the room temperature needed to be cold to inhibit the growth of bacteria.. the response was no... that is just not true and i do not...

  13. Room Temperature

    anurseadvocate replied to Mother Goose's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    It would be nice is all FMC units had heated

  14. Room Temperature

    anurseadvocate replied to Mother Goose's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The new revised regulations address room temperature and to recall state that there should basically be a happy medium between that which is comfortable for patients and staff. I do not recall seeing...

  15. CLINIC MANAGER PAY-Fresenius

    anurseadvocate replied to thanson809's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The adminstrators need to be visible on the unit and patients need to be familiar with this person .. also, having an open-door policy for patients who have concerns about care is most important. It...

  16. CLINIC MANAGER PAY-Fresenius

    anurseadvocate replied to thanson809's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    and what about your state surveys? When was the last one? What were the deficiencies? You can not judge patient satisfaction or how good a unit is just by the labs alone.. that is the

  17. PCT Training is being phased out....Bummer!

    anurseadvocate replied to caligirl2's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Agree with Lacie, there is no way that a CNA is anything similar to a dialysis technician,, like apples and hot dogs. The only benefit of a new tech being a CNA would be a familiarity with vital...

  18. Dialysis machine

    anurseadvocate replied to kariaini's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Have you contacted the major providers here in the US e.g. Fresenius or Davita? They have centers all over the world, perhaps this might be of help if they would donate, but they are more into profit....

  19. Satellite Healthcare

    anurseadvocate replied to tinderbox's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    You can also ask if they can provide a copy of the 'plan of correction'. sometimes when you request the F2567 (survey) the POC (Plan of Correction) is included other times not. The state also can give...

  20. Satellite Healthcare

    anurseadvocate replied to tinderbox's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    If you want to know about it just call the state survey agency - in Calif it is the CDPH - Division of Licensing and Certification. You can obtain a copy of their latest survey. This way you can get...

  21. PCT Training is being phased out....Bummer!

    anurseadvocate replied to caligirl2's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    According to the Conditions a dialysis technician is only required to have a high school diploma .. there is NOTHING that says a requirement is to have a CNA certification. This might be a facility...

  22. Patient Satisfaction Surveys

    anurseadvocate replied to anurseadvocate's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    From what you are saying this method of dispursing patient satisfaction surveys, imho, is not truly valid. In order to these surveys to be valid (think about if you were the patient).. the following...

  23. Patient Satisfaction Surveys

    anurseadvocate posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Hello All: I was wondering if you could answer the following --- What is your facility's process for 'patient satisfaction' surveys. Does your facility give to patient for completion then expect...

  24. Fresenius as an employer?

    anurseadvocate replied to bill4745's topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    The COnditions state regulations for RNs and it is pretty scarey, as far as I am concerned, to have a NEW RN be put on the floor even with training being given. There are so many things that can...

  25. CMS releases new proposed Prospective Payment System

    anurseadvocate posted a topic in Dialysis, Renal, Urology

    Hello All: I was wondering what you thoughts were on the new proposed Prospective Payment System for dialysis faclities. There is much to be concerned about and after listening to the open-door forum...