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  1. any advice for sleeplessness with ALZ patient

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    My friend's mom is in the moderate phase of ALZ, progressing slowly but steadily. For the past few months, she has been exhibiting clear signs of sleep disturbances. Not so much in the way of...

  2. any advice for sleeplessness with ALZ patient

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Yes- the doctor did recommend melatonin. He also recommended seroquel. What I did not mention in the post was that in addition to the insomnia, she is masturbating almost all night. Aggressive,...

  3. New tests for IPN

    heynow1313 replied to gabby3's topic in Nurses Recovery

    they said it was a one time only? I feel like I've had more. I'll check my account. hmmm...the plot

  4. New tests for IPN

    heynow1313 replied to gabby3's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Ha ha ,neptune. that made me giggle. I've had an O test, maybe even 2 as of now. I'm not really concerned as to what it tests for. I skimmed through this post and, forgive me if I missed it, but...

  5. any advice for sleeplessness with ALZ patient

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Geriatric, LTC

    thanks for the responses so far. Of course the family is trying to avoid medication at all costs. While sundowning is likely occurring- my friend said they are pretty good at redirecting her and the...

  6. MRI's for dementia patient

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Private Duty

    I suppose the crux of the matter is that as a patient advocate, I do not want him to undergo unnecessary medical procedures or diagnostics to pacify his daughter. It's a compliated family dynamic....

  7. MRI's for dementia patient

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Private Duty

    Hi Everyone, Not sure if this post belongs here but I will pose the question and hopefully get some feedback: I'm a private care nurse of a dementia/ALZ patient. The patient's daughter is...

  8. MRI's for dementia patient

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Private Duty

    Hey, thanks for the input. Yes, I've done a lit search and have not seen anything regarding MRI's exacerbating dementia. At least directly. I'm wondering if the doctor is suggesting that that the...

  9. private interventionist

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Addictions

    I agree wholeheartedly. Thank you again for your recommendations. I pray all will work out it the

  10. private interventionist

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Addictions

    Hey everyone, I have a very close friend who confided in me that for pretty much as long as she can recall, her sister has been an alcoholic. She has kept this family secret but a recent event has...

  11. private interventionist

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Addictions

    Thank you for the reply. The sister will not see a psychiatrist; there have been other life events prior to this issue. She doesn't believe in therapy. Are you suggesting my friend see an...

  12. MRI's for dementia patient

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Neurological

    Hi Everyone, Not sure if this post belongs here but I will pose the question and hopefully get some feedback: I'm a private care nurse of a dementia/ALZ patient. The patient's daughter is...

  13. MRI's for dementia patient

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Geriatric, LTC

    Hi Everyone, Not sure if this post belongs here but I will pose the question and hopefully get some feedback: I'm a private care nurse of a dementia/ALZ patient. The patient's daughter is...

  14. IPN issues- 2015

    heynow1313 replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    There is a special place in h*ll for ----. Harsh to say but seriously... how this unethical man has managed to keep his medical license while we all fight to keep ours is a mystery to

  15. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 posted a topic in Psychiatric

    hello everyone, I graduated with my BSN in 2012. My first degree was a BA in psych. My nursing experience to date is limited to a private care pt with ALZ and part time urgent care work. I am...

  16. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    I'm in

  17. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Do RN's conduct (or participate) in groups such as living skills training, functional skills training, coping skills training, leisure skills training, social skills training, cognitive skills...

  18. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you, Meriwhen, for your advice. I'm so happy I posted my question- you all have been really encouraging and positive. it's helped me in great

  19. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    great advice. Helps to hear this from people who have walked the walk. Thank

  20. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    ohmygod when you put it that way-about my ALZ patient- you're totally right. I never looked at it like that but it's true. Thanks a lot for your advice. Totally appreciate it and am encouraged by

  21. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    thank you nurse

  22. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    WOW this is making me feel so much more hopeful. Much

  23. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    Thank you for the vote of confidence. I feel inspired after hearing you were hired as a new grad.

  24. new grad with a psych degree, but no experience

    heynow1313 replied to heynow1313's topic in Psychiatric

    thanks. I appreciate the sound

  25. IPN issues- 2015

    heynow1313 replied to NurseEmRN's topic in Nurses Recovery

    I am reading your story with tears in my eyes. So much empathy. I am in the FL IPN as well. I can relate to so many of your fears, frustrations, and wonder, too, if your addictionologist was the...