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  1. CPAP Pt

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    Yes, it does have a humidifier and the RT said everything was

  2. CPAP Pt

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    I have a 2yo pt who is uncooperative with their Cpap mask. I've changed the mask, have tried getting pt to hold mask, play with with while off to get them use to it and for a while pt was wearing it...

  3. CPAP Pt

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    Thank you for the

  4. CPAP Pt

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    I will speak with the parent tonight on getting a order for the Dr. I sent a message to the manager and I'm still waiting on a reply/call

  5. **venting**

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    I just got off the phone with the HH agency I work for as PDN. I was asked what shift did I want to work now that my FT is switching agency...?!?!. I had no idea my pt was switching, so I asked when...

  6. **venting**

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    I actually thought it would be a good idea if he stayed home with the kids. I've always worked ft and on my own I can support the family. I wish I could stay home with our kids but financially it was...

  7. **venting**

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    I don't understand why they didn't give me any notice. The Schedular was surprised that I had no idea. She said I can't believe the parent didn't mention it, but then again I can't believe the agency...

  8. **venting**

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    Right, that's what I think. If my pt gets hurt or I get hurt then I could lose my license and who knows when I'd be able to

  9. Calf pain

    bdbrdb posted a topic in General Nursing

    I work 10 hr shifts as a PDN. Two months ago I switched cases and started working night shift 5 days a week. Since then my left calf has been hurting, it's a constant throbbing regardless if I'm...

  10. Med Adm

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    I have a 9 year old patient who refuses to take his liquid and pill form meds. He spits them out and vomits when they are given. He'll refuse saying they make him sick. I've made his mom aware of this...

  11. Med Adm

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    He complains about the taste. Just the thought of taking his meds makes him gag. That's why I try applesauce, yogurt, pudding. Sometimes he does fine and swallows his meds without any complaints and...

  12. Very trying peds pt

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    I work PDN for a 9yo pt, I've been with him for almost 2 yrs. some days are good and others are very trying. My pt becomes upset with his parent when he's told its bed time, I'll try to assist him to...

  13. Annual evaluation

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    This will be my first annual eval with this company. I work for a home health agency and do PDN. Could anyone tell me what exactly happens? Before this I worked at a nursing home and did get an eval...

  14. Receiving report

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    I've been working with a HH agency as PDN for over a year now with the same pt's. My night shift pt at first mom would give me reports and keep me up to date on what was going on being I only work...

  15. Receiving report

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    I do try reading other nurses notes but I know at 6am mom wakes up signs your paper and doesn't want to give you time to place it in his binder. I try placing it as fast as I can being that I'm only...

  16. Receiving report

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    In October he had back surgery and I had no idea he even had that scheduled. I went in for vague report from mom during my assessment I saw his back bandaged up and my pt told me he had surgery...

  17. Receiving report

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    Thank

  18. Suctioning 2 yo

    bdbrdb posted a topic in Private Duty

    I need advise. My 2 yo pt has asthma and seasonal allergies. Lately he's had increased secretions, he has order for prn sx, neb tx and Zyrtec. Before, I would sx orally and nasally without any...

  19. Suctioning 2 yo

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    Thank you. I'll ask OT see what they suggest.

  20. Suctioning 2 yo

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in Private Duty

    He doesn't have a trach and MD is aware. MD stated do PRN Zyrtec and neb if pt continues with increased secretions she will then increase the Zyrtec. I try not to suction and encourage a lot of...

  21. Are you bored at work?

    bdbrdb replied to lovedijah's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I work private duty nursing with a peds patient that has a feeding tube. He's up and about, we play with toys or read books. I work 10 hours with him and he naps for 3 of those hours. The mom is...

  22. Grieving

    bdbrdb posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    My best friend passed away on March 21, 2014 at 0630. I've been lost since then. I have been trying to keep it together for my kids but I'm not sure if I can do so for much longer. I feel guilt...

  23. TX CE for LVN

    bdbrdb posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hi, This is my first time doing CE courses. My license expires August 2015, can anyone tell me how far in advance can I do my CE classes in order for them to still be accepted when I renew my license?...

  24. TX CE for LVN

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Thank

  25. TX CE for LVN

    bdbrdb replied to bdbrdb's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    I did licensure by endorsement and took the jurisprudence exam. So I was exempt that first time renewal but his time around I need to do my CE