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TDCHIM

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  1. *Weird* Patient Allergies

    TDCHIM replied to cherrybreeze's topic in General Nursing

    It's probably what's known as Oral Allergy Syndrome. Here's a link to a story about it; there's also a fair amount of info out on the net:...

  2. Just wondering... what would you want your kids to do for a living?

    TDCHIM replied to labrador4122's topic in General Nursing

    My son is four and he's one of those kids who basically teach themselves to read: he already reads full books, plays letter games ("What can I make from these three letters, Mama?" "A-T-R; I don't...

  3. skirts to work

    TDCHIM replied to eternalbride's topic in General Nursing

    This is an excellent and succinct way of putting the whole thing. Yes, individual businesses can and do set dress codes, but women aren't all forced to wear skirts to work, school, church, etc....

  4. Patient modesty concerns pertaining to surgery

    TDCHIM replied to creinkent's topic in Operating Room

    Okay, I have to stop reading this thread or I'll never have another surgery

  5. Patient modesty concerns pertaining to surgery

    TDCHIM replied to creinkent's topic in Operating Room

    Okay, brokenvessel, all those stories made my insides curl up and shrink into each other. My God, being AWAKE but having everyone think you're out?? I feel like I'm going to be sick just imagining it....

  6. *Weird* Patient Allergies

    TDCHIM replied to cherrybreeze's topic in General Nursing

    I'm allergic to kiwi. It makes my mouth and throat itch and I break out in a rash around my mouth. It's too bad, because I really used to like kiwi. My sister and I both have this reaction, and for...

  7. scooters

    TDCHIM replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    i'm so with you - i've had people in stores assume i'm dd with the iq of a five-year-old because i'm walking on forearm crutches (the best one was when a sales associate asked the person shopping with...

  8. Any body had to redo nursing school?

    TDCHIM replied to hermity's topic in General Nursing

    There will never be a perfect time to finish school. There will ALWAYS be trouble or disasters waiting in the wings. In my current round of school, I've gone through: a tree crushing part of my rental...

  9. What happens now? Am I in trouble?

    TDCHIM replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Nursing

    Oooh, drug seeker...now that's a different story. Heaven only knows what he already had in his system! God, I really dislike people like that. They give people who genuinely, legitimately need pain...

  10. The Failure of the Joint Commission

    TDCHIM replied to abbaking's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    But having things maybe be a hodgepodge of state regs, a few federal regs, etc. - doesn't that kind of spell trouble for patients? I'm just thinking out loud, not necessarily advocating for JCAHO or...

  11. What happens now? Am I in trouble?

    TDCHIM replied to DayDreamin ER CRNP's topic in General Nursing

    Depending on what this patient was given, if he wasn't used to it, the medication very likely messed with his perception of time. It's quite possible he and his mother are just being obnoxious...

  12. RN work from home due to illness

    TDCHIM replied to alonge's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    Talk to your state's version of the bureau of vocational rehab/rehab services commission (BVR/RSC)! They can be wonderful at pairing you up with employers for appropriate jobs, will get you equipment...

  13. I'm going to give this work thing another try...

    TDCHIM replied to RN1263's topic in Nurse Disabilities

    The amount you can make while remaining on SSDI is fairly limited, though it depends on whether you're in your trial or three-year extended period. Here's a little information:...

  14. Strong Advice Needed! :D

    TDCHIM replied to Missez.Geia.'s topic in General Nursing

    You might not be able to find help for your car specifically, but you might be able to obtain assistance with other expenses so that you can pay for your car out of the money you save. Check with your...

  15. How far did you or are commuting to and from work/school?

    TDCHIM replied to luckystudentnurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Good call. Plus, you have to consider how much your commute is going to eat into your study time and processing time (because you can study all you want, but if you don't have time to process it, it's...

  16. The Failure of the Joint Commission

    TDCHIM replied to abbaking's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    So if you consider JCAHO a failure, how would you fix it? Or what would your ideal be (understanding that just getting rid of it isn't really a viable option) for a completely new agency with a...

  17. Can they renege on an offer?? Health question.

    TDCHIM replied to Epona's topic in General Nursing

    Employers can play dirty and it can be incredibly hard to prove when it comes to this sort of thing (just because it's illegal doesn't mean it doesn't happen). Given that you are still being...

  18. My proposed solution to being bullied, will it backfire on me?

    TDCHIM replied to danceswithsnakes's topic in General Nursing

    There isn't really a way to win unless you're affluent enough to sustain the loss of a job and any ensuing legal fees. If you are, recognize that you could be forfeiting your ability to find...

  19. scooters

    TDCHIM replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    i think most people on here are voicing concerns about those who flagrantly violate traffic rules and put others in danger by their actions. it doesn't sound as though you're that type! i'll end up...

  20. scooters

    TDCHIM replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    I was told they'd look into it by an unenthusiastic dispatcher. So probably nothing. @traumaRUs: I'm rather curious; is there a way to stop someone from using a scooter if the individual is...

  21. How far did you or are commuting to and from work/school?

    TDCHIM replied to luckystudentnurseRN's topic in General Nursing

    Wow, bummer - but it is doable. My husband and I have both done one to one and a half hour commutes (one way, not round trip), and while they stink, you can find ways to use them to your benefit....

  22. scooters

    TDCHIM replied to oramar's topic in General Nursing

    I have no clue if they're required to have any sort of competence level before being allowed to purchase one, but I don't think so. A few days ago, I had a woman in a small scooter cut me off, drive...

  23. This unhealthy dependency relationship some pts have w/ the Doctors needs to stop!

    TDCHIM replied to cameroondiva's topic in General Nursing

    I will certainly grant you that doctors practice defensive medicine and it ends up costing us all. However, the issue I have with your example is that you, personally, had the knowledge to outright...

  24. This unhealthy dependency relationship some pts have w/ the Doctors needs to stop!

    TDCHIM replied to cameroondiva's topic in General Nursing

    This is a rather gross over-generalization, isn't it? People "lucky" enough to be covered by private health insurance often pay dearly in both premiums and sizable copays (for benefits packages that...

  25. Human Growth & Development class offered online during summer...

    TDCHIM replied to OnaTrek's topic in General Nursing

    Good luck - I hope you have a successful and enjoyable experience!