Thunderwolf MSN, RN

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    SC American Indians: New laws step to autonomy

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    South Carolina Native American chiefs say a bill signed Tuesday that allows them to perform legally recognized marriage ceremonies is an essential step toward tribal self-governance. About 50...
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    Best textbook for new psych RN's?

    Thunderwolf replied to linda2097's topic in Psychiatric

    Actually, any psych nursing book is pretty good for a general overview. Check Amazon.com or any other web based book store. You may want to go to your local college campus book store or nearest...
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    Psych pt. in long term care

    Thunderwolf replied to abooker's topic in Psychiatric

    I would bet money the issue is Borderline Personality Disorder from the behavioral symptoms described.
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    No scrubs allowed in psych?

    Thunderwolf replied to Jedi of Zen's topic in Psychiatric

    This is the
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    some younger male nurses.....

    Thunderwolf replied to junebride's topic in Men in Nursing

    Excellent post. Thank you,
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    Docs yelling at nurses....

    Thunderwolf replied to ClassQ1's topic in Men in Nursing

    And just as a side note, many nurses do understand in some way the rigors and stress that physicians must face....they really do...especially in the hospital setting/medical educational setting. And I...
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    Docs yelling at nurses....

    Thunderwolf replied to ClassQ1's topic in Men in Nursing

    Excellent post, thank you. You mention that anger turned inward turns into depression....and the professional expectation to put on "a front." I hear and understand you. Tis the very reason that...
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    some younger male nurses.....

    Thunderwolf replied to junebride's topic in Men in Nursing

    No sarcasm at all. Being mindful that it is a forum for Men in Nursing, it would be nice of you to include some historical material that references that too. Peace &
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    So confused!!!.....

    Thunderwolf replied to yuyu75's topic in Psychiatric

    In the fields of Psychology/Counseling/Social Work, the Masters degree is often viewed as the entry level nowadays. To date, Nursing is not the case....but, that could change as the push for the BSN...
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    Music Therapy in Psych?

    Thunderwolf replied to LatinGirl's topic in Psychiatric

    Music therapy combined with activity...like stretching exercises....as a means to help unwind have been known to be helpful at the end of the
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    Docs yelling at nurses....

    Thunderwolf replied to ClassQ1's topic in Men in Nursing

    I think many an older nurse remember the days when physicians could act like spoiled children...the yelling, the temper tantrums, the swearing and cursing, the throwing of objects, the jumping up and...
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    A Nursing Career Over 50

    Thunderwolf replied to m9791l's topic in Men in Nursing

    Totally agree...age should be no barrier. Best wishes to you and in your
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    Problems with an "Old Battle Axes"?

    Thunderwolf replied to Joe NightingMale's topic in Men in Nursing

    After reviewing this thread, I would have to say that I tend to run more into what Dave11 describes nowadays. And not only do they enjoy throwing their weight around on their day shift, but wish to...
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    Anybody else struggling with anorexia and bulimia?

    Thunderwolf replied to lovingtheunloved's topic in Nurses Recovery

    Thanks for clarifying. But really, it is only a contradiction if you are in a state of denial about the disease. You acknowledge it though...which tends to make this less so. Actually, many come...
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    NEW lvn in psych

    Thunderwolf replied to deelpn85's topic in Psychiatric

    Actually, this is a very good way in starting off...med passing at the window. First off, you will become familiar with the different psych meds used in your population. I would focus on really...
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    Use of substances by the famous to self medicate

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in Nurses Recovery

    an interesting article that shows how substances were/are commonly used by the famous to self medicate. as members, you can use this thread to list other famous folks who had their dealings in...
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    what do nurses hate about doctors?

    Thunderwolf replied to futureMD's topic in General Nursing

    I second that....arrogance. To me, it is childish behavior, not
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    Is Gas a Tax Write-Off?

    Thunderwolf replied to malenurse122879's topic in General Nursing

    With the cost of gas, it should
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    Shoes

    Thunderwolf replied to Lilloman's topic in Men in Nursing

    Crocs for me! Simple, cheap, and effective (at least for myself). Used to have severe heal pain with other shoes. After one week in Crocs, the pain went Poof, gone....and has never
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    Male nurse crying!!!

    Thunderwolf replied to ClassQ1's topic in Men in Nursing

    An interesting point that I came across not long ago, forgot where I read it, but one differentiation between men and women in relation to stress, crying, and work burnout was how each gender tends to...
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    Monitoring of psych patients

    Thunderwolf replied to medsurgrnco's topic in Psychiatric

    Safety is only as good as the milieu. It wouldn't take much to upset the apple cart at your facility. It is just a matter of time before the comfort of naivety/denial gives way to the harsh realities....
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    Medication Aides

    Thunderwolf replied to feisty_lpn's topic in Ohio Nursing

    I am against the
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    you might be from ohio if:

    Thunderwolf replied to mcmike55's topic in Ohio Nursing

    Ahw'll for I'll (I will). My ex wife used to tell me that there is no Owl flying around, so stop saying it. Ahw'll try my
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    WHo can remove what?

    Thunderwolf replied to Princess1234's topic in Orthopedic

    Under the guidelines of YOUR state's law, your facility will then decide and train who can D/C what drain/appliance....and even in a particular facility, it may only be permitted on a particular floor...
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    some younger male nurses.....

    Thunderwolf replied to junebride's topic in Men in Nursing

    And a warm thank you, MassED...for that excellent link to the historical female nurse in our country. Link--> http://www.army.mil/women/nurses.html