Thunderwolf MSN, RN

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    Endangered Languages

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    While there are an estimated 7,000 languages spoken around the world today, one of them dies out about every two weeks, according to linguistic experts struggling to save at least some of them. Losing...
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    To battle alcoholism on South Dakota reservation, activists seek help from Budweiser

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) -- Organizers of an effort to keep booze off South Dakota's Pine Ridge Indian Reservation -- where alcohol is banned but alcoholism is rampant -- plan to take their case to the...
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    Endangered Languages

    Thunderwolf replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    in 2004....the same was being said concerning the lakota/sioux language. oglala, s.d. the lakota language, once spoken exclusively in most american indian homes and communities on the pine ridge...
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    Roadblocks to Recognition

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    Indian tribes that gain federal recognition stand to gain substantial housing, education and health benefits. But the process isn't easy--some tribes have been waiting decades for the government to...
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    Any grad school scholarships?

    Thunderwolf replied to Obiwarz's topic in Men in Nursing

    MSEd=Master of Science in Education (yet it is in Counseling, out of the dept of Education). The opportunities are out
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    Any grad school scholarships?

    Thunderwolf replied to Obiwarz's topic in Men in Nursing

    I applaud you....keep looking. In fact, I received my MSN 10 years ago via a county scholarship. They are out there....but you just gotta keep your ears open and continue knocking on the doors. I...
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    Crocs banned :(

    Thunderwolf replied to styRN's topic in Scrubs, Uniforms, Gear

    I will wear nothing but the Croc. Thanks, Angie O'Plasty....the Specialist style is the type I wear at work. I have two pair....one white and the other, dark navy. This style (Specialist) and a few...
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    Nashville Male Nurses

    Thunderwolf replied to vertigo1022's topic in Men in Nursing

    See, vertigo1022......no matter how big the world may appear at times....there are indeed pals in the wings searching for the same thing. Good going, cutehumor and Drey.....you just made...
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    Men Do you regret your Nursing Career?

    Thunderwolf replied to philanurse2b's topic in Men in Nursing

    Been a RN for 22 years now....no regrets. I like how nursemike stated, "if you don't occasionally feel like giving up, you probably aren't getting the full experience" and "the feeling of...
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    Help make our circle stronger....join allnurses....it costs nothing

    Thunderwolf replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    You might view this thread https://allnurses.com/forums/f239/health-care-reservation-truly-shocking-246370.html or this thread...
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    third shift

    Thunderwolf replied to witter11's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Loved it and still love
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    Smudging

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    smudging is the burning of certain herbs to create a cleansing smoke bath, which is used to purify people, ceremonial and ritual space, and ceremonial tools and objects. the burning of herbs or...
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    Most RN's first borns?

    Thunderwolf replied to lvs2nrs3535's topic in General Nursing

    Yep....sign me on....I too am a first born . Neither parent an alcoholic. However, my stepfather was. I am a
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    Native American Bodywork Practices

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    In this piece, Lewis Mehl-Madrona, who is of Cherokee and Lakota heritage, shares insights into types of bodywork practiced by Native American peoples. All peoples have methods for hands-on therapy,...
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    Native American Bodywork Practices

    Thunderwolf replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you for the clarify, TiredBraveHeart. Yes, sensitivity is something we all need to mindful of here. Hugs to you.
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    Does a college degree make a difference?

    Thunderwolf replied to caliber's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    But, if you are looking at income.... From 2003 U.S. Census http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Educational_attainment_in_the_United_States I think the above graph says it all. Also, this..... October 26...
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    A lonely journey?

    Thunderwolf replied to tiij's topic in Men in Nursing

    This has been less of an issue for me as the years have rolled on by. Partially due to that I am older now (bothers me way, way less) and partially due to that more men have become nurses since I...
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    Level of Nursing Education

    Thunderwolf replied to Ari RN's topic in Men in Nursing

    Congrats to all!!!! And Ari RN, your avatar....that has got to be the coolest avatar that I've seen in a long time. Did you hand draw
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    Docs yelling at nurses....

    Thunderwolf replied to ClassQ1's topic in Men in Nursing

    From my experience, a doctor's/group of doctors' repeated demonstration of ill behavior towards nurses is often a reflection of Administration. The attitude upon high does often trickle
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    Strange diagnosis

    Thunderwolf replied to aerorunner80's topic in General Nursing

    Ditto on that. Also, consider the need to rule out substance abuse/dependency with the pseudoseizure as a drug seeking behavior (ie
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    Native American Bodywork Practices

    Thunderwolf replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    LOL however, I agree with the Suesquatch and the Zenman. The air smells good from here.
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    Native American Bodywork Practices

    Thunderwolf replied to Thunderwolf's topic in General Nursing

    You are fine.....we all have our moments of flatulence. It happens. Hugs.
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    Healing takes a winding path: Doctor charts a different course, finds foes

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    dr. lewis mehl-madrona once witnessed an american indian spirit called white buffalo calf woman heal a prostate cancer patient by rearranging "electrical patterns" in the man's brain. a fire heats...
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    Until 1980, Indians weren't allowed in Georgia.

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    an excellent article to help folks understand why some older nai's may still disclaim their heritage, even until their dying days...which has created much angst for many of their descendents who...
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    Are you an Indian?

    Thunderwolf posted a topic in General Nursing

    A wonderful story as written by Les Tate. How often have you heard or said "I'm part Indian"? If you have, then some Native American elders have something to teach you. A very touching example was...