ClearBlueOctoberSky

The issue comes from the State. Because of the abuse laws that have been enacted, this is most likely considered a Self-Reportable Incident. If substantiated, the Nursing Home can receive an Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) State or Federal tag in Professiona...

In Skilled Rehab and in long term care, if State inspectors come in, smell offensive odors, or notice a Resident that has bad body odor, the facility could be tagged on dignity and in providing adequate care to the Resident. I've known some who try t...

I currently work LTC/Memory Care. I get told "I love you" all the time, in which I reply "Aw. I love you too." There is no feeling behind the sentiment, it is a validation statement made for that resident. I also get kissed...usually after I have be...

Paying for Medicare! Yes. My mom has Tricare, and is still required to carry Medicare B, which I pay for to the tune of over 400 for three months. I also struggle with the Dr/patient relationships for her appointments. If we see her regular NP, it is...

I work in our secured neighborhood for Dementia, and we don't report every RTRA. For it to be reportable, the Resident has to demonstrate understanding of the incident and there has to be significant injury. I'm in Colorado, so even though our standa...

I'm sorry you misconstrued the true meaning of my post, and I wasn't very clear with that, and offended you. I understand about trying to keep ahead. Although I don't have children, I do care for an ailing parent at home, on my own. Last semester...

I love Melba toast. It is actually very light and crisp. Yummy with Jalapeno jam and cream cheese!

Don't slack on the re-take. I did that last semester with A&P 1. In the end I pulled it together, but still...it's my bad thinking that since it is my umpteenth time taking A&P, it would be my easiest class. I'm such a dunce.

Thank you. I don't have children, and now I might have to go buy some to try.

I think I'm in withdrawal from working. Going from working 50 to 60 hours a week as a Nurse manager back to part-time floor nurse has left me feeling discombobulated and feeling I don't know what to do with the extra time off. I'll be glad when sc...

Yeah, that happens sometimes. I wouldn't feel bad, for it isn't a TERRIBLE mistake. The nurse probable should have asked what you needed it for, and then dolloped some out into a medicine cup, or given you the individual packets. My concern is th...

The ones we have are actually quite absorbent. I keep a clean package at my cart for cleaning Resident hands and faces. The other day, one of my Residents spilled her Prune juice and I grabbed a handful to clean up with. It beat making five trips ...

You don't need a saber for it to hurt. I've been on the receiving end one too many times. I also learned, as a Paramedic, not to hang my stethoscope around my neck when I am bending over a angry, confused patient.

This isn't as colorful, and one of my pet peeves. Watching people on the street pick up their walker/cane and walk. Ugh. If you are able to do that, you don't need the darn thing.

Ixchel, There are those of use who try very, very hard to NOT send out our Dementia patients; because of everything you mentioned. It is heartbreaking to be suspected of abuse because your Dementia patient who fell and has a knot on their forehead i...

Hmm, I have made Dill Pickle Soup with vegetables. Tasty. ETA in response to the complaint of the "vegebal" soup. Sorry.

I'm one of those patients. Honestly, no matter what you say to me, isn't going to matter, and I don't really hear half of what you are saying. I am so worked up in my head, even though I know and admit my fear is irrational. I also tend to get rea...

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I don't know about in a hospital, but as a LPN in long-term care, I give oral chemo meds to my patient. I make sure I know the reasons for it, and follow safety procedures recommended.

I work in a combo skilled/long-term care facility. We have a facility "pet", who is not a therapy dog, but the residents love her. She does have her preferred staff that she will go home with to take a break. Staff also bring in their dogs on occa...

I have had my BGL drop into the mid 30's when I take my Metformin and then don't eat. I get really, really cranky...well, mean, actually. My mom had a GI bleed with a INR of 7. She was dizzy, but had a good BP with the Fire Department. They roll...

I don't have an answer for you. I just wanted to say that I have a pair of brown leather Danskos that I have had for going on four years now. They are scuffed on the toes and heels, but I like them that way...it gives them character. I don't think...

I am not seeing how "your momma" can be derogatory or disrespectful. I have coworker of all different nationalities, who, either know my mom from her rehab, or know that I take care of my mom, ask "How's your momma?" or "How's momma?" There is nothi...

With the new types of briefs available, they do not hold moisture next to skin. It is wicked and held in gel form...much like Pampers for babies. Using a towel is just going to contribute to moisture and dermatitis breakdown, unless you stand there...

We schedule like that. You need both full time and part time staff. For example Full Time Nurse: M, T, W, R on, F off, Sa, Su on, M off, T, W, R, F on, Sa, Su off, M, T, W, R on, F off and so on. Your Part Time staff will work the days that the ...