jpennybaker

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1. Need help with policy for bedrails as restraints in ICF DD facility

   jpennybaker replied to Hiskid2's topic in Developmental Disabilities

   I only wish to say that side rails IMO are dangerous just because of the 'up and over' factor. Lowered beds may be safer for patients but I vehementally diasappove of these for the simple fact that...

2. Overbearing pt family

   jpennybaker replied to nursestacy73's topic in Patient Safety Issues

   I agree this is completely bizarre behavior, sounds sexually related as it seems to concern the peri-rectal area. Can you call an immediate meeting of her health care team? Get everyone involved and...

3. Down Syndrome Help!

   jpennybaker replied to ShortyLPN's topic in Developmental Disabilities

   I have several years of experience in dealing with people with Down's. I also have several patients with Autism. I am glad you are trying to hire a behavior consultant. Because all behavior is...