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    Family dynamics

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thanks Earle58. The daughter is an ICU nurse, and is the POA along with the spouse. The daughter has stated that her mother would never be a DNR, and she does not want morphine, because "you'll just...
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    Family dynamics

    mc3 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    A few questions, 1) Can anyone recommend a good book on family dynamics? Our hospice did little training in this area. I've run into a few situations lately that I could have used some guidance on....
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    Family dynamics

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    My goodness, if I made the recommendation for discharge - which I believe we should have done a long time ago - my boss would kill me!
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    DH dying-need prayers

    mc3 replied to nursejoey05's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am so very, very sorry for all that you and your dtr have endured. I am a hospice nurse also, and I am always honored when someone invites me into their lives. Thank you. Take care, my friend,...
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    Is there pain with organ failure?

    mc3 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I have asked this question of many hospice nurses, but is there any data or information available specifically regarding pain in organ failure in dying patients? Some say "of course" some say "no" but...
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    DH dying-need prayers

    mc3 replied to nursejoey05's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Will say a prayer for you, your dtr and your hubby tonight. I am so sorry this is happening to you.
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    Use of Morphine for end of life comfort

    mc3 replied to Wicherubgirl's topic in Patient Safety Issues

    1. Do you believe in using Morphine Sulfate for end of life comfort? Yes, yes and yes 2. In your experience have you seen respiratory suppression that you contribute to the use of the Morphine? Yes,...
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    Discouraged!!!

    mc3 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I am an LPN who recently moved to FL. Prior to my move, I worked in hospice for 1 1/2 yrs, full-time. I loved my job! I went into nursing with the hopes of working for hospice, and my dream came...
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    "Reluctant" hospice doc

    mc3 posted a topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I just started a job with a new hospice in a new state. I've tried to give this guy the benefit of the doubt, but I've come to the definite conclusion that he's a horrible hospice doctor. He's...
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    "Reluctant" hospice doc

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hi everyone, Just to update you all...I've just been so busy I haven't even had time to look at this board... I did change teams with a different hospice MD. But, guess what. Shortly after I got...
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    Hospice and litigation question

    mc3 replied to jsteine1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Suebird, We used it extensively also at the hospice I used to work at. It's a marvelous drug, worked great, and we had no problems using in our LTC facilities. The hospice I'm now at won't really...
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    Anyone else get good news in the mail?

    mc3 replied to RnRatchet's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hi from sunny FLA:) I passed, too....Did anyone else think there were crazy questions also? I sure did... :balloons:
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    Anyone else still waiting??? CHPN results

    mc3 replied to Wenge8181's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    When did you take your test - in September? I took mine then and just rec'd the results 2 days ago (Oct 26). I passed!!
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    Hospice and litigation question

    mc3 replied to jsteine1's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    That's an interesting question, and one and I have been looking to an answer for myself. Can I ask why you're asking? I'm curious....PM me if you like.
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    Thank you for what you do

    mc3 replied to WickedRedRN's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I'll keep both you and Patty Jo in my prayers. I think I can speak for all hospice nurses when I say it's a honor and privilege to be invited in people's homes and hearts at such a sad time. My...
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    "Reluctant" hospice doc

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    In his own mind, I think. I really can't explain other nurse's rationale, it's just sad. I saw one of his pt's today. The poor lady has inoperable bladder ca, has major fistulas and hemorroids in...
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    "Reluctant" hospice doc

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    From what I'm told, the Medical Director and others know but excuses it with with "he's a good doctor". Also they supposedly have a hard time hiring doctors in the first place, so they tolerate it....
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    Discouraged!!!

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hurrah!! Just wanted to let you know I finally did land my hospice job!! I did as you all suggested, basically just kept at it. My interview went fantastic; you know, the type where it doesn't even...
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    Discouraged!!!

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    I'm in Lake County...Am I correct in understanding that hospices are by county, and there can only be one hospice covering 1 (or more) counties? Thanks,
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    Medtexx

    mc3 posted a topic in LPN, LVN Corner

    Hello everyone, I've just moved to Florida, and have heard Medtexx provides IV Therapy workshops and certification. Has anyone out there heard of them? Are they good? I'm thinking about taking the...
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    ? About treating Hospice pts

    mc3 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    It's a scale used in hospice to assess pain in cognitively impaired patients. As I said, some of the nurses I worked with in LTC wanted copies to use for all their patients. It's very good. I don't...
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    ? About treating Hospice pts

    mc3 replied to Schmoo1022's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Hi! Glad to see your facility is accepting of the hospice philosophy of care. Where I worked in hospice, we d'c's the "non-essentials" such as vitamins, etc. One thing I always looked at was d/c'ing...
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    Discouraged!!!

    mc3 replied to mc3's topic in Hospice, Palliative

    Thanks so much for your great suggestions! I'm going to use them all in my job search! In the meantime, I plan to take the CHLPN exam in September. Hopefully, that will help also. Gratefully,
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    Medtexx for IV certification

    mc3 posted a topic in Florida Nursing

    Hello, Has anyone used Medtexx for their IV certification? I just moved here, need my certification, and they are having a course in Orlando. It costs $450, so I'd like a little bit of info from you...