Flare ASN, BSN

school nursing, ortho, trauma

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    How all Paradise schools evacuated with no deaths

    Flare replied to NRSKarenRN's topic in School

    I can't even begin to imagine how horrific this was. So thankful to hear that everyone survived the fire. Now to work on healing the community. Love and prayers to all those affected by this...
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    What's the school lunch today?

    Flare replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    today was a burger and fries as the hot lunch, the cafeteria always has sandwiches, salads, and various alternative available. I tend to bring my lunch daily, though i do like the tuna
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    Assessing the student on drugs

    Flare replied to cjl_RN's topic in School

    hmmm... what'll they think of next? I'll have to be on the look out for those "drawstrings". Thanks for the info,
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    December Doldrums

    Flare replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    yeah - i'm finishing up my Z pack. I don't get sick often but when I do it hits me like a herd of
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    Family Protective Services

    Flare replied to KeeperOfTheIceRN's topic in School

    At this point, I have made so many referral so my state's version of CPS that I can run through their scrpit of questions better than they can. It's sad really. A few things, I always request that...
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    December Doldrums

    Flare replied to jnemartin's topic in School

    i have been so sick the past few weeks that i just can't motivate myself. I'm getting my baseline work done and some of the constants done, but beyond that i could just put my head down on the desk...
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    Favorite school nurse resources?

    Flare replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    i like the way you
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    Favorite school nurse resources?

    Flare replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    a few of these things that you guys have suggested I have printed out and are now part of my "functional wall art" - like the ottowa ankle rules and Jen's conjunctivitis
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    Flare replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    pink scrub top - not just fetch, but grool as
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    Middle School Diets

    Flare replied to BrisketRN's topic in School

    mmmm... munchos! now that brings back some memories! Do they still make
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    Medical Alerts Question

    Flare replied to MWOOD,LPN's topic in School

    nothing posted on the door by me - hovever some of the classrooms with peanut / tree nut allergies have taken to posting a sign that it is a "nut aware" class room. Our computerized program has a...
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    Lack of Manners

    Flare replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    i generally give them a selection of ailments, though not they typical sore throat, head ache, stomach ache when i'm greeted with the vague "i don't feel good" I give them things like "i bit my...
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    Assessing the student on drugs

    Flare replied to cjl_RN's topic in School

    The latest craze in my school is vaping. Fortunately, it seems like they are only vaping nicotine while in school and reserving the cannabis for their weekend parties. Crafty little buggers are even...
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    Middle School Diets

    Flare replied to BrisketRN's topic in School

    Definitely, call home. The child should ideally have a chit chat with her primary to discuss healthy eating habits or even a nutritionist. Our local supermarket has a nutritionist on site who will...
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    What brought you to where you are now?

    Flare replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I was working at a level 1 trauma center per diem but getting antsy, as I do. I actually wanted to transfer departments to wound care, so I filed the paperwork and waited. In the meantime I noticed...
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    Last Friday

    Flare replied to BunnyBunnyBSNRN's topic in School

    Good looking
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    Had to give Epi Today!

    Flare replied to linda1959's topic in School

    Great job! I agree - you didn't wait too long. Having a thorough assessment is important as part of this work up. Yes, the epi wouldn't technically hurt someone that was in distress for a different...
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    Kinsa

    Flare replied to NurseMrn's topic in School

    After reading through this it refreshed my memory of what in the heck this was- I remember getting an email a few years ago encouraging me to apply for the free thermometers that go with the...
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    Use of nurse's office

    Flare replied to Rsrfrn's topic in School

    I agree that it is probably a losing battle for you, but it is also unreasonable for the admins to expect you to upheave your entire routine without any prior warning. I think it is in your best...
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    Returning to school after devastating Camp Fire

    Flare replied to naveiak's topic in School

    As a nurse and a firefighter for 19 years, this is just heartbreaking for me to hear of this level of catastrophe. Big hugs to you and my deepest level of gratitude to you for taking care of those in...
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    Would you? Do you?

    Flare replied to JustRNingAlong's topic in School

    i don't see too many tattoos here at the middle school level. i can recall years ago at a different school I had a ms aged kid that came in asking for tattoo care who told me her mom signed off to...
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    Flare replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    ...sigh... slide over Old Dude. I have been all messed up on what day it
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    C'Mon Now!

    Flare replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    oh, if only i
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    C'Mon Now!

    Flare replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    i do too, but with 3 minutes left in the day??? For the love of Mark Harmon, tough it
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    FYI: P&G is open today for orders!!

    Flare replied to scuba nurse's topic in School

    thanks! I panicked over the weekend about it getting so late and not ordering then promptly forgot