Mama Jules

Mama Jules has 26 years experience.

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1. My first dump and run

   Mama Jules replied to JBMmom's topic in Geriatric, LTC

   I've seen my share of all different kinds of family dynamics in my 28 years of long term care. And as a stepdaughter of a stepfather who had a godawful case of dementia along with almost every single...

2. Qualifying for Medicare A - Talino, can you help?

   Mama Jules replied to Mama Jules's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

   Thank you. I thought I was right....but you know every now and then a newbie comes along with a new perspective and makes me second guess myself. Do you have link to the page in the manual I could...

3. Qualifying for Medicare A - Talino, can you help?

   Mama Jules posted a topic in MDS Coordinator Information

   I have many years of experience but right now cannot put my hand on the Medicare reg about qualifying stays. Here's my predicament: 01/09/2015: Resident admitted under Part A services after a...

4. How to deal with an aggressive dementia patient

   Mama Jules replied to Emily456's topic in LPN, LVN Corner

   I agree with the other posters that it may be time to discuss this resident being admitted to a lockdown facility. The problem is, at least in my state, the few places that have them stay full. I also...

5. RN never feels guilty when calling out

   Mama Jules replied to Sasha100's topic in Nursing Professionalism

   I call out if I'm afraid what I have is contagious (i.e., fever, sore throat, chills, diarrhea, n/v) but not for headache, fatigue, soreness, general aches and pains ( I'm almost 50 with too many 12...

6. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

   Mama Jules replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

   Did you even read my post? He was not "near" the nurses' station, nor was he in the "official" break room. He was across the entire PACU floor, in an empty nursing station, where he clearly couldn't...

7. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

   Mama Jules replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

   Well, you have a point, VANurse; maybe I was overly emotional. After all, I was only concerned that my husband not have to undergo unnecessary treatments for avoidable post-surgical complications....

8. Solutions for Tired, Achy Feet

   Mama Jules replied to Lynda Lampert, RN's topic in General Nursing

   As a sufferer of plantar fasciitis, freezing a water bottle or two and rolling it under your feet at the end of a shift, or a walk or run, helps as well. Also, there are some terrific you-tube videos...

9. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

   Mama Jules replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

   Mine is (coming from a LTC perspective) hearing nurses tell inquiring family members, "That's not my patient (or resident)", and walk away. No, they may not be under your direct care, but in my mind,...

10. Professionalism....name your irritation here!

    Mama Jules replied to LobotRN's topic in Nursing Professionalism

    I'm with you. I work as a Medicare Reimbursement Specialist in an LTC facility. I have my own office, but I still leave mine OFF in my drawer or purse and cut it on only during breaks. My husband...

11. Dehydration CAA

    Mama Jules replied to glm777's topic in MDS Coordinator Information

    Yes, I usually do; there are lots of reasons residents receiving tube feedings may develop dehydration; at the very least they are at risk simply because they are dependent for their hydration needs....

12. Microbiology practice exam

    Mama Jules replied to virgomoon's topic in Excelsior College

    Login to Excelsior. Your home page should come up. Click on "Microbiology Practice Exam" When the Blackboard opens, click on the exam. Click on "taking and reviewing your practice exam". In the table...