Brenda F. Johnson MSN

Gastrointestinal Nursing

Gastrointestinal Columnist

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    A Newly Defined Type of Constipation: Opioid Induced Constipation

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    Thank you, the intent of my article is to notify us of new treatment, being a GI nurse, I am especially interested in things related to the bowel. I was interested, so I wrote the article, no other...
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    A Newly Defined Type of Constipation: Opioid Induced Constipation

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    I looked up the cost of Relistor (I am sure they have coupons or offers as other new drugs do) and for one vial it is $48 and for 7 vials it is $336, so yes very expensive. I am just interested in...
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    A Newly Defined Type of Constipation: Opioid Induced Constipation

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    No, this is not a sponsored article. This has been a long time issue as you pointed out, but the new medications that target such a specific population of constipation sufferers has to have a title,...
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    A Newly Defined Type of Constipation: Opioid Induced Constipation

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    You are absolutely right, it is narcan an opioid antagonist. I must have mistakenly put that in there instead of another drug. Thanks for pointing that
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    A Newly Defined Type of Constipation: Opioid Induced Constipation

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    Good point, drug manufacturers are always looking for ways to charge more to the consumer. The research show that laxatives are often ineffective with these patients, these new drugs are used when...
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    Maria Wants to Be a Burn Nurse

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Nurse Beth's topic in General Nursing

    *Tears* Fantastic story, and I'm sure Maria will be fantastic at her job, pulling from her life experience. Nice also to hear nurses supporting and pulling for each
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    The Obesity Problem in Rural America

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in General Nursing

    Vulnerable PopulationPublic health has focused on the vulnerable patients in our society for the past few decades, but now they are looking at how "place" plays a factor. According to the article,...
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    Obesity; The "Second Hand Smoke" of Modern American Society

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in General Nursing

    Our country's rising trend over the past few decades of eating processed food and dining at fast food restaurants has added to the obesity problem according to the article, "Obesity is bankrupting...
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    Don't Be SAD! - Seasonal Affective Disorder

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in General Nursing

    Defining SADAs it's name states, SAD is related to the fall and winter seasons. The Mayo Clinic defines SAD in their article, "Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)", as a type of depression that saps...
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    Merry Christmas, Little Angel

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Julie Reyes's topic in General Nursing

    Great Story! It goes to show what can be done when people care, look beyond their own lives. A community came together, not government, but community to help this family and was able to accomplish...
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    Don't Be SAD! - Seasonal Affective Disorder

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    Love the pictures!!! Thanks for sharing, and I hope the information helps you understand and tx your symptoms. Have a Blessed Holiday
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    The Positive Aspects of A Nursing Career

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in Nursing Career

    I was twenty-five when I started nursing school and there was a woman in my class who was fifty-nine. For my classmate, as is the case for so many others, nursing was a second career. Whatever the...
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    Wood Alcohol Poisoning: An Era Gone By

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in General Nursing

    In 1907 three men were found dead, their bodies forever frozen in clenched, distorted positions that depicted their harrowing deaths from wood alcohol. The archived article, "Wood Alcohol Kills Three...
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    Uncensored Thoughts of a Nurse Interviewer

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Nurse Beth's topic in Nursing Career

    Well written article, enjoyed reading it even though I'm an old, old nurse! I'm sure this will help new
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    Wood Alcohol Poisoning: An Era Gone By

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    Was he drinking bootleg alcohol, and what was his job? Very
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    Wood Alcohol Poisoning: An Era Gone By

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in General Nursing

    I am so sorry! That is
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    Biofilm: Undercover Assassin

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in General Nursing

    A career in medicine can be a fascinating one. It provides a format for continual learning, especially for those who choose to read articles, go to conferences, participate in webinars, etc. Those are...
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    Lessons Learned as an Expert Nurse Witness

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to ElizabethStoneRN's topic in General Nursing

    Good article, thanks for the
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    Clinical Experience Frustrations: A Little Love And Patience Goes A Long Way

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Lori215's topic in General Students

    Hey "From Florida" loved your article! I actually just moved from Fl just last May. I now live in Tn and love it. I think your article can reach not just students, but all nurses no matter what...
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    January 2015 Caption Contest: Win $100!

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Joe V's topic in News, Announcements

    Stop playing, it's time for post
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    Priorities Can Kill: When Passing the Buck Gets Dangerous

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Jacqueline.Damm's topic in General Nursing

    Great article! I enjoyed reading it and felt the emotion in your well chosen words. Unfortunately every day there are situations that require us to be the bigger person and do what needs to be done...
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson posted a topic in Nursing Career

    Money is an excellent motivator, and when the hospital that I worked at offered two dollars more an hour for certification, I was excited. I had been thinking about getting my certification for many...
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    Congratulations! Yes, certifications gives us all the things you said. I'm so happy for you that there is a great monetary reward for your hard work. Happy New
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    Certification : I Did it For the Money.

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to Brenda F. Johnson's topic in Nursing Career

    Yes, you have to work in the area that you certify in, because they require so many hours in the period between certify and recertify. If you look up the guidelines for specific certifications, it...
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    phone interview - tips?

    Brenda F. Johnson replied to vengeance's topic in Job Search, Interview, Resume

    I recently did a phone interview, back in April when I was moving from Florida to Tennessee. It is not easy for either person because there is no face to face. It is possible to convey enthusiasm in...