SchoolNursey

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  1. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey posted a topic in School

    Question, does anyone have protocols for what is considered high/low BP in the elementary and middle school child? I recently have had numerous students taken off ADHD meds by PCP due to elevated BP,...

  2. Weird reasons to come to school nurse?

    SchoolNursey replied to Avill's topic in School

    So....this was the end of last year, but a 4th grade teacher sent me a kid with her school bag because the bag was full of roaches. This year I have had so many "facepalm" moments. I do have 2 that...

  3. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    Just wanted to update this thread. My middle school student was cleared by cardiology to resume ADHD meds. According to the mom, cardiologist was confused as to why stimulant meds had been held...

  4. IHPs

    SchoolNursey replied to Schoolnurse73's topic in School

    We have to do an IHP for any student with a medical diagnosis that takes medication (even medication at home). It is a lot. I struggle to keep

  5. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    Thanks everyone for your

  6. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    I questioned this NP in the past and it did not turn out well. I think I will attempt to speak with the psychiatrist! Thanks! I too believe there is ego involved. There have been multiple instances...

  7. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    I too am skeptical!It's a NP that is doing this, but this NP does not manage the ADHD medications. My middle school student is adult size! He's bigger than

  8. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    The students are all on Ritalin, Adderall or Vyvanse that are having meds held for high

  9. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    Thank

  10. Blood pressure

    SchoolNursey replied to SchoolNursey's topic in School

    I have not been asked to monitor these BPs, these kids are daily meds at school, which have been placed on hold by the MD due to BP. It is one particular PCP that is doing this, but it's concerning...

  11. Overnight out of state field trips

    SchoolNursey replied to hgiovi's topic in School

    What

  12. Would you pray with a student?

    SchoolNursey replied to smudges.blips's topic in School

    If a student wanted to pray, then absolutely I would. I never hesitate to pray with my patients in the hospital setting. I firmly believe that my office is a safe space and tell my students the same...

  13. NASN School Nurse Conference 2018

    SchoolNursey replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    I have been several times and it's a great experience. Unfortunately, I will not be attending this year as my dear friend is getting married during that

  14. Should I purchase liability insurance?

    SchoolNursey replied to ang888's topic in School

    I have NSO, is there a policy specific to school nursing? I have just continued my policy from when I was full time in the hospital. I still work PRN at the hospital

  15. Too Many Visits - advice for teachers?

    SchoolNursey replied to moreoreo's topic in School

    Well, because I have a School Based Health Center, I am required to refer every student that has a consent form to be seen. BUT I am supposed to assess them first, which is frustrating because if a...

  16. Harvey

    SchoolNursey replied to OldDude's topic in School

    I am a little late, but glad to hear you are ok. I have family in Orange, everything was under water. I'm outside of NOLA, so Katrina is still a fresh

  17. Too Many Visits - advice for teachers?

    SchoolNursey replied to moreoreo's topic in School

    I am currently dealing with this same problem, except I am in a middle school, 6th-8th with almost 900 students. I am only here 3 days a week, but see about 60+ daily. I have 14 daily meds also. My...

  18. School Nurse Documentation

    SchoolNursey replied to ljantzi's topic in School

    We use a computer charting system, but I document EVERYTHING! Every parent call, student encounter, etc. It has saved my behind more than

  19. Teachers, Parents and Students

    SchoolNursey replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    Mr. Nursex2 I like your perspective, I haven't thought about it that

  20. Teachers, Parents and Students

    SchoolNursey replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    UGHHHH...pet peeve of mine is ice on burns!!!! I want to send out a PSA next year that I do not give ice packs for burns!!!!! I have so many that come up for absolutely nothing. The "injuries"...

  21. Teachers, Parents and Students

    SchoolNursey replied to Keepstanding's topic in School

    You took the words right out of my mouth. I feel the exact same way. Especially the CYA and parents not

  22. HELP new school nurse/immunizations

    SchoolNursey replied to bandaidsplease's topic in School

    I sent you a PM with my email address.

  23. How many are members of NASN?

    SchoolNursey replied to verdeacres's topic in School

    I am a member and love it. The online forum is

  24. HELP new school nurse/immunizations

    SchoolNursey replied to bandaidsplease's topic in School

    You need to get access to LINKS. If you are in my area, I can put you in touch with my contact. I am always looking to reach out to other Louisiana nurses. You just missed our state conference, it...

  25. HELP new school nurse/immunizations

    SchoolNursey replied to bandaidsplease's topic in School

    I am a Louisiana School Nurse also! Message me your email and I can walk you through the process of immunizations! I can also inform you of the state mandated screenings. We do not have a State...