OldDude

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    Roll Call 2016-2017

    OldDude replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I'm a player, I have my name embroidered on my blue shirt in red, which of course is a very concentrated color of pink. So all is
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    Inhaler use prior to P.E.

    OldDude replied to Nurse.jen's topic in School

    I agree with you that you disagree with
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    Inhaler use prior to P.E.

    OldDude replied to Nurse.jen's topic in School

    Occasionally I see a bona fide case of EIB on the elementary level but it is very occasional and usually manifests as a result of recess, where kids exert themselves many times greater than they do at...
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    No extra insulin at school

    OldDude replied to Volleygram's topic in School

    Yes, mom has the right to override you. Don't fret over it. Call her if you need to but if you can't contact her it's unlikely one day at school with high BG will be an emergency. Just leave a voice...
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    New School Nurses

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    Inpatient psyche to middle school? Very similar environment!!!
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    Clinicals at a high school

    OldDude replied to LonghornChic's topic in School

    Show up with a stethoscope, interest, and enthusiasm, leave your cell phone in the car, and you'll learn a
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    Roll Call 2016-2017

    OldDude replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Introvert...haha...enjoy it now because after your first month as a school nurse you won't remember what that feels like!!
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    Bad omen???

    OldDude replied to kidzcare's topic in School

    Put 3 blades of grass on a piece of aluminum foil, sprinkle the grass with salt and pepper, fold the aluminum foil into a triangle and place it in a dark place with one point of the triangle facing...
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    Advice about moms that are teachers

    OldDude replied to Nurse.jen's topic in School

    Every time the kid comes to see you, send him directly to his mom's classroom with a note from you, indicating his temp and complaint, asking her what she wants to do. I deal with this often and this...
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    Roll Call 2016-2017

    OldDude replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    I'm in...it's about time you stuck your head in. Speaking of head - heads up. I've changed colors this school year. Blue long sleeve, 100% cotton, crew neck
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    Question regarding contract

    OldDude replied to Rcrcrn's topic in School

    The only thing I could think of that would affect your license is if you abandoned a patient or patients; which isn't possible because you don't have anyone to abandon. But...do you have a copy of the...
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    New School Nurses

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    As I mentioned above, prioritize and stay on target...don't get dragged out into the weeds. All the administrative stuff will eventually work itself out and really isn't relevant compared to student...
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    EpiPen Prices!!

    OldDude replied to BlondieRN0531's topic in School

    If I had to obtain epinephrine for my kids I'd talk my physician into prescribing me 2, 1ml ampules of 1:1000, which costs 5 to 10 dollars each, grab a handfull of syringes, take one set to school...
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    New School Nurses

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    "It gets better." There, everything is ok. Marathon is run but one step at a time grasshopper. Don't get side tracked with "stuff." Prioritize...Student health and safety top priority. When you're not...
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    Are Five Alternatives to ADHD Medication Right For You Or Your Child?

    OldDude replied to brenanpeak's topic in General Nursing

    I don't see a mention of the consequences of untreated ADD/ADHD; bad stuff - the information is out there. This is my 15th year as an elementary school nurse. Articles like this are completely...
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    essential oils

    OldDude replied to peacockblue's topic in School

    Let me clarify. We don't "administer" anything not approved for treatment of a diagnosis. For instance, I keep a bottle of an essential oil in my clinic for a student to rub on his feet at noon for...
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    essential oils

    OldDude replied to peacockblue's topic in School

    We don't allow anything that is not approved by the FDA for treatment of the MD diagnosis. Don't let this get out of
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    OldDude replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Red, long sleeve, 100% cotton, crew neck
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    New School Nurse/ Immunizations

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    Texas Minimum Vaccine Requirements for Students Grades K-12 here's the address for K thru 12
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    New School Nurse/ Immunizations

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    A complete Hib series is two doses plus a booster dose on or after 12 months of age (three doses total). If a child receives the first dose of Hib vaccine at 12 - 14 months of age, only one additional...
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    New School Nurse/ Immunizations

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    Yes, PK only requires 1 MMR and 1 Varicella. Here's PK: DTAP - 4 doses Polio - 3 doses MMR - One dose on or after the 1st birthday (up to 4 days prior to 1st birthday for MMR and varicella) Varicella...
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    New School Nurse/ Immunizations

    OldDude replied to VN2016's topic in School

    PM me, I'll give you my contact info, and I'll talk you through it. PK is the most confusing and most work because HIB and Pneumococcal are required. That goes away after age 5. It gets easier with KG...
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    Bad news

    OldDude replied to zombieghoast's topic in School

    Hey, best of luck to you and congratulations on getting a real nursing job!! Don't be a stranger; cuz...once a school nurse - always a school
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    9 month or 12 month pay?

    OldDude replied to KKEGS's topic in School

    Yea, what Jed
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    Final interview with HR

    OldDude replied to legreenwood's topic in School

    Nice!