OldDude

Pediatrics Retired

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    Wow embarrassed and really ticked off...

    OldDude replied to ABRN2012's topic in School

    llg, I hear what you are saying and you know we are on the same page on a lot of topics, but you would have to experience this environment day in and day out for you to witness the jaw dropping...
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    Wow embarrassed and really ticked off...

    OldDude replied to ABRN2012's topic in School

    It is pathetic but you see it every day in a myriad of representations. A few years ago our 4th grade teachers threw a fit because they couldn't have their planning period in the middle of a freakin...
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    Not today!!

    OldDude replied to Flare's topic in School

    BAM!! Another kid snatched from the jaws of death; school nurses, that's what we do!! Way to go Flare...rockin assessment and intervention. What heartache and grief you saved this child and family!...
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    Primary Care and Immunization Compliance

    OldDude replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    I'm not sure how they get away with it other than they have a standard parent declination form, since it's an "opt in" for parents to have the immunizations reported. Or they're just
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    I will advise them to do the research...Certified Therapy Dogs come at a great financial and training investment and have assigned handlers who are in their attendance at all
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    Parents like you reinforce there are still realists out there. Thank You! That boy is lucky to have you as his
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    SPOT Screener

    OldDude replied to OldDude's topic in School

    I hear ya...The SPOT displays the reason/reasons for "Complete Exam Recommended" versus "All Measurements in Range" after each screen. If I see astigmatism only, I'll rescreen those with the wall...
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    There is nothing in public school that is "not a big
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    I think the issue here is that Therapy dogs are not a part of any individual care plan and don't fall into ADA requirements...like service dogs. The comparison will rile some but therapy dogs are like...
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    Primary Care and Immunization Compliance

    OldDude replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    Vewy
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    Guidance please

    OldDude replied to naveiak's topic in School

    In the same vein of caution and ambiguity as you introduced your post you could describe circumstances as long as anyone could not connect the dots and identify personal information about these guys....
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    Guidance please

    OldDude replied to naveiak's topic in School

    What usually happens in such cases is the child's grades will continue to be so bad, or the behavior prevents classroom success, and when talk of holding them back starts, or they are held back and...
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    Low unemployment

    OldDude replied to KSjo88's topic in Nursing Career

    It will continue as you describe as long as the hospital can procure warm bodies with a license to work for them; even if they have to pay more for travel nurses because they know in the long term it...
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    Primary Care and Immunization Compliance

    OldDude replied to MHDNURSE's topic in School

    We have two pediatric offices in town; both of which are part of a large multi office operation in the area. They stock immunizations and I'm sure they get them at a volume discount. I believe they've...
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    OldDude replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    there are plenty of chairs
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    EYES!!!

    OldDude replied to T-ROD's topic in School

    ...sorry
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    Weird reasons to come to school nurse?

    OldDude replied to Avill's topic in School

    I still print up a form letter to the Tooth Fairy for such occasions. It says, "Dear Tooth Fairy. Little Darlin's tooth came out at school today but she lost it. I know you'll understand." "Sincerely,...
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    That's So Fetch! (Pink Wednesdays)

    OldDude replied to Farawyn's topic in School

    Have seat with
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    Spineless administration...pure and
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    EYES!!!

    OldDude replied to T-ROD's topic in School

    It checks near and far vision. Of course in Texas near vision screening is not required. Again in Texas you can SPOT screen "through" age 5, so that would account for most of
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    There is a difference. A Therapy dog must undergo extensive training, be bonded and insured, and isn't assigned to one particular individual, like a service dog. They are subjected to intense...
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    SPOT Screener

    OldDude replied to OldDude's topic in School

    It's an automatic screening device made by Welch Allyn that looks somewhat like a big camera. It displays a light in its lens and all the kids have to do is look at the light from about 3 feet away....
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    Medication Changes

    OldDude replied to PediNurseNYC's topic in School

    My district tried online registration for the student health information last year. It was an utter disaster. It was confusing for the parents, "explanations" for conditions did not carry over, and if...
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    Therapy dogs and Allergies

    OldDude replied to NutmeggeRN's topic in School

    What's the policy for this at your
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    Presentation to kindergarteners as a Community Helper

    OldDude replied to Nurse92680's topic in General Nursing

    Your task is not possible. Don't accept the