OldDude

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    Molluscum Contagiosum

    OldDude replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    For what? Molluscum or warts or
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    Pittsburg in the news

    OldDude replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    I don't know about your state but in Texas all we need for a student to self-carry is a note from his/her doctor along with the management plan. Bingo -
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    Old Dude or other Tx nurses...is it true?

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    the other part of the "aware" sentence is "of the fact." I think that is the key - "fact" as in reality, truth, actuality. I'm hoping for a clarification of this poorly worded
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    Molluscum Contagiosum

    OldDude replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    There just isn't any reference to warts on the entire DOH website; just genital warts, HPV immunizations, etc. I've never run across a situation where they couldn't be covered until treatment and...
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    Molluscum Contagiosum

    OldDude replied to chasinRT's topic in School

    Warts aren't on the Texas list of conditions by which kids are excluded from school or other precautions to prevent transmission. So, I'd be hard pressed to do anything beyond what you are
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    Back to my original post on this subject. The school should provide the food, let the kids eat what they want when they come through the line, and forget about it. Offer a balanced meal but if the kid...
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    How about a law to deal with this. Cashier stops the lunch line to deal with a student on the free lunch program..."you don't have a fruit, you have to have a fruit or you can't get a meal, now go...
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    I agree, totally, but my point is where is the origin of the lunch shaming? Who has pointed this out as being something negative and who has perpetuated it? Couldn't it just as easily be represented...
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    Pittsburg in the news

    OldDude replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    I know Far knew you know she knew you both knew what you were talking
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    EXACTLY!!! MR...how about putting a stop to the lunch shaming??????? Isn't this a form of
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    Implementing new programs

    OldDude replied to NurseMrn's topic in School

    Were the teachers given the same request to enhance their education
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    So what if the negative balance isn't worked
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    Implementing new programs

    OldDude replied to NurseMrn's topic in School

    So if your principal wants you to enhance your program what areas did he indicate need enhancing? What is the goal; from what to
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    Pittsburg in the news

    OldDude replied to ruby_jane's topic in School

    I agree. Something isn't being reported correctly or something is omitted. Here is an example of my last post on the Insurance thread. All someone has to do is accuse you of something and you are...
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    "She can't do anything"

    OldDude replied to kkbb's topic in School

    Please keep us
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    "She can't do anything"

    OldDude replied to kkbb's topic in School

    The first thing I would do is contact the teacher and get her/his input about what your son said took place. I'm not saying the teacher didn't tell him that but my experience is most teachers would...
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    I'll withhold further comment until we hear from
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    Should I purchase liability insurance?

    OldDude replied to ang888's topic in School

    I'm not sure I got my point across. Examine your policies and identify what the coverage is and what the coverage isn't. In today's environment, a negative allegation against you requires you to prove...
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    If your school isn't all free/reduced meals...

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    "Lunch shaming?" I have never heard that term. What is the solution/replacement for doing away with the cheese sandwich and milk provision for those not qualifying for free lunch but have a negative...
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    So many sick kids today...

    OldDude replied to Amethya's topic in School

    I try not to use my sick days when I'm sick...I'd rather use them for fun
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    So many sick kids today...

    OldDude replied to Amethya's topic in School

    You are not allowed to be sick. You should check the fine print of your contract..."prohibited from being sick during the school year." You could be terminated - no wait - the punishment is you will...
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    Should I purchase liability insurance?

    OldDude replied to ang888's topic in School

    I belong to no organizations or a union. There are possibilities in the school setting (different from the hospital r clinic setting) where a nurse may have to defend themselves for a reason not...
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    Faking on vision screens

    OldDude replied to unexpectedllama's topic in School

    I use the fake glasses too, that usually nails it. I also play a game where I pick a letter they can read and tell them I challenge them to see how fast they can react, by telling me what it is, when...
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    Old Dude or other Tx nurses...is it true?

    OldDude replied to SaltineQueen's topic in School

    I'm sure you understand your child will be exposed to all types of contagious illnesses at school. Likewise you monitor them for illness. Head lice are present in every elementary school across the...
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    C'Mon Now!

    OldDude replied to OyWithThePoodles's topic in School

    Sully? Strange? I haven't