Welcome to my blog about health, nursing, caring, kindness and positive change. Our world is full of such negative influences and bad choices, today is the day to make a positive change both physically and mentally in your life.
ERNursesCare is a blog incorporating my nearly 30 years of experience in the healthcare field with my passion for helping others, I want it to encourage others with injury prevention, healthy living, hard hitting choices, hot topics and various ramblings from my unique sense of humor. Come along and enjoy your journey......
Every child seen here (and thousands more) DIED from 'playing' a 'game',
many died within minutes!! Please TAKE A MINUTE and SAVE FUTURE Kids
from the same fate. We need to win $10K in the Pepsi Refresh Everything
Grant Challenge to hold a National Conference to Educate on the Dangers
of the Choking Game.
Please join us in Saving lives - we need
your votes and texts! With only days left - we are extremely close to
winning to grant - but we desperately need more votes to get there. YOUR
Vote or Text could make the $10K difference and the difference in the
life of a child!!
Every person with a cell phone and/or email
and/or Facebook can place 1 Text and 2 online votes: one vote signing in
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Nurses need a little lift everyday and I hope these inspiring little messages help to paint some sunshine on your canvas today.
“Constant attention by a good nurse may be just as important as a major operation by a surgeon.”
– Dag Hammarskjold, Diplomat
“To do what nobody else will do, a way that nobody else can do, in spite of all we go through; that is to be a nurse.”
– Rawsi Williams, BSN, RN
“The trained nurse has become one of the great blessings of humanity, taking a place beside the physician and the priest.”
– William Osler, MD
“Panic plays no part in the training of a nurse.”
– Sister Elizabeth Kenny
“The most important practical lesson than can be given to nurses is to teach them what to observe.”
– Florence Nightingale
“Nurses may not be angels, but they are the next best thing.”
– Anonymous Patient
“Nurses dispense comfort, compassion, and caring without even a prescription.”
– Val Saintsbury
N-urturing
U-nderstanding
R-eally great
S-uper smart
E-ager to work hard!
“Nursing encompasses an art, a
humanistic orientation, a feeling for the value of the individual, and
an intuitive sense of ethics, and of theappropriateness of action taken.”
– Myrtle Aydelotte, PhD, RN, FAAN
“Nursing is an art: and if it
is to be made an art, it requires an exclusive devotion as hard a
preparation, as any painter’s or sculptor’s work; for what is the having
to do with dead canvas or dead marble, compared with having to do with
the living body, the temple of God’s spirit? It is one of the Fine Arts:
I had almost said, the finest of Fine Arts.”
- Florence Nightingale
“Whether a person is a male or female, a nurse is a nurse.”
- Gary Veale, RN
“We often think of nursing as
giving meds on time, checking an X-ray to see if the doctor needs to be
called, or taking an admission at 2:00 a.m. with a smile on our faces.
Too often, we forget all the other things that make our jobwhat it truly is—caringand having a desire to make a difference.”
- Erin Pettengill, RN, quoted in RN Modern Medicine
“Bound by paperwork, short on hands, sleep, and energy… nurses are rarely short on caring.”
- Sharon Hudacek, RN
“Our job as nurses is to cushion the sorrow and celebrate the joy, everyday, while we are ‘just doing our jobs.’”
- Christine Belle, RN, BSN
Have a wonderful weekend, this nurse is working her weekender duty in the ER, thank you to those of you that inspire me daily to keep doing what I do selflessly.
Even after 32 years in healthcare I still enjoy taking care of patients and making them feel better.
Quotes found via the "Scrubs.com" website, sign up for their newsletter, its a good one. I enjoy my emails from them.
Vintage nursing photos found all over the web, I love them.
Coin lithium button batteries can cause severe injuries when swallowed.
If you have spent anytime around young children you know that most things end
up
in their.........mouth (or sometimes ears). So what is the big
deal about swallowed objects? don't they just come out the "other end"?
Depends, on the size,
the object itself and where it might get lodged.
Look at this Xray and tell me what you see:
Electronic devices are a part of daily life. And they’re getting
smaller, slimmer and sleeker. But inside the battery compartment of mini
remote controls, small calculators, watches, key fobs, flame-less
candles, singing greeting cards and other electronics, may be a very
powerful coin-sized button battery. When swallowed, these batteries can
get stuck in the throat and cause severe burns. Small children often
have easy access to these devices, and many parents do not know there is
a risk.
Energizer is proud to be part of a new partnership addressing the safety
issue of children swallowing coin-size button batteries. Swallowing a
battery can cause serious health problems for your child. More than
3,400 lithium batteries were swallowed in 2010 and they can be found in
many common household devices.
Thank you to Energizer and Safe Kids USA, for being committed to helping parents
prevent children from swallowing coin-sized button batteries.
Please
be aware of the dangers around your household, pay close attention to
those little munchkins that have a fascination for all things, and keep
them safe.
Take the pledge here
Secure your devices and get counted here
Share this with your family and friends here
The science of designer drugs: essential review
October 8, 2011,
★★★★☆
Clinical toxicology of newer recreational drugs. Hill SL, Thomas SHL Clin Toxicol 2011;49:705-719.
Abstract
This essential article will probably be of most interest to chemical structure geeks (like me) and academics, but it is the best review I know that gets granular about the pharmacology of the many new designer drugs.
The authors did a comprehensive review of published medical literature involving new designer drugs. (Synthetic cannabinoids, synthetic cocaine , and GHB are not covered.)
They classify these drugs into four categories: piperazines phenethylamines
tryptamines piperidines
Piperazines are synthetic chemicals that do no exist in nature. Included in this group is BZP, a sympathomimetic stimulant with effects similar to those of amphetamine. BZP inhibits re-uptake of dopamine and norepinephrine. Phenethylamines include amphetamine, methamphetamine, and MDMA (ecstasy). Other examples are the synthetic cathinone mephedrone, MDPV (commonly found in “bath salts”), bromodragonFLY, and the 2C series. Phenethylamines are predominantly sympathomimetic stimulants, but can have varying degrees of psychoactive and hallucinogenic properties created by substitutions on the basic molecule. Tryptamines are derived from the amino acid tryptophan. Examples include psilocybin, LSD and DMT (a component used by Ayahuasca shamans). Tryptamines are primarily hallucinogenic rather than entactogenic or stimulant. Piperidines include desoxypipradrol (2-DPMP), a component of the designer drug “whack”. It has also been found recently in products sold as “Ivory Wave” bath salts. Piperidines are stimulants that can cause prolonged psychotic effects.
This classification scheme is very helpful in thinking about designer drugs, but has limited clinical usefulness.
In fact, when dealing with a patient who has been acutely exposed to a designer drug, the clinician is never certain exactly what chemical or chemicals are involved. Street products can contain a mixture of ingredients. Therefore, there are few specific recommendations regarding medical management in this paper.
The authors’ approach can be summed up by their last sentence:
The management of users with acute toxic effects is pragmatic and, in general, as for poisoning with longer established stimulant or hallucinogenic drugs such as amphetamines and MDMA.
With 169 references through 2011, this article should be in the files of anyone with more than a passing interest in the science of designer drugs.
The key to these synthetic drugs is the that they are just that synthetics, and they are mixed with other ingredients often, so you have no idea what the heck you are getting. Make a choice.......and die , that sums it up pretty much, we have body bags in all sizes, just hate to tell your momma that you made a stupid choice ;(
Leslie RN ~ don't let me catch you in the ER not being safe ;)
Halloween
is one of the most anticipated nights of the year for children, but our
first-of-its kind Halloween report shows some scary statistics!
Please take time to read this report, it is shocking what Halloween dangers are out there, keep your kids safe please!!
http://www.safekids.org/our-work/research/reports/halloween-research-report.pdf
Top tips to keep your kids safe on Halloween from Safe Kids USA
For parents and children:
Children under 12 should trick-or-treat and cross streets with an adult.
Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks.
Parents should remind children to watch for cars that are turning or
backing up.
Look left, right and left again when crossing and keep looking as you cross. Walk, don't run, across the street.
For drivers:
Slow down and be especially alert in residential neighborhoods.
Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.
Anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic and turn your headlights on
earlier in the day so you can spot children from greater distances.
Remember that costumes can limit children's visibility and they may not be able to see your vehicle.
Reduce any distractions inside your car so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.
Costumes and Treats
Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and choose light colored costumes to improve visibility.
Choose face paint and make-up instead of masks, which can obstruct a
child's vision. Look for non-toxic designations when choosing Halloween
makeup.
Avoid carrying sticks, swords, or other sharp objects.
Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights in order to see better, as well as to be seen by drivers.
Liquid in glow sticks is hazardous, so parents should remind children not to chew on or break them.
Check treats for signs of tampering before children are allowed to
eat them. Candy should be thrown away if the wrapper is faded or torn,
or if the candy is unwrapped.
By sharing the film and web site with others, you are taking a step towards raising awareness and preventing domestic violence.
We are connected to many people even beyond our family and close
friends. Share Amy’s story with your email list, your human resources
representative, your church congregation, your hairdresser, your hunting
buddies, your doctor, or the parents at your play dates and schools.
How do you share this important info? Go to the website posted and get ideas for facebook and Twitter posts, and the link to YouTube for the embed code to the videos
http://telling.psu.edu/share/index.html
Did you know that about ¼ of all women in the U.S. report that they have
experienced domestic violence? Support the fight to end domestic
violence! Watch Telling Amy’s Story and share the film and web site with
others. http://www.telling.psu.edu/
Please retweet to increase awareness against domestic violence. Share Amy’s Story! #tellingamy http://bit.ly/9dI4MY
Retweet if you are against domestic violence. Share, Discuss and Refer! Share Amy’s story! #tellingamy http://bit.ly/9dI4MY
Join Telling Amy’s Story FB page to get updates, news and
information and to help fight domestic violence #tellingamy
http://bit.ly/bVaGY0
We are proud partners of the Telling Amy’s Story project. Share the film and web site with others. http://bit.ly/bRDqiy
Did you know that about ¼ of all women in the U.S. report that
they have experienced domestic violence? Support the fight to end
domestic violence! Watch Telling Amy’s Story and share the film and web
site with others. http://www.telling.psu.edu/
Have you heard Amy’s story? Learn more about Telling Amy’s Story, a
documentary that follows the timeline of a domestic violence homicide.
Hosted by actress and advocate Mariska Hargitay. Play the trailer at:
http://www.telling.psu.edu/
Take a step towards raising awareness and preventing domestic
violence! Support Telling Amy’s Story at
http://www.facebook.com/tellingamysstory
Domestic Violence it’s not ok! Copy and paste this to your wall to
help raise awareness of domestic violence.
http://www.facebook.com/tellingamysstory
[YOUR ORGANIZATION NAME HERE] is proud to be a partner of the
Telling Amy's Story - Raising Awareness of Domestic Violence project!
Check out http://www.facebook.com/tellingamysstory and get updates on
the film's broadcast schedule at http://www.telling.psu.edu/
Facebook Users: From your profile, Attach » Link and copy/paste the following url: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pt0qoqFV6g Bloggers: Visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9pt0qoqFV6g and select ‹embed› for embed code.
Referrals:
You should enlist the assistance of a
professional advocate to connect with domestic violence services or to
explore other ways that you can help in the fight to end domestic
violence.
Domestic violence advocates are trained to help you in a way that
is best for your situation. Advocates can help you make safety plans,
negotiate law enforcement issues, arrange for shelter, contact local
resources, and set up counseling.
Advocates can also help you find volunteer opportunities or initiatives that help support victims of domestic violence. National numbers and hotlines
National
Domestic Violence Hotline advocates are available for victims and
anyone calling on their behalf to provide crisis intervention, safety
planning, and information and referrals to agencies in all 50 states,
Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The Centre County Women’s Resource Center (CCWRC) provides free and
confidential services for people who have experienced domestic abuse,
sexual violence, and stalking. Counselor/advocates are available to help
24 hours a day.
The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the National Network to End Domestic
Violence is a leading voice for domestic violence victims and their
allies. NNEDV represents and provides resources to the 56 statewide and
territorial coalitions against domestic violence, which serve nearly
2,000 local domestic violence programs across the country.
The mission of the Joyful Heart Foundation is to heal, educate, and
empower survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse
shed by shedding light into the darkness that surrounds these issues.
The
Verizon Wireless HopeLine program collects used wireless phones,
batteries, and accessories from any wireless service provider. These
unused wireless phones are then distributed to victims of domestic
violence to not only help them
feel safer and less isolated, but also provide them with a way to call
emergency or support services, employers, family, and friends.
Everyone has the right to live free of violence. The Family Violence
Prevention Fund works to prevent violence within the home, and in the
community, to help those whose lives are devastated by violence.
The Family Justice Center Alliance aims to create a network of national
and international Family Justice Centers and other models of co-located,
multi-agency service centers for victims of family violence and their
children with close working relationships, shared training and technical
assistance, collaborative learning processes, and coordinated funding
assistance.
Corporate Alliance to End Partner Violence (CAEPV)
The Corporate Alliance to End Partner Violence is a national nonprofit
organization dedicated to reducing the costs and consequences of partner
violence at work—and eliminating it altogether. From policies and
programs to legal issues and legislation, CAEPV is a credible source of
information, materials, and advice.
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV)
The mission of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence is to
organize for collective power by advancing the transformative work and
leadership of communities and individuals working to end domestic
violence.
Dress
for Success promoted economic independence for disadvantaged women by
providing professional attire, a network of support, and career
development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
A Call to Men challenges men to reconsider their long-held beliefs about
women, in an effort to create a more just society. They achieve this by
encouraging men to change their behaviors through re-education and
training that promote healthy manhood.
Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community
The
Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community
(IDVAAC) is an organization focused on the unique circumstances of
African Americans as they face issues related to domestic
violence—including intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder
maltreatment, and community violence. IDVAAC’s mission is to enhance
society’s understanding of and ability to end violence in the African
American community.
Please stay safe and make October your month of change!
The
Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community
(IDVAAC) is an organization focused on the unique circumstances of
African Americans as they face issues related to domestic
violence—including intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder
maltreatment, and community violence. IDVAAC’s mission is to enhance
society’s understanding of and ability to end violence in the African
American community.
