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Jami Fregeau
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Dr. Kimberly Douglass joins this episode (originally recorded on The Neurodivergent Nurse Podcast) to discuss what is behind the difficulties of receiving a diagnosis of ADHD for Black Americans. She discusses how symptoms in Black children are ignored as we look at issues such as the school to prison pipleline, the racial and ethnic disparities across the entire healthcare spectrum, implicit bias with diagnosing Black Americans, community stigma and more. Dr. Douglass has formed an encouraging community with her presence on TikTok (drkimberlydouglass) where she shares her knowledge of all things Neurodivergence ranging from Autism to needs of executive functioning to the reminders we all need to hear that we are whole today and deserving of quality of life.
About the CDC-Kaiser ACE Study https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/about.html
School to prison pipeline http://www.justicepolicy.org/news/8775
Children left behind https://www.additudemag.com/race-and-adhd-how-people-of-color-get-left-behind/
If you enjoyed this information about ADHD and Mental health be sure to find The Neurodivergent Nurse on Instagram for more information and encouragement.
The Neurodivergent Nurse also has a weekly podcast to help enlighten and discuss all things ADHD. You don't have to be a nurse to find the information useful.
Also follow The Neurodivergent Nurse on TikTok for fun videos that I assure you will make you feel seen.
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Another installment of On The Road Ramblings where you get a chat before the day has it's chance to impact my thoughts and emotions. As always these episodes recorded on the road are always raw and unedited. On this episode Jami reflects back on her two worst days in her nursing career one in which she was assaulted and another that left a forever token that she carries every day into her career.
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Episode two just dropped on the podcast, The Neurodivergent Nurse. The episode offers six quick reminders for those who struggle Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Listen and enjoy, but don't forget to subscribe to the other podcast. They won't be played on First Do No Harm Forever (but probably until all the major platforms start playing the content! Enjoy!
https://www.additudemag.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-and-adhd/
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Brand new podcast just launched today! The Neurodivergent Nurse. It is all things ADHD and my raw and funny journey as we discover what it means to be an adult (woman) with ADHD. I'm sharing the very first episode with you on First Do No Harm. If you love it then be sure to find it on your favorite listening platform and subscribe so you don't have to miss a single episode!
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Let's talk a bit about anxiety. 2020 was no doubt the year of the nurse. While this episode is geared towards newer nurses, it has great tips and reminders for those of us who are beginning our new career, new job, new specialty. Realize anxiety is normal, but you are stronger than your anxiety.
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"I’m okay if it hurts and I’m okay if I feel uncomfortable because I would rather have truth than to block what I’m feeling. It’s part of being human, it’s part of being a nurse and it’s part of being a father." - Nurse Papa
This week David (aka Nurse Papa) joins the show to talk about what it's like to care for children with cancer. He shares some of his most treasured memories and lessons he's learned that we can all take something from. David also shares a bit about his upcoming book, Nurse Papa: 16 Meditations From A Pediatric Oncology Nurse to be released August 2021. We also chat about his podcast, Nurse Papa where he covers all things parenthood. If you would like to e-mail him and ask a question to be answered on his show you can do so at David@nursepapathebook.com.
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I read a post from Nurse_Haskins that said, "Dear NURSING students" Don't allow ANYONE to rush you to the finish line. It took ME over 20 years to go from CNA to FNP and some of those SAME PEOPLE have dropped out of the race."
This caused me to reflect back to my own journey. 10 years later I proudly wear a bracelet my mom bought me that says, "She Believed She Could So She Did."
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There are many fears in the United States of America circulating around the new president, Joe Biden. One of the fears include socialized medicine/Universal Healthcare. In the United States we don’t fully grasp what it includes and there are countless myths and misconceptions when discussing such issues. First Do No Harm dives into the issue by having the hosts of Gritty Nurse Podcast (one of my favorites) on to discuss what Universal Health Care means in their country (Canada). I hope you enjoy listening to these two nurses as they educate me on what the realism of such construct really means.
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In the 17th Century the author Jonathan Swift wrote: “Falsehood flies, and the truth comes limping after it.” In the year 2020 it is apparent falsehood flies as fast as ever in our own, supposedly scientific times.
A survey by the Pew Research Center found that a quarter of U.S. adults believe that there's at least some truth to a conspiracy theory that the coronavirus pandemic was intentionally started. Others allege that the outbreak isn't as bad as reported, that a quarter-million Americans haven't died. Official narratives and figures are questioned.
The confusion that seems infectious has real and serious consequences.
For this weeks episode my guest is Thomas Bowman, a partner with Resolute Strategy, a full-service strategic consulting firm in Richmond Virginia who has been studying covid19 and the conspiracies since March of 2o2o. We chat about how his company got started in debunking the conspiracies and where they originate. We also chat about the funniest ones he has covered in his TikTok account Resolutstrat.
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As always On The Road Ramblings is a portion of the podcast recorded in the early mornings in the way to work before mind becomes polluted by the day. It is always raw and unedited. I received my COVID19 Vaccine 8 days ago and wanted to touch base about the adverse effects I experienced. I also wanted to remind you of some positive reminders if you're finding yourself working in healthcare this holiday season. Happy and safe wishes to you all
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This miniseries is recorded as always on my way to work. It's raw an unedited. Today we briefly chat about an article of a couple who died of covid19 recently in the ICU holding hands. These people who have passed away have faces. Today at 2:20pm I am making history and getting the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine. Be sure to like my facebook page First Do No Harm Podcast to get all the updates of side effects and whatever may come. Let's put an end to this together. 💓
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Being questioned, "What happened to sweet Jami" caused internal reflection. As I compare myself today to who I was 10 years ago I realized this family friend was right. I am so different and no longer seemingly timid and docile. As I continued to reflect, I realize the change came as I grew in the world of nursing. Being a nurse doesn't change you, but it should. If you are thinking about becoming a nurse, if you're currently a nurse, or a retired nurse tune in to see if you think these attributes are those that describe you. Be sure to like and leave a comment on your favorite listening platform. You can also find First Do No Harm on Instagram (First.Do.No.Harm.Podcast), Twitter (@1st_do_noharm), and Facebook page (First Do No Harm Podcast). Feel free to drop an Email @ 1stdonoharm.podcast@gmail.com and subscribe at www.hopeforhumankindness.com And if you're not interested in being a patreon, you can certainly buy a coffee for my late night editing. Nurses love their coffee. buymeacoff.ee/1stdonoharm
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On this episode SAM, a registered nurse joins me to discuss COVID19 vaccines as well as her journey of contracting the coronavirus in March. The two vaccines we focus the most on are Moderna and Pfizer. We discuss the update of the two per their latest study results. We discuss our views and feelings about the vaccines as healthcare workers. Will we agree to take the vaccine when it becomes available? Tune in to find out and our reasons behind our choices.
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Information about the Moderna Vaccine:
https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/promising-interim-results-clinical-trial-nih-moderna-covid-19-vaccine
https://investors.modernatx.com/news-releases/news-release-details/modernas-covid-19-vaccine-candidate-meets-its-primary-efficacy
Information about the Pfizer Vaccine:
https://www.pfizer.com/news/press-release/press-release-detail/pfizer-and-biontech-conclude-phase-3-study-covid-19-vaccine
https://www.pfizer.com/news/hot-topics/our_covid_19_vaccine_study_what_s_next
FDA and Emergency Use Authorization (EUA):
https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/mcm-legal-regulatory-and-policy-framework/emergency-use-authorization
How the influenza strain is determined for seasonal vaccine:
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/vaccine-selection.htm
Additional information on COVID19 Vaccines:
https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/coronavirus-disease-(covid-19)-vaccines?gclid=CjwKCAiAtej9BRAvEiwA0UAWXp9ZgxjzvLFwHL1awT1tDezR2qCkAl4aVnmyzJ4mq5e_v9hbitS5axoCSsoQAvD_BwE
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Is your world feeling heavy right now? Are you in fear because the potential direction of this Country? Tune in to scrape the surface together.
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So, please don’t speak to me of “healing”
because you cannot know what healing means
until you know the hurt. - Adam Lawrence Dyer
Today is a monumental day as we have a new President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. Unique Morgan Dunston, an activist and beautiful soul from Alabama joins the podcast today to discuss what the new administration means to her. She answers uncomfortable questions posed by those in the community of Marshall County, Alabama. Most importantly, so helps give insight on how the community of People of Color view the shift of power in the presidency.
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A break was taken after I questioned about making a difference in the world. The last few weeks have been those of reflection and revelation. As Ralph Waldo stated, “To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” Let’s be successful people together.
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Let's all take a week and stop focusing on the world around us. Let's take a safe pause away from the negativity we are allowing into our headspace, let's take a test aware from trying to create a better area for others. Our minds, emotions, energy, anger, empathy, frustration, "how to help" list, etc is all over the place. While our focus is so outward I want you to take 20 minutes and chat with me about how we can continue to focus on First Do(ing) No Harm, but instead of allowing that focus to be on others, let's make it about you. You matter too. Your mental, physical, and emotional peace deserves attention at the moment. On today's episode I'm going to give you 31 scientifically proven ways to boost your mental take. Be sure to take notes, or just listen again. Don't forget to rate this podcast on Apple Podcast, share with your friends, and be sure to subscribe and drop some comments to share what you think of this week's episode. Check out the Etsy Shop of paintings HERE inspired by the podcast and the world today. Peace and Serenity painting specifically relates to this episode. Take her home today! Information about how to boost your mental health found HERE Also if you need someone feel free to join the First Do No Harm Podcast facebook page First.Do.No.Harm.Podcast on Instagram @1st_do_noharm on twitter. Or email me at 1stdonoharm.podcast@ gmail.com
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This episode is brought to you raw and unedited before my emotions are polluted by experiences of the day. I always wanted to be seen in the best light and never wanted to make waves. After all Jesus said "Blessed are the peacemakers.." (Matthew 5:9) right? As I look out at the world and the bold statements people are making that minimize others I also reflect to “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.” -Proverbs 31:8-9
I have begun to speak out to defend those who are suffering as our country minimizes their pain. By doing so, I was most recently called a radical, a leftist, socialist, for speaking out for human rights. This caused me to ponder, am I radical? Is it radical that we all deserve to same rights as our neighbor? Is it radical to believe in our scientists, that our planet is changing and we need to protect it? Is it radical that I believe the homeless man on 3rd street deserves healthcare and the opportunity to live as long as he desires? Is it radical that when I read the Bible that "God so loved the world..." he meant the world beyond the USA? Is it radical to believe that pro-life extends outside the womb? That we should value the lives of our Muslim neighbors, our gay neighbors, our black neighbors, our trans neighbors? Is it radical to believe that giving is better than greed, that kindness and compassion are better than contempt?
When they call me radical, do they really mean humane?
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9/11/2001. My facebook feed was full of stories of how people reflected on what they were doing the moment they heard or watched the attack as the planes crashed into the towers. Our country was one full of fear, full of mourning for those that died beneath the rubble. We came together, united. 2,977 lives were lost that terrible day. We welcomed the changes that came to prevent another attack that could kill a mass amount of people again. TSA was formed. We gladly jumped through the hoops, we rolled with the changes of the early times to get to the airports, the new guidelines that would be put in place.
9/11/2020 Our country is in the midst of a pandemic. Almost 200,000 lives have been lost so far. How are we handling the pain and devastation we are going through as a country 19 years later?
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“Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to open the doors of opportunity to all of God's children. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quicksands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood.” ― Martin Luther King Jr., I Have a Dream: Writings and Speeches That Changed the World
There's so much that we cannot understand until we take the time to understand why people feel the way they do. I invite you to sit with Nurse Q, as we talk about the emotional tribulation that he has experienced with the police brutality currently being publicized. We start off with a fun quiz about current state of Black and White Americans before we dive into the injustice being witnessed. ACLED Data of the peaceful protests: https://acleddata.com/2020/09/03/demonstrations-political-violence-in-america-new-data-for-summer-2020/
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"Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another." - Alfred Adler
This segment, On The Road Ramblings is recorded (safely) bright and early on my long commute to work. These are the moments of purest thought unaffected by events of the day. This episode is also raw and unedited.
I was asked by a patient recently, "Do you understand what this Black Lives Matter is all about? I thought all lives matter?"
Recent conversations from people in my community have had an undertone of frustration at situations and stances that are not understood. As I asked myself the causation of the frustration I kept coming back to the word "empathy." I was taught in an Ethics & Society class in college that empathy is easiest understood as the ability to understand the emotion of another person without having to experience their situation personally.
This episode will hopefully give you encouragement on how to curb the anger you may feel with the #BLM as well as the other issues taking up space in our world and turn it into something that can benefit yourself as well as others.
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"There is no way to genuinely, powerfully, truly love yourself while crafting a mask of perfection."
Another early morning recording while on the way to work. Do you fear people seeing who you really are flaws and all? The reality is none of us are perfect humans. We all have things that we are not proud of, we have shortcomings that we wish we could change. Having flaws and making mistakes are part of life and who we are.
We need to learn to embrace the mistakes we have made while navigating through this life. Some of my darkest days I wish I had someone who went through a similar path to encourage me that there is light at the end, that I am not the only person who made a wrong choice, that I was still worthy and valuable even though I made poor choices.
Be kind. Be loving. Meet people where they are and be the light that reminds others they are worthy.
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So many accusations and uncertainties are flying around about this deadly virus. Many of them I personally receive as I continue to keep the general population up to date. Are they right? Do I have an ulterior motive? Tune in and find out.
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"You really don't know anything about life until you've experienced it."
Dr. Naheed Dosani is a palliative care physician who cares for homeless that focuses on dignity and compassion, whether in a shelter or on the street. He joins today's episode to discuss the patient that was a catalyst in determining the direction of medicine he would take, health as a social factor, the fact that Covid19 is not the great equalizer as we have been told, and the importance of caring for others for who they are, where they are.
If you would like to check out his Ted talk you can here
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If you enjoyed the blog excerpt by Robert Good you can find more of his material here
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It seems the whole world has shut down during this pandemic. One that has certainly changed, but remains a constant is the school system and education. Today's guest, Joe Henderson is a middle school math teacher who shares his experiences with the changes that have come to pass during this pandemic. He discusses the initial changes, the good that has come from it, as well has his personal thoughts on how the system will be able to go about opening safely for students in the future.
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In the midst of a pandemic who doesn't need a break from the conspiracy theories and the the death and infection toll? Today's episode shares a few stories to restore your faith in humanity and find the silver lining of the pandemic. Most importantly, don't hesitate to reach out if you feel you are suffering. These are hard times, and I am here for you.
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National Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and providers about the importance of advance care planning. What better time to discuss this topic than in the middle of a pandemic. I hope you listen in as I speak with my guest who worked not only at the bedside as an ICU and Emergency Room Nurse, but also in the legal field.
https://communities.americanhealthlaw.org/healthlawweek2020/national-healthcare-decision-day
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Who wins the trivia trophy between Jami and Joe? Jami cleary won the dad jokes secition on the last episode, so let's find out who knew the most about Easter trivia!
We hope everyone is staying home and staying safe. Just rememer, this won't last forever. But while time is ticking, what can we do to make your day a bit brighter?
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Let's take a break from all the covid19 crap and let's have a Pandemic Palate Cleanser of mindnumbing Dad jokes. Joe joins me today and we throw 15 dad jokes at each other. Who has the best material?
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Tune in to listen to an interview with an ICU nurse who is in the trenches of COVID19 and the discussion of our limited resources. What is the proper mask to use? Should they be used multiple times? Should the masks be sanitized as President Trump suggested? Special thank you to Fuzail Haq for being a donor of First Do No Harm. If you have any questions, comments or concerns be sure to reach out. First Do No Harm Podcast page on facebook Twitter: @1st_do_noharm Instagram: First.Do.No.Harm.Podcast 1stdonoharm.podcast@gmail.com
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This week First Do No Harm had a phenomenal guest to talk about Palliative Care. This episode is a bit more about the hospital side, but information we should all be aware of. Adrianne Behning, the host of Nursing Uncensored Podcast joins the podcast as a specialist who has spent years of her career dealing with palliative care. She digs into what palliative care means for the patient as well as the family as well the beautiful ways of caring for those who choose the palliative care route.
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Tune in to have your questions answered. If you get sick with CoVid-19 can you infect your pets? Do the masks help prevent the spread? Is there a vaccine? Also, enjoy yourself with a fact or fiction game portion on the podcast.
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CoVid-19 Let’s get some facts straight. This episode we are going to hit the meat and potatoes. Part One: What is it? Where did it come from? What is it like? How is the virus spread? What can I do to prevent the spread and prepare my children and home? What type of population is most at risk? How to get your household prepared for CoVid-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/home/get-your-household-ready-for-COVID-19.html FAQ from World Health Organization: https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/share-facts.html Check out this episode get the first important factual information via the CDC an WHO. And first steps to take to get your home read. On Saturday a second episode will be released to include the difference between flu and CoVid-19. Is there a vaccine any time soon for CoVid 19? Does it ago away when it’s warm in the spring (April)? Facts vs. Fiction? Exactly HOW contagious is it? Next Episode will be the super detailed on Saturday to give you a gauge of comparison so you can decide how fearful or confident you need to be. Get in touch with me via: Twitter: @1st_do_noharm IG: first.do.no.harm.podcast Gmail: 1stdonoharm.podcast@gmail.com Facebook: Jami Fregeau or First Do No Harm Podcast Page www.hopeforhumankindness.com
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On this episode we discuss the No-ID voter and the fact that some voters have no form of ID exclusions can apply if they have previously voted. Some states allow utility bills with current address. Federal law requires all first-time voters who do not supply information that can be verified against other state or federal databases at the time they register to show some form of ID when they vote.
The Procrastinating voter and the fact that very few states allow late or in-person same-day voter registration. The fact is most deadlines range from two weeks to 30 days before Election day and voters who fail to register by the specified date cannot cast a ballot.
The Eager Student Voter may face complications since there is a smaller proportion of students that have a driver’s license than in the 1980’s. There are a few ways for students to vote even if they don’t have a license, so parent’s LISTEN UP and help your kid exercise their right to vote.
The Working Parent Voter has difficulties in voting because they are likely not to be able to take a day off work to go vote. Plus it can go against some of our attendance records. Some states allow absentee ballots and early voting. Some do not. Learn about what some states allow and check the link below if your state participates in paid time off to cast your vote.
Lastly I discuss Felony Voters. This is the one I was completely in the dark about until about a week ago. Times are changing and those who have previously had felony charges are likely to be able to vote. While the ability between states vary (some require if convicted of a previous felony charge, one must be off probation and nothing outstanding.) Regardless, check the link below for tools to help get registered to vote if you have a previous felony conviction.
2020 Presidential election calender:
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/us/elections/2020-presidential-election-calendar.html
Lookup to insure you are actively registered to vote:
https://www.vote.org/am-i-registered-to-vote/
Check voting rights in your state:
https://www.rockthevote.org/understanding-voting-rights/know-your-voting-rights/
Do you get time off to vote?:
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/paid-time-off-to-vote-where-your-state-falls
Tools to help restore your right to vote post felony conviction:
https://campaignlegal.org/cases-actions/restore-your-vote-felony-rights-restoration
Donate to Make-A-Wish Foundation through Stephanie Harrison’s team:
https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/Trailblaze/Make-A-WishEasternNorthCarolina?px=5140960&pg=personal&fr_id=3471
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At 16 years old Carlos set out towards America. He took a journey towards a better life. However Carlos was detained at the border during a time the numbers of those being detained were critical. What happens to him next should have never happened to a child. The Flu is here this season in full force. I also discuss with you the current numbers in American- how many sickness, hospitalizations and deaths that have taken it's toll on those who live in the states and what you can do to protect yourself and your family.
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This is a special segment of First Do No Harm that highlights everyday heroes that are part of the crusade to spread love and kindness in our world. Meet Will, or to many, Dad. Will tells the story that sparked starting his facebook page I'm Your Dad Now. He was stunned to find out how many children are in the foster system hoping to be adopted after being left homeless by their families after coming out as part of the LGBTQ community. Tune into the episode to learn more about Will and all he's doing for his community.
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With a quick review of the case of Stacey Stites and the conviction of Rodney Reed to receive the death penalty. Lawyers faught long and hard for Mr. Reed to receive a second hearing. Why? Tune in and find out.
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Stacey was engaged to be married to a handsome police officer. She was found murdered early April. Her culprit convicted a year later, or so it seemed..
Tune in next week when we further explore this case and all the facts surrounding capital punishment.
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The 7th episode of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 10 tales about sleep. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
1. Drinking a glass of warm milk will help you sleep.
- Never wake a sleep walker because it can cause a heart attack, shock or brain damage.
3. If you can’t sleep you should count sheep to fall asleep.
4. During sleep your brain rests
5. You need 8 hours of sleep per night
6. The Scent of lavender helps you sleep.
7. Getting enough beauty sleep can help you look better.
8. A warm bath before bed will help you fall asleep.
9. Eating cheese late at night will give you crazy dreams.
10. A cup of herbal tea will help you fall asleep faster
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The 6th episode of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 8 tales about animals. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
An elephant never forgets
Camels store water in their humps
Crocodiles are crybabies
Ostriches bury their head in the sand when they are scared or threatened
Frogs croak loudly when rain is coming
Chocolate is toxic for dogs
Mother birds will reject their babies if they’ve been touched by humans
If you have a wound let your dog lick it to help it heal
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The 5th of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 8 tales about food and drink. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
Eating a tomato helps prevent sunburn
Oats help soothe bug bites
Eating turkey makes you sleepy
Alcohol helps you sleep
Spicy foods will cause you to have an ulcer
A spoonful of honey is good for coughs
Chocolate causes acne
Drinking water helps you lose weight
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The 4th of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 8 tales about home remedies. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out! How did you do?
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The 3rd of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 6 tales about health. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
Knuckle cracking causes arthritis
Chicken soup can cure a cold.
Your mouth is dirtier than a toilet seat.
If you eat too many carrots you’ll turn orange.
Sneezing too hard can cause a stroke.
Reading in dim light will damage your eyes.
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The 2nd of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 6 tales about weather. Half are true, Half are false. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
It’s so hot you can fry an egg on the sidewalk.
A fuzzy Caterpillar can shed light on winter weather.
A red sky at night, sailor’s delight. A red sky in the morning, sailor’s warning
You’ll catch a cold if you go outside with wet hair
You can find out the temperature, by listening to how many times a cricket chirps
The sharper the blast, the sooner ‘tis past.
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The first of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 4 tales about pregnancy. Two are true, two are false. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
Heartburn while you carry means your body will be hairy. Fact or Fiction?
You can't get pregnant while you're breastfeading. Fact or Fiction?
Eat your veggies now and your babies will love them later. Fact or Fiction?
If you're carrying low you're having a boy. If you're carrying high you're having a girl. Fact or Fiction?
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Hey Honey, sweetie, baby!
On this week’s episode it is just you and me. I reflect back on a lesson that is taught to all those who prepare to care for those in the healthcare setting. It is the way in which we talk to and address others. I reflect back on several people who triggered me in simple conversation and what YOU and I both can do to ensure we don't make others feel such a way.
A group of highly anxious individuals performed at least six acts of kindness a week. After one month, there was a significant increase in positive moods, relationship satisfaction and a decrease in social avoidance in socially anxious individuals. https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/the-science-of-kindness Christen and I decided to try this out for the month of July. You should too! Upload pictures with #hopeforhumankindness or simply send us pics or updates and we will send you a goodie in the mail in August!
Since this week focused so much on the impact words can have on people, I'm including the link to Chemo Angel where signing up to send a card to someone undergoing chemo can make a difference in their week. It is something I actively participate in and encourage you to do the same. http://becancerpositive.org/the-chemo-angels/
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"My pain isn't who I am, but it controls what I can do, and in this world what you can do is a huge measure of who you are." -unknown
In this week’s episode we chat about night shift versus day shift and which is the coveted position in the world of healthcare. We also discuss chronic pain. In the midst of an opioid epidemic it is becoming increasingly difficult to get pain medication in seek of relief. At times the medications barely feel like a bandaid. As a sufferer of chronic pain I began looking for a way to decrease my pain in hopes to have the ability to run again- an action I was told would remain in my past. I’ve have successfully been able to run and go from taking almost 4grams of Tylenol a day for pain to rarely taking it! We discuss the pathophysiology of how pain works and the circuit pathway in relation to the brain. We go through proven research on ways to train your brain to communicate differently to rewire your brain into tolerating what those with chronic pain suffer from. Listen to the podcast with an open mind, try it out and share with us the changes you experience to help encourage others.
https://invisibleproject.org/donate/ is our organization of choice this week that helps those who suffer from pain.
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“To have control of my own mind.. to go with dignity is less terrifying. When I look at both options I have to die, I feel this is far more humane.” –Brittany Maynard
Maine just became the 8th state plus Washington DC to legalize physician assisted suicide, also known as physician assisted death. It has been a topic of controversy since 1990’s. Tina from the podcast Good Nurse Bad Nurse joins the show this week to discuss how she views life and what it means to die with dignity. She also shares an experience that happened at a hospital she once worked at that included a husband who simply could not handle the suffering he witnessed his wife going through daily and an unfortunate turn of events.
Links associated with today’s podcast:
The story of the Emerick’s: https://time.com/5179977/assisted-suicide-couple-death/
Guidelines for physician assisted suicide by state: https://www.cnn.com/2014/11/26/us/physician-assisted-suicide-fast-facts/index.html
How to check out Good Nurse Bad Nurse:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GNBNpodcast/
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Website: https://goodnursebadnurse.com/
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-nurse-bad-nurse/id1386501897
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If you are looking for a good cause to donate to, check out Carolina Caring. My grandmother was cared for by the beautiful souls during her time in palliative care. It is a place that became home to her the last 8 months of her life and those who took such great care of her in 2012 are still our family members to this day. I encourage you to donate to a great organization.
Donate Here: https://www.carolinacaring.org/give
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Every single act of kindness, no matter how small has a ripple effect.
I quizzed social media asking what one thing can (scientifically) INCREASE love, energy, happiness, pleasure and your life span. The same one thing can act as an antidepressant. It can DECREASE stress, pain, anxiety, depression and high blood pressure.
Some of our favorite guesses included pets, vacation with someone you love, being outdoors, and a couple more.
Listen to Christen and I discuss Kindness and the ways in which we find ourselves struggling as well.
We learned "A group of highly anxious individuals performed at least six acts of kindness a week. After one month, there was a significant increase in positive moods, relationship satisfaction and a decrease in social avoidance in socially anxious individuals. University of British Columbia Study" We all could use improvement in our moods and satisfaction, right? We decided that the month of July we are going to take part in a challenge to perform 6 acts of kindness a week and we want you to join! More details in the podcast.
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This week we want to highlight a nonprofit organization, Girls Rock! Phoenix that empowers girls through music education, creation, and performance. Girls Rock! Phoenix links to signup to volunteer and/or donate: https://girlsrockphoenix.org/donate & https://www.girlsrockcampalliance.org
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It is no secret that it is my mission to open the eyes and minds of people that we can all begin to understand one another and in return spread kindness through our differences.
In the Season Finale of First Do No Harm we dial back to find out where it all began for me. My mom, Jan Jackson is the guest on the show (and my biggest support system with this podcast) and she and I chat on how she raised a child to see the world through loving lenses. Even though I lived it, traveling back through the memories of her taking me, her only child into the community to deliver food to the poor and hungry, befriend the "smelly" kid in class that no one liked, and the importance of loving others no matter who they are and what they've done in life left me captivated to hear the kindness pour out of her.
I hope you are as deeply touched by this as you listen to her talk about the importance of kindness and love in today's society.
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The Measles are back! Tune in to this week's episode to learn what the signs and symptoms are, to learn whether we should be vaccinated AGAIN as adults, and discuss some issues about vaccinations themselves and Big Pharma.
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The heartbeat bill is one that many states are passing. This Bill is one that states abortion cannot be performed after a heartbeat is detected. We navigate through all things pro-life, fetal heartbeat bills, and women's rights.
Information on the children in the foster system in Georgia:
https://www.circleranchinc.org/the-need
I also had the opportunity to interview a man who has a strong stance of a woman's right to choose as he was a product of his mother's rape.
If you feel strongly about children one way or the other take a few seconds and a couple dollars of your spare change to care about a living child suffering from cancer. A few months ago a man stole $40,000 worth of medications off his porch.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6695713/Nevada-porch-pirate-steals-14-year-old-cancer-patients-life-saving-chemotherapy-medicine.html
Here is an excerpt from his account:
" We went to see the Dr in Salt Lake and a doctor at the City of Hope I’m LA. They told us that he was not strong enough for a bone marrow transplant but there is a particular type of chemo that will help him due to him having the adult form of the disease. The problem we ran into is that it’s not FDA approved for anyone under 18 years old. They are asking me to pay $48,000 a month for a year to hopefully cure him. I’m devastated. It’s so hard to see him suffer. I don’t normally ask for help, but if you know me, you know my boys mean everything to me. I am grateful to be on this journey. It has truly made me appreciate life. Thank you for any help. Love you all. "
https://www.gofundme.com/54npc2g
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We thought it would be fun for you all to get to know us better. We both prepared questions for the other medical and non medical that the other person knew nothing about! This week we included questions such as:
- 2 truths and a lie
- If your life were a novel, what would be the title of it?
- Sweet or Savory
- What one thing would you want people to know instantly about you ?
- Western medicine or Eastern Medicine?
- If you could spend the day in the shoes of someone else who would it be?
- Least Favorite thing about Nursing/Being a Nurse
- Non Medical pet peeve
- Green Thumb or Black Thumb?
- We are all unique, but what one trait would you want all people to have?
- Most memorable experience you have ever had as a nurse?
While the podcast is fun to do and gives us the opportunity to learn more about the content we cover, a much deeper purpose for First Do No Harm is absolutely to help spread understanding, love, kindness and help. Christen and I have decided that every week we will mention a foundation that we find important so you can also help an important cause to make the world a better place.
Do you want something to show for your donation? We have you covered there too. We will also be providing sellers that if you buy an item from them they will donate part of their proceeds to a good cause- a cause we will also fill you in about!
May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month. As neuro ICU nurses it was very important to us to kick start the help by giving you information on The Ivy Brain Tumor Center associated with my favorite hospital of all time, Barrow's Neurological Institute. These people are working hard to help end the devastation that Christen and I witness the most beautiful souls on this Earth Suffer from with their amazing clinical trials and research.
Do you need more information? Check this link out on what they do!
https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/
Are you ready to Donate? Click on this link:
https://www.supportbarrow.org/programs-that-save-lives/brain-tumor/ivybraintumorcenter/
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This weeks episode Christen and I begin discussing the current news of injured nurses due to angry patients. She provides staggering statistics about the number of healthcare workers that report violence against them while on the job.
Rusty joins to discuss the dangers he has had to encounter as a paramedic with decades worth of experience. He gives us a glimpse into what first responders subject themselves to every time they go to work. He also discusses ways in which people cope with such stressors.
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Christen shares a story with us all of a man who was in a fatal car accident, but decided to be a donor at a young age. Find out how his family felt about Garret's choices.
If you are interested in signing up to be an organ donor click on this link to make it happen!
https://www.donatelife.net/register/
If you need help making a living will and legally having a power of attorney to make sure your wishes are carried out, check out this link!
https://eforms.com/living-will/
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April is Donate Life Month. In this episode Christen, my new cohost, who is a neuro ICU nurse at one of the top hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery joins to chat about Organ donation.
When I reached out to my listeners, the main reason that people shared that they were not advocates of organ donation is because their religion did not support organ donation. Christen was quizzed on different religions to find exactly who did not allow organ donation.
AME & AME ZION (African Methodist Episcopal) – Allowed
Amish- Allowed
Assembly of God- Allowed
Baptist- Allowed
Bretheren- Allowed as long as it does not hasten life or come from an unborn child
Buddhism- Allowed
Catholicism- Allowed
Christian Science- Allowed
Episcopal- Allowed
Greek Orthodox- Allowed
Hinduism- Allowed
Independent Conservative Evangelical- Allowed
Islam- Allowed
Jehovah’s Witnesses- Allowed as long as the blood is completely drained from the organs
Judaism- Allowed
Lutheran- Allowed
Mennonite- Allowed
Moravian- Allowed
Mormon (Church of Christ of Latter Day Saints)- Allowed
Pentecostal- Allowed
Presbyterian- Allowed
Seventh-Day Adventists- Allowed
Shinto- NOT ALLOWED
Society of Friends (Quaker)- Allowed
Unitarian Universalist- Allowed
United Church of Christ- Allowed
United Methodist- Allowed
There are two types of donors. The first is a live donor. A living person is able to give another an organ- For example: A parent is in need of a kidney transplant. Their child is able to donate one of their kidneys if they are a match. The organ leaves a living person and is transplanted into another living person. Organs that can come from live donors include, Kidney, liver, lung, intestine, blood and bone marrow.
The other type of organ is a deceased organ. Once a patient (naturally) dies, organs are taken from them and transplanted into a recipient. Organs that can be taken and used from a deceased donor include heart, liver, kidneys, lungs, pancreas and small intestines. Tissues include corneas, skin, veins, heart valves, tendons, ligaments and bones.
Myths:
1. I have a medical condition, so I can’t be a donor. --- Not true. Anyone, regardless of age or medical history can sign up to be a donor. The transplant team will determine at an individual’s time of death whether donation is possible. There are very few conditions that would prevent a person from becoming a donor. You should still consider registering. Even with an illness, you may be able to donate your organs or tissues.
2. I’m too old to be a donor. ---There is no age limit to organ donation. The oldest donor in the US was 93 years old!
3. If they see I’m a donor at the hospital, they won’t try to save my life. ---When you are a patient in the hospital our priority is to save your life. Donation does not become a possibility until life saving measures are likely to not sustain prolongation of life.
4. Rich and famous people on the waiting list get organs faster. --- A national computer system matches donated organs and recipients. These factors include blood type, time spent waiting, other important medical information, how sick the person is, and geographic location. Race, income, and celebrity are NEVER a factor.
5. My Family won't be able to have an open casket at my funeral if I'm a donor. --- An open casket is usually possible
6. My family will have to pay for the donation--- There is no cost to donors or families for donation
....and more!
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Emily is an amazing nurse who works in an Intensive Care Unit. She weighs in Safe Injection Facilities and the dangers that she perceives associated with bringing such places to the United States.
This is the second part to a two part episode. On the last episode Rory Fleming was interviewed on his stance and the politics associated with breaking ground legally to provide addicts a place to inject drugs under medical supervision.
Supervised consumption services (SCS)/Safe Injection Facilities/Safe Injection Sites(SIFs)/Overdose Prevention Centers/Drug Consumption Rooms are provided in legally sanctioned facilities that allow people to consume pre-obtained drugs under the supervision of trained staff and are designed to reduce the health and public order issues often associated with public drug consumption.
Quick Facts:
- No SCS currently exist in the United States due to a host of legal and ideological barriers. SCS arguably violate various state and federal drug laws, including laws that make it illegal to use, open, or maintain property where any controlled substance is consumed.
- There are approximately 120 SCS currently operating in twelve countries around the world (Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain and Switzerland) – but none in the U.S.
- Facility staff members do not directly assist in consumption or handle any drugs brought in by clients, but are present to provide sterile injection supplies, answer questions on safe injection practices, administer first aid if needed, and monitor for overdose. SCS staff also offer general medical advice and referrals to drug treatment, medical treatment, and other social support programs.
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"In all my years as a physician I have never met an addicted person who wanted to be an addict" - Dr. Noro Volkow NIDA Director
According to Harm Reduction Coalition, more than 28,000 are lost to heroin and other opioid over doses every year. The United States has been in a battle against drugs dating back to the 1960's. Today, the country is facing an Opioid Epidemic that continues to run rampant with no signs of stopping.
In 12 countries efforts have been made to change the management of addiction by opening and running what is known as safe injection facilities, where individuals are able to safely use drugs under the supervision of medical personnel.
Rory Fleming , a man who works on prosecutor campaigns across the country through Foglight Strategies and a long running reform advocate with interest in drug policy. He joins First Do No Harm to discuss the political aspect, funding, and the many other pros and cons of opening the first recognized safe injection facility in the United States.
Additional information can be found on such facilities at:
https://www.mcall.com/news/nationworld/pennsylvania/mc-nws-rendell-safe-injection-breakout-20190207-story.html
https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/opioids/opioid-overdose-crisis
https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/epidemic/index.html
If you are interested in finding where you can purchase Narcan, a drug used when suspect overdose occurs, more information can be found:
https://www.narcan.com/patients/how-to-get-narcan/
Foglight Strategies helps large law enforcement agencies, political candidates, and nonprofits transition our broken criminal justice system into one that deserves the public’s trust using skillful communications and community relations strategies. More information can be found at
https://www.foglightstrategies.org/
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"We are all humans. We all have a human experience, you know it's important to stop drinking our own juice and listen and validate other peoples' experiences." -Renfield A patient sparked the interest in this topic when I witnessed a transgender woman in a hospital who treated the staff, especially her nurse horribly. When the nurse was talking about the abuse she was receiving from this patient she still referred to the patient with her chosen name and pronoun preference. I was so amazed at this nurse and the capacity and respect she had to not lash back in madness, but to continue to treat this person as a human being she cared for. Is this the norm in healthcare? I sat and interviewed with a great Transgender man, Renfield. He so graciously took the time to share with us his life and the struggles he went through prior to choosing to make the transition, his family's response, medical care, therapy, his experience of privilege and treatment as a man versus when he was a female, and most importantly his hope in human kind. This podcast includes profanity. Thankfully, the transgender community has its own suicide hotline courtesy of Trans Lifeline.
US: (877) 565-8860 CANADA: (877) 330-6366
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Every person you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.
Alta is a 34 year old woman who is fighting a battle with Polycystic Ovary Syndrom (PCOS). She shares her story about the diagnosis, the emotional struggles, and societal struggles that she and her husband must deal with on a daily basis. If you know anyone who is suffering from this, even a distant friend I encourage you to listen because it just might open your eyes to love them and support them in the way they need most.
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Halloween has always been my favorite holiday as far back as I could remember. It was a special day that my dad and I always spent together. In this episode I bring none other than my dad, Johnnie Jackson to share with you many of the stories I heard growing up of what he learned through the years of the actions and activities a full moon seems to cause.
In light of my favorite holiday this episode contains a contest and THE WINNER will receive a $25 Amazon giftcard. What's the catch? You must be kind. Throughout the show I give 5 activities that will spread kindness from YOU to a Stranger. You must do 3 out of the 5 and submit a picture for each to get your name in the running. Do you REALLY want that giftcard? I will also let you increase your chances. For each additional act of kindness you will get your name put in the drawing an extra time. You have the potential to have your name in 3 times. Pictures and stories (if you want to share) are due November 14 where I will be drawing live at 6pm (est).
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Case Study:
A woman presents to the hospital with a Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Simply put a vessel in her head started leaking blood, likely from a ruptured aneurysm. This lady is rushed to interventional radiology (IR) to have a procedure known as a coiling performed that will stop the bleeding in her head. In order to perform the procedure a neurosurgeon must go in through the artery in her groin in order to reach the aneurysm in her brain. Once the procedure is successfully complete a nurse in the IR must hold pressure at the groin site up to 10 minutes so the patient does not "bleed out" and die. Once the patient is transferred to the intensive care unit (ICU) and the patient is alone with her new nurse, she discloses that while the nurse in IR was holding pressure, he sexually assaulted her.
David, a Neurological Intensive Care Unit nurse joins the show to express the routes that should be taken and helps expose common mentalities throughout coworkers and what to do with the doubt that arises when others blow off the patient's recollection of the assault.
Ultimately, what would you do if this woman was your mother, sister, or wife?
What would you do if you overheard the staff calling your loved one a liar and crazy?
If after the investigation they determined the nurse was innocent?
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Before listening to today’s episode, it is important that you first reflect back to a time in which you or a family member were sick and required medical attention whether it be in the setting of a Hospital or Dr’s office. What were the expectations you had surrounding your care? Where would you draw the line as unacceptable behavior from a provider?
- Would it be disrespect?
- Would it be not being spoken to like you are a human being?
- Would it be racial slurs towards you and/or your family?
- Putting down your political views?
Unfortunately, healthcare providers experience all of these and must continue to care and provide for the individuals who express such views and degrade them.
Three guests were interviewed. A patient care technician, registered nurse, and physician all weighed in on their personal experiences and what they believe to be the causation to such treatment.
(3:14) Interview of Mr. Oswald (Patient Care Technician).
(4:30) Warning: Profanity is used when quoting a patient’s verbage when speaking to Oswald.
(9:07) Stories from Anonymous (Registered Nurse)
(11:09) Interview of Dr. Sendil Krishnan (Hospitalist)
(29:09) Nurses have been ranked the most trusted profession in 2017 on honesty and ethical standards. They have actually been #1 on the list of 22 professions for the past 16 years.
Click Here to read the article of the most trusted professions.
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I am a registered nurse who works primarily in Neurological Intensive Care Units across the country (Yes, travel nurse).
This podcast came about because I was really struggling in life. I would go to work and return home and lie in bed with a broken heart. I was grieving what seems to be a lack of humanity, and respect that we human beings have for each other. I needed to find a way to open the minds of us all so that maybe, just maybe we aren’t so trapped in what we think is right, but look at the world through a new set of eyes and find education and love in the midst!
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