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Expertise
I can answer questions about nursing errors and patient care errors. I can answer questions about nursing procedures, interventions, and outcomes.
Experience in the area
I have been a registered nurse for over 24 years. I've worked in many areas of nursing, including medical, surgical, intensive care, emergency, dialysis, and administration. I am an ardent supporter of patient rights and patient safety.
Education/Credentials
I have a degree in science with a major in nursing. I have been certified in critical care and dialysis nursing.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CC | 11/28/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your insight! ..... |
| JR | 04/19/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you, you have pointed me in ..... |
| JC | 01/19/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks, Deb. Great advice. Bless you! |
| JC | 10/28/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks, Deb, you are the best. |
| JC | 10/13/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks, Deb! |
Recent Answers from Deb RN
2011-10-13 receptionist as surgical assistant??:
Hi Linda, The legality issue depends on what actions or tasks the assistant performed during the procedure. If she simply handed items to the physician, positioned the equipment under the doctor's direction
2011-10-06 Blood donation.:
Yes, it sounds like you should refrain because donating blood makes you feel sick. You can't help your reaction to giving blood, so you shouldn't feel selfish. Perhaps you could find another way to
2011-04-19 UNSURE:
Hi JR, I am not familiar with this particular instrument (tips), so I don't know if they have to be sterile for use. Does the package say that the tips are sterile? If so, the doctor exposed the patient
2011-01-19 Update:
Hi JC, Thank you so much for the update. I think that your communications with the surgeon and hospital personnel will initiate important changes in the hospital system, and those changes will benefit
2010-10-13 Discharge Issue:
Yes, the "needs further teaching" is definitely a band-aid. But I wonder, if a patient is discharged with that particular provision, who exactly is supposed to supply the "further teaching"? Shouldn't
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