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Expertise
I am a Psych RN in a local hospital in my area and an volunteer EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)in my local fire department. I can answer questions on first aid, CPR, and safety for infant, child and adult. I can also help with psychiatric questions on adults. If I can not answer your questions, I can recommend an area (internet site) to check.
Experience in the area
I am a Psych RN in a local hospital in my area and an volunteer EMT (Emergency Medical Technician)in my local fire department.
Organizations
Who's Who Among Professional Women.
Virginia Association of Volunteer Rescue Squads.
International Association of Firefighters.
Education/Credentials
Associate in Science.
RN
Awards and Honors
EMS Provider of the Year- 2004
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| kelley | 01/10/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much, Pattie! |
| Paula | 01/05/10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Thank you for the prompt and helpful ..... |
| Jack | 12/31/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks very much! |
| Jack | 12/08/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | easy enough! thank you! |
| Zahra | 12/08/09 | 8 | 8 | 10 | Thank you for your reply. It has ..... |
Recent Answers from Pattie Richardson
2010-01-09 finger laceration/nerve damage:
A neuroma is excessive scar tissue in a damaged nerve. This means you may not get feeling back in your fingers. You could also develop a tumor/swelling at the end of the nerves. Surgery would repair the
2010-01-04 Concussion diagnosis/treatment:
1. When he's found, there's no indication of what happened to him. The person who found him called 911. I assume the EMTs couldn't find the concussion and they'd have to take him to the hospital. How
2009-12-20 cut finger:
If you cleaned it and put a sterile bandage on it, it should be fine. Watch for redness, swelling, and/or drainage-- these are signs of infection. If you see any signs of infection see your medical professional
2009-12-08 sedating 5-y-o child:
The "villain" could simply give the child either Benadryl or a cold medication (with Benadyl in it)and the child would sleep. Generally the child would sleep for a while without any side effects. Unfortunately
2009-12-04 knife wound to back:
It depends on how deep the stab is as to how much damage is done. If the lung collapses. They were will probably put a chest in to draw out the blood and relieve the pressure. Then the lung can re-inflate
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