Who says we can't look pretty AND teach & learn at the same time? This Registered Health Information Administrator and Educator sets the societal norms on THIS page, my dear!
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Nothing sparks a learning environment like a little rhythm. Five of the 7 patient rights that we discussed in class today
were covered in the attached Youtube video. It was a fun and "hip" way to reinforce the importance of ensuring that the right patient gets the right drug and the right dose at right time through the right route. Medication errors can be decreased when these "rights" are correct ;-)
To jam and learn like we did earlier, click the title above, "Course material & rhythm."
Thank God for letting me find my niche and bask in it!
$4.1 Billion! That's a lot of money. A program called "Health Care Hustle" is airing right this moment on CNBC that discloses testimonials and details on arrests of health care providers for defrauding our federal government out of billions of dollars. Attorney General Eric Holder is shown making a speech, disclosing that $4.1 Billion have been recovered, though there are more funds to be recovered.
Basically, health care providers, such as the doctors and nurses identified on this TV show use people like me, professionals with medical billing, coding, & pharmacy background, to report more services than were actually provided. In exchange, health care providers are reimbursed at a generous rate and pocket the money.
This reminds me of a chapter (Two-timing millionaire) in my third book, "Tell-tale signs of a train wreck." I've also written an article on this topic in the past, which can still be found on Florida Today's website. FYI: click the title above (Health Care Hustle) to access my Florida Today article.
I'm proud to be an ethical health care professional ;-)
OIG, you can count on me to do the right thing!
As I continuously emphasize, stress kills! Stress contributes to strokes and heart attacks, otherwise known as cerebrovascular accidents and cardiovascular accidents (cardiac arrests).
Leading up to strokes and heart attacks, patients often experience problems with blood clots (thrombus) and/or blood clots that travel (embolism). Physicians often prescribe aspirin (ASA) to patients with a history of strokes, heart attacks, blood clots, and/or traveling blood clots. In instances where physicians refer patients to a drug store to pick up "Baby Aspirin," I often get an opportunity to chat with them.
The question I usually get is, "Where is the baby aspirin?" Sometimes, they will present with a 325 mg bottle of aspirin saying, "My doctor told me to buy a bottle of 'Baby Aspirin' and to take one every day for my heart."
Both scenarios are an opportunity for me to point out the difference between "Baby Aspirin" (81 mg tablet) and adult/regular aspirin (325 mg tablet). Since aspirin is categorized as a "blood thinner," anyone can understand the big difference between a 81 mg tablet ("Baby Aspirin") and a 325 mg tablet (adult/regular aspirin).
Unless advised by your physician, aspirin is not a drug that should be taken everyday. Conditions such as Reye's Syndrome can develop, when aspirin is taken inappropriately.
So, when your physician tells you to stop by a drug store and pick up a bottle of aspirin, get that advice in writing and take it with you for reference, so that you don't accidentally grab the wrong bottle and overdose yourself.
And that's my tip for today ;-) HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!!!
Reportedly, nearly 75% of students in Brevard County Public Schools fail the writing portion of the FCAT. I would like a role in the new standards strategy. How fortunate I am to have the gift of writing♥
I know some folk who wish they could have their surgeries done for free! Don't you? Starting October 1, 2012 certain Floridians will finally get their wish, as long as they get it done outside the United States, in countries such as India, Turkey, and Singapore. So, if you're a Floridian working as a county employee, check with your benefits coordinator to see if you qualify. One never knows... a joint replacement, cardiac bypass, or weight loss surgery may be a complimentary surgery. Sometimes, if you don't ask, you'll never know ;-)
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Well, we are more than half way through the month of May. Depending on what I get to witness, I may amuse you with a QUESTION OF THE MONTH post for the month of May. Metoprolol tartrate, the generic for Lopressor (Beta-blocker anti-hypertensive) is a VERY commonly filled prescription drug and one of the first anti-hypertensives learned by a pharmacy technician; that is if the technician was ever formally trained/educated. So, when I hear a question like, "Does metoprolol have a diuretic in it?" It causes me to pause and think, "Really?"
My tip to uneducated technicians who manage to slip through the cracks is to be more careful how you treat those of us who are educated and properly trained, as we can all learn from one another ;-)
I'll leave you with a saying that my Grandma Lottie used to tell me alllll the time... "You can learn something from anybody, even a fool."
Click on the title above to read more about metoprolol, which is used for hypertension and other conditions, such as migraine headaches, but it is NOT a diuretic ;-)
I know what makes me happy. Researching pharmacy and health laws, writing, and teaching bring me the most joy and happiness. I love it when topics I've written about tie directly into my lectures. I usually take advantage of teachable moments like that =) The feeling I get is like when I watch a distinct arrangement of Dominoes flow like an ocean wave!
So what's next? Another series of pharmacy and health-related articles and BOOK #4 coming up soon. Stay tuned!
Now, click on the title above (WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY) and jammmm with me!
Exclusivity is something almost every lady desires. She is usually adored more than usual, when she is well dressed, well behaved, and classy. Accessories at Rita’s Shoe Closet provide the touch of class that can elevate any ensemble to the next level. As owner of the classiest shoe and accessory boutique in Brevard County, Rita Brown set and achieved her goal by “Bringing a touch of class to Cocoa.” In executing her goal, ladies in Cocoa, and Brevardian ladies in general, now have access to classy, jazzy, not-so-cookie-cutter shoes and accessories.
At Rita’s Shoe Closet, Brevardian ladies (and those outside of Brevard) shop for shoes with elegant designs and fierce colors. Whether ladies want high heels or flats, there is surely a unique pair of footwear to meet individual and special taste in fashion. Styles vary from leopard print, solid colors, swirl heels, no heels, spike-studded fabric, faux snake skin, and patent leather, just to name a few.
Hand bags, and jewelry are also a major part of Rita’s inventory at Rita’s Shoe Closet. For example, “Body Jewelry” is a new trend in Brevard, thanks to Rita’s Shoe Closet. Body Jewelry is worn over clothing, draped across the shoulders and dangles as far down as a lady’s waist, depending on the piece. Some pieces are asymmetrical, covering one shoulder instead of two. Some pieces cover the mid-section, including the chest and back. Whether gold, silver, or rhinestone-studded, any ladies’ body can be accented with body jewelry from Rita’s Shoe Closet.
In addition, and more importantly for some, Rita’s Shoe Closet offers exclusivity of exotic and rare shoes and accessories. When shoppers finally find the treasures for which they have been seeking, they can also rest assured that every other lady in town will NOT be wearing the same! At Rita’s Shoe Closet, hundreds of the same item are NOT ordered, sold, or recycled, which helps ensure that fewer ladies will encounter someone else in her shoes.
Visit Rita, shop for shoes, and possibly meet a local author at her boutique. In March 2012, Rita Brown hosted her first of more book signings to come, featuring Domanique Culpepper and her third book, “Tell-tale signs of a train wreck.”
Visit in person or by clicking on the title above (Exclusivity for ladies).
