I am cautious when initiating online interactions, with good reason. Sometimes, being cautious feels uncomfortable, however. I’m talking about the … More
Category: Issues in the News
From time to time I post issues, not prominently in the news, affecting health care professionals.
The Nursing Dilemma of Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana is legal in Oregon, where I practice. In one sense, this seems to be an enlightened act of … More
Thoughts on Cairns, Advanced Directives, and DNR Orders
Cairns are ancient, human-made stacks of rocks indicating a landmark or memorial site. Modern-day hikers use cairns as directional markers … More
It’s That Time of the Month Again: JParadisiRN’s Post for Off the Charts
Yes, it’s that time of the month again. Before you go thinking JParadisiRN is giving out Too Much Information, let … More
Boston Marathon: Tears of Relief and Tears of Sorrow
Like the rest of us, I grieve for the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings, and am thankful for the … More
Grief
“A voice was heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children; and she refused to be … More
Becoming More Like Medicine: Study Suggests Frequent Dental X-rays Increase Risk of Meningioma
In recent years, I’ve had problems with dentists. Okay, it’s more like I have arguments with my dentist, who thinks … More
A Get Well Card for Warren Buffet
As an oncology nurse, if I listened to the family members of an affluent, elderly patient debating at his bedside … More
A Social License: Part I
I arrived at the courthouse shortly before 8 am. There was a long line of people standing on the sidewalk … More
Toilet Texting? Keep Your Cell Phone to Yourself!
As much as I love patient care, I do have a pet peeve. It goes like this: Occasionally, a patient … More
