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How do I deal with a breastfeeding mom?

You may encounter a nursing mom on the med-surg floor, in the operating room, in a pediatric facility or just about anywhere else ...

By ScrubsSeptember 230

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How do I deal with an autistic child?

Keep in mind that many autistic children have sensory integration issues as well, so keep stimulation to a minimum. Use a calm, low ...

By ScrubsSeptember 110

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How do I deal with an incompetent boss?

If you've watched The Office on television, then you've seen incompetence in action on a weekly basis.

By ScrubsSeptember 90

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How do I deal with an alcoholic patient?

Alcohol abuse is so incredibly common that you may not even realize you have an alcoholic patient on your hands...

By ScrubsSeptember 20

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How do I deal with a family that resists nursing home admission?

Recognize and understand that the family is confused, overwhelmed and scared. Take the time to answer their questions and provide emotional support.

By ScrubsAugust 250

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How do I deal with a patient who insists on leaving AMA?

It’s frustrating to try to help patients who refuse offers of help. Odds are you’re feeling angry, overwhelmed and helpless. Put your emotions ...

By ScrubsAugust 210

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How do I deal with over-involved families?

How many times have you wished for responsive family members? You know, the kind who will stay with the patient when you can’t, ...

By ScrubsAugust 190

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How do I identify unhappy patients?

This new exclusive series on how to care for unhappy patients features our favorite ER doc, Dr. Brady Pregerson, and our favorite sassy ...

By Brady Pregerson, MDJune 20

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How do I deal with a cussing coworker?

People who swear often in their everyday language are sometimes referred to as sailors, those people who usually work on boats, sail things ...

By ScrubsMay 190

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How do I deal with a patient who has postpartum depression?

Childbirth can be a physically rough experience for mothers, but mothers have more than just physical difficulties to contend with. Some mothers have ...

By ScrubsApril 290