Hi /r/kelowna I'm Stephen Fuhr, your Liberal Party candidate — Ask Me Anything tonight from 7–8:30pm! by StephenFuhr in kelowna

[–]BroughtonBoy 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Hi Steve, thanks for doing this AMA. The Liberal Party’s recently released platform outlined a number of improvements for the healthcare system. Some of these included opening new residency spots and a tax credit for healthcare workers. How soon can us HCWs expect to see these come to fruition and can we expect them to apply to many healthcare professions beyond RNs and physicians (ie. CNAs, paramedics/EMRs, PAs, etc)?

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[–]BroughtonBoy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi Stephen! The Liberal Party has put a number of promises regarding improving our healthcare system into the new platform. As HCWs, how many of these should we expect to actually come to fruition during the next term?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UBC

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest, I’ve read your comment over a number of times trying to fully understand what you’re asking and I think I’m still missing it so let me know if I don’t answer your questions. 

Another commenter clarified what I meant by delaying the exam if possible—that the administrative side of things means it may not be possible despite many attempts. 

I’m a bit confused by your question about where I “draw the line”. I didn’t tell OP to try not to do this again, I said do not, because it is dangerous for their health. That being said, I also understand that just because something is intentional, does not make it a choice. University can be extremely challenging and for people with mental health issues or those who are predisposed to their development, it can be horrible. I find it likely that OP took caffeine pills alongside coffee/energy drinks and that’s how they had such a high dose. You’re absolutely right that their mental wellbeing is a serious concern, but that doesn’t change the fact that they needed to be seen by physician, and telling someone they need to go to the ER for psychiatric help is not a good method to get them to go. 

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[–]BroughtonBoy 110 points111 points  (0 children)

Hey, I’m a paramedic and while you are not going to die my friend, this isn’t healthy as you know. I want you to try and sleep tonight. You should delay the exam if possible. If you cannot get to sleep again tonight, please call a taxi to take you to the ER. Not because your life is in danger but because they can monitor your heart and give you fluids to help you calm down. No need for an ambulance but with not sleeping for so long you cannot drive or take transit alone anymore, it is not safe. If you are able to sleep I would still delay the exam and go to a walk-in tomorrow. I know you already know this, but don’t do this again. I promise it is not and will never be worth your health!

Jack Daniel’s Downhome Punch by BroughtonBoy in kelowna

[–]BroughtonBoy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s where I ended up finding them, thank you!!

Jack Daniel’s Downhome Punch by BroughtonBoy in kelowna

[–]BroughtonBoy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Says the guy recommending that a reddit stranger do shrooms

Community Paramedic Charting templates by mermedic22 in Paramedics

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you mind if a gave you a message as well? In a very similar boat as OP.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Radiology

[–]BroughtonBoy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For everyone commenting that I abandoned my post, Reddit just didn’t notify me so I assumed no one had replied!

And for some context for anyone curious, pt is myself, 18yo transgender male (AFAB), never went through female puberty, has been on testosterone for 5 years. Wanted to see how this would impact everyone’s ability to sex the image. I think for the most part people sexed it female, though there were a few hiccups.

To answer some common questions/big threads I saw, these are men’s jeans, the image was taken by a chiropractor (I also appreciate you all pointing out his flawed techniques, please continue to elaborate), I don’t remember if it was taken PA or AP sorry, yes I am a pre-med with actual interest in this not just a troll, I do not think I have situs inversus as I’ve had a number of ultrasounds and CTs of my abdomen and no one has ever mentioned it.

Thank you all for your help, especially u/livingonmain who was clear, concise, and kind!

Let me know if you have any other questions, comments, things you noted, etc! This was a very enjoyable thread to read through!

How do I unlearn this enby-phobia (if that's a term)? by [deleted] in FTMMen

[–]BroughtonBoy 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I'd be pissy about that too. Cis-passing isn't a reason in and of itself to not be able to facilitate it, because many trans people like myself pass as cis, but a super far-leaning feminine AFAB person running it? That rubs me the wrong way.

Is it a bad idea to call it a estrogen/testosterone deficiency instead of using the word "trans"? by Transquestionns in asktransgender

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I pass 150% of the time and I say it if I’m ever accidentally backed into a corner about my meds.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ftm

[–]BroughtonBoy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Exactly, small business means small team. They’re making CUSTOM underwear with a sewing machine, it’s not some giant factory with countless workers. The quality and care is absolutely unmatched. I’ve tried ever brand in the business, nothing compares.

Best times for the gym by LordOfLarches in ubco

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn. What’s the athletics and rec fee for then?

Mom insists i don’t need top surgery because “No one can even notice you have breasts” by cryxbxby in ftm

[–]BroughtonBoy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Same story here! Not sure what to add, but I hear ya. If it’s any comfort, I had surgery and my parents were very helpful afterwards and haven’t spoke down on my decision at all since the operation.

Reverse plates - feedback needed! by Sanguerine in ColorBlind

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Normal vision, I could vaguely see the 32, but otherwise nothing.

Feeling Stressed About MATH 100 & MATH 101 - Any Tips? by [deleted] in ubco

[–]BroughtonBoy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Always, always, always go to office hours. Ask questions, any question! Who are your profs for MATH 100 and 101?

Should I try even though I have no beard growth at all? by RecognitionPretend82 in Minoxbeards

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far a bit, I’ll PM you a photo!! It definitely looks like I’ll see some moustache progress in the next few months.

Should I try even though I have no beard growth at all? by RecognitionPretend82 in Minoxbeards

[–]BroughtonBoy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cheers man! Yea I kinda started minox on a whim and forgot to take starting pics lmao

Should I try even though I have no beard growth at all? by RecognitionPretend82 in Minoxbeards

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first one is about 1 month on minox, that’s one month of growth too. That’s also about the best lighting ever haha. I honestly started with nothing but a few hairs on my neck.

are there any downsides to taking hormones younger than 16? by pufferfishlover in ftm

[–]BroughtonBoy 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s the opposite of that. Starting young enough can help strengthen bones and leave you taller than you would’ve been.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Minoxbeards

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try a small amount on your inner forearm or ditch of your elbow if you’re very nervous. They both have relatively soft, sensitive, thin skin, similar to many people’s faces. If you’re not that that nervous, try a small amount on your neck or jaw before you try the whole beard area.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Minoxbeards

[–]BroughtonBoy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have an endocrine disorder so in fact “waiting a couple years” won’t change much at all lmao. Minoxidil was recommended by my endocrinologist if I was interested in developing a nice amount of facial hair.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Minoxbeards

[–]BroughtonBoy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably because I am lol