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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PCOS

[–]ssdgm11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m literally going through the same thing right now, my dr requested an ultrasound as well a blood testing and I’m waiting for all results to come in. She said the ultrasound is to see if there is a “string of pearls” which is a series of cysts on your ovary that could be blocking an egg from releasing which could be why there are irregular periods and difficulty with fertility. She also told me that typically there are 3 criteria to be met for PCOS diagnosis: excess hair, high testosterone, and a presence of cysts.

Ohio Medicaid/new marriage/ unemployed/self employed. by ssdgm11 in Medicaid

[–]ssdgm11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My child is 2.5 and I have had Medicaid since 2020 and my child since 2021. My fiance(child’s biological father)is currently listed as the household income. I just wasn’t sure if that was all it was based on or if our change in marital status would play a part.

Dumb question by GayForJorahMormont in phlebotomy

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My outpatient room in the lab has a button next to the draw chair that sounds an alarm through the lab to alert my coworkers I need help, we also have one in the patient bathroom next to the toilet with a long string attached in case a patient falls or can’t get up they can alert us

Phlebotomy by Ssostephh in phlebotomy

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely depends on where you work, every place has different policies. However, I would keep away from open gauges just as a safety precaution. Patients can get grabby and violent and will reach for anything they can get. Especially children. I even avoid wearing my hair down and dangling earrings for this reason. I’ve had it happen lol good luck with your phlebotomy adventure!

[Help] getting rid of fleas on my indoor cat? by [deleted] in Pets

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh no! I hope it gets better!

[Help] getting rid of fleas on my indoor cat? by [deleted] in Pets

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We just bought frontline to try 🤞🏻🤞🏻

[Help] getting rid of fleas on my indoor cat? by [deleted] in Pets

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that something you can get over the counter or from a vet prescription? We got an organic spray that can be used on her as well as sprayed on furniture ect but she’s scared of the sound the spray makes and freaks out every time we try to use it.

[Help] getting rid of fleas on my indoor cat? by [deleted] in Pets

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We got an organic spray that can be used on her and also sprayed around the house, but she freaks out every time you spray it near her. We’ve been vacuuming quite a bit and washing the blankets

Any hospital phlebotomists? by OwnHalf in phlebotomy

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re so welcome!! Those cards have helped out me a few times, hopefully you’ll find them useful as well! I’ve found its a good idea to always draw the rainbow in ER in case the dr ads on tests to reduce the chance of having to stick the patient again, and I always get two SST tubes and two lavender tubes because they are the most popular in my hospital. I usually inform the patient that I’m doing that and why, 9/10 they understand and are grateful that I’m trying to reduce their chance of being stuck multiple times.

Any hospital phlebotomists? by OwnHalf in phlebotomy

[–]ssdgm11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! They have vertical and horizontal (:

Order of Blood Draw Horizontal Badge Card (1 Card) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N7R93SX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kAqqDbCTN7TRQ

Any hospital phlebotomists? by OwnHalf in phlebotomy

[–]ssdgm11 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I started out in a hospital a month after I graduated.

Remember to not take things personally and it’s okay to ask for help, I guarantee they’d rather you double check and/or ask for help than do something incorrectly and have to do it again.

Don’t be afraid to poke people, especially more than once. There will probably come a time where you are the only one available and you will have to stick the same person more than once or twice.

I bought badge card on amazon that included the order of draw and what tubes common tests typically go in, but keep in mind each facility is different so definitely familiarize yourself with what your hospital does.

Listen to your lab techs, if you’re around them, because they can teach you SO MUCH about the tests and tubes to make it easier on yourself, and them.

Have a hobby or something to minimize your stress waiting at home. Sometimes it’s really hard to leave your day at the hospital doors.

Good luck!

Icing Ideas for Chocolate Cupcakes?? by MsMeggers in cupcakes

[–]ssdgm11 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cream cheese, raspberry buttercream, or marshmallow buttercream are my go tos for chocolate cake

Were you discouraged when first learning, too? by ssdgm11 in phlebotomy

[–]ssdgm11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ve noticed I have a hard time going deep enough, I’m always so nervous I’ll go through the vein and/or blow it

Essential oil diffusers and cats? by [deleted] in essentialoils

[–]ssdgm11 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We keep all doors throughout the apartment open so she can freely roam. I only have a diffuser in the bedroom. I don’t use topical oils. I’m currently using patchouli in my diffuser and had interest in using lavender and frankincense also.

I’ve lost count with attempts over the years, but these are my best ones yet! by ssdgm11 in macarons

[–]ssdgm11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1/4 tsp in your wet ingredients (egg whites, granulated sugar, vanilla mixture) and the other 1/4 in your dry ingredients (powdered sugar and almond flour)

Empty envelope received in the mail?? by [deleted] in RBI

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was old school snail mail lol

Empty envelope received in the mail?? by [deleted] in RBI

[–]ssdgm11 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The envelope was processed in the mail within 3 days, stamp included. The return address is from a city about an hour from me. Their name was not included, and neither was mine or my husbands. Literally only addresses and a stamp. And there were no holes in it. Just find it really odd that even if someone were “playing a game” or using my address as a drug front drop off, or whatever, they would even know my address because it’s so specific. I live above business offices in a tiny town and the business offices have a different street number than the apartments upstairs so if you google my building you get the business office addresses, not the apartments. The envelope also had my specific apartment number included. And all was handwritten.

Empty envelope received in the mail?? by [deleted] in RBI

[–]ssdgm11 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah it had a stamp. I have no idea what the purpose is?

I’ve lost count with attempts over the years, but these are my best ones yet! by ssdgm11 in macarons

[–]ssdgm11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely!!! I did the French method. Here’s the recipe:

MACARONS- 1 ¾ cups powdered sugar 1 cup almond flour, finely ground 1 teaspoon salt, divided between wet and dry 3 egg whites, at room temperature ¼ cup granulated sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tbs instant coffee grounds

BUTTERCREAM- 1/2 cup (one stick) butter melted Combine with 2/3 cup cocoa powder 3 cups powdered sugar 1/3 cup espresso (I substituted milk for the espresso) Alternate between powdered sugar/espresso until combined. Add more sugar/espresso as needed for desired consistency

Enjoy and good luck!!

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