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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 4 years, 4 months ago
Facing surgery is daunting for anyone. What may be considered simple by some is nerve racking none the less. As a new experience, an operation comes with fears of both the known and the unknown. As a nurse […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 4 years, 4 months ago
Feeling alone, sad, and lost without a sense of direction is not an unfamiliar experience for anyone. These feelings (even when surrounded by family, friends, co-workers and others) are not uncommon when living […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 4 years, 8 months ago
TPC feels one of our responsibilities to the pain community is to keep up to date on what is being used for pain relief and provide the best information available.Learning that there are ongoing conversations on […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 5 years, 3 months ago
This is the third and final series discussion about medical marijuana. I would be remiss if I did not cover the political climate which affects anyone who uses or is considering the use of medical marijuana for […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 5 years, 6 months ago
From little information to an overload of information online, it is easy to imagine that most people living with pain, their family members, and caregivers will be overwhelmed about whether or not cannabis is a […]
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petmom1 commented on the post, What’s in Your Pain Management Toolkit? 6 years, 3 months ago
BRAVO! I love this blog—how it is organized, the open way of thinking and wonderful tips. More please.
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petmom1 commented on the post, Pot for Pain Relief? What the Research Gurus Say… 6 years, 3 months ago
I would like to know if others are considering or currently using this for pain relief? If yes, is it easier to obtain compared to other pain relievers?
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 6 years, 4 months ago
The legalization of medical marijuana (cannabis) has expanded throughout the U.S. Some states now allow for recreational use while Canada is approaching complete legalization for any reason. As of November 2017, […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 7 years, 3 months ago
Are you familiar with your state Prescription (Drug) Monitoring Program (aka PMP or PDMP)? Is your pain care provider registered and does he/she use it? Have you ever asked? I think it is important for you to be […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 8 years, 6 months ago
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN commented on the post, Safe & Sound: Prescription Opioid Safety (Part 1) 8 years, 6 months ago
Great Points, Janice! For those who like phone apps, I found that Mango Health is an easy way to keep track of when you take your medications. It reminds you when your regular medications are due as well as shows […]
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petmom1 replied to the topic The Log Book of Lonoh – A Dream Come True in the forum General Discussions on Pain 8 years, 6 months ago
This is so much fun seeing both of you together. BD, you could pass for a member of ZZ Top!!
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petmom1 commented on the post, Safe & Sound: Prescription Opioid Safety (Part 1) 8 years, 6 months ago
If ever faced with someone who has overdosed, it is important to act to save that life. Call 911 and begin rescue efforts. Good Samaritan laws in most states protect the rescue person(s) from prosecution when […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 8 years, 6 months ago
Above & Beyond Taking As Directed
This is a topic which I believe is one that must be talked about on a regular basis. For those of you who take opioid pain medication to keep your pain at bay in order for you […]
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN commented on the post, You Are So Much More Than Your Pain! 8 years, 7 months ago
Teresa, your words are powerful and I feel resonates to anyone who is struggling—whether in physical pain, emotional pain or spiritual pain. Everyone has demons that taunt us, sometimes everyday, sometimes […]
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petmom1 replied to the topic The Log Book of Lonoh – A Dream Come True in the forum General Discussions on Pain 8 years, 7 months ago
This is so great!
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Micke Brown, BSN, RN wrote a new post 8 years, 8 months ago
Results from TPC’s quiz, What’s Your Pain IQ, was quite telling. Over half of the respondents did not know the correct definition for myalgia. The correct answer is muscle pain. Over a quarter of those who took […]
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