Bio
Specialties:
- Emergency Room Nursing
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Affiliation:
- Sigma Theta Tau International
Location:
- Elkhorn, WI
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Credentials
- Education
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PhD - Nursing Education, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, COMSN - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WIBSN - Nursing, Carroll College/Columbia College of Nursing, Waukesha, WIMS - Athletic Training, Indiana University, Bloomington, INBS, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL
- Fellowship
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Doctoral Research Fellow - Nursing, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
- Additional Certifications of Specialty Qualifications
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1988 to present
- Professional Membership or Societies
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Sigma Theta Tau International
Activity
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What is knee arthroplasty?
Arthroplasty is defined as the surgical repair, by realignment or reconstruction, of a joint. Knee arthroplasty is the surgical repair of the knee. Most commonly, knee arthroplasty involves the rep...
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What type of shoe is best for foot disorders like flat foot?
You want to find a shoe that fits your foot well and provides the support that your foot needs. This can be a difficult task to find the correct shoe for your foot. It may be beneficial to seek out...
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How do I manage knee pain after a knee replacement?
After knee replacement, your pain will be managed with pain medications. These medications may be given via the following methods: through your intravenous catheter (IV); with an injection; or with...
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How is a trauma unit different from an emergency room?
The emergency room, or department, can be a part of a trauma center. A trauma center has specific qualifications to take patients who need specific levels of care. A level I trauma center provides ...
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How can I prevent my knee from dislocating?
A knee dislocation is a very serious injury. This type of injury will most likely occur with high speed (automobile) injury. If you have had a knee dislocation, you most likely will need surgery to...
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How can I repair the dry cracked skin on my feet?
The use of a moisturizer on your feet after bathing/showering can be helpful in softening the hard skin that has cracked on your feet. Also, if you have no health problems/diseases that require you...
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What do I need to do to prepare for total knee replacement?
Your physician may have you attend a 'joint camp' where the procedure and recovery are explained to you in an educational manner. You may also need physical therapy prior to the surgery.&nb...
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What can cause knee swelling?
Swelling in the knee can be an indicator of injury or disease process. When swelling comes on suddenly, and with pain, the most likely cause is injury. The injury may be to the meniscus, or cartila...
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What causes osteonecrosis (avascular necrosis)?
Avascular necrosis (or osteonecrosis) is defined as a lack of blood flow which causes tissue death. A-without, Vascular -- blood supply, necrosis -- tissue death. A blockage in the blood s...
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Can orthotic devices improve the way I live with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
An orthotic may help you with walking and your RA if you have mechanical or structural foot/ankle problems. Mechanical problems are those that come from you using your foot and ankle. Structural pr...
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How should I choose a sports bra?
You want to find one that will fit well and support your breast tissue. The bra should be snug, but not too tight. You want to limit any excess motion of your breast tissue when exercising, but you...
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What causes foot blisters?
Blisters in any location are caused by increased friction between your skin and an external object. If your footwear is loose and allows your feet to move around quite a bit, you will get blisters....
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How should I store Zyrtec-D?
Zyrtec-D should be stored in the original packaging in an area that is out of the reach of children. It should also be kept in a cool and dry place.
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How should I store D-Alpha Gems?
D-Alpha Gems should be stored in their original container and kept out of the reach of children. The medication should be stored in a cool and dry place.
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