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The Bar is Ankle HighE67: Conspiracy TrainsThis week Jami Fregeau - The Neurodivergent Nurse - takes the lead on researching and tells Katie about how Paul "Buster" Murdaugh - accused murderer who himself was murdered by his own father - had ADHD. We discuss the darker sides and signs of ADHD in teens and young adults including the downfalls of substance abuse, emotional dysregulation, and how white privilege can actually handicap you more than ADHD ever could. It's the last week before Garet comes back from maternity leave and we are SO GRATEFUL that Jami made time for us in her supremely busy schedule to...2023-11-231h 16The Bar is Ankle HighE66: Old Timey New MedicineOnce again we are joined by Jami Fregeau, The Neurodivergent Nurse, and this week we are discussing a new study published by Standford University researchers where they managed to isolate specific genes related to, and potentially causing, Autism Spectrum Disorder. We discuss the unique features of human brain development (as opposed to ape or other lab animal brain development) and get into how the researchers were able to narrow things down and see brain cells reach out to each other LIVE in a petrie dish! Katie & Jami also discuss the prevalence of epilepsy in folks who also have ASD...2023-11-1655 minThe Bar is Ankle HighEpisode 44: Cursed Miss Frizzle Field Trips with The Neurodivergent NurseWelcome to The Neurodivergent Nurse Podcast takeover of The Bar is Ankle High. This week our podcast idol, Jami Fregeau, host of The Neurodivergent Nurse Podcast and the brains behind @theneurodivergentnurse on Instagram takes over our feed to bring us a very special introduction to her new series on ADHD & Crime! We start off with the doozy of a serial killer - Richard Ramirez - a/k/a The Night Stalker. A serial killer active in California in the mid-1980's who blamed some of his killings on Satan. We ask the tough questions like "how did he even...2023-06-151h 11The Bar is Ankle HighEpisode 41: Harbor Seal Swim School
This week we welcome Jami Fregeau - The Neurodivergent Nurse - back to our podcast to help us delve into the new promise from 23 & Me that they can now assess genetic likelihood of having ADHD. We discuss the risks and benefits of ADHD genetic testing - is it maybe more trouble than it's worth? Is it possible to use genetic testing to our own benefit? What are the pros and cons of this new screening? We also placed our bets on which one of us would live the longest and no one is surprised. Thank you so much to The...2023-05-251h 23
The Cellfie ShowAdulting with ADHD! NeuroDivergent Roundtable with Nurse Jami Fregeau. ADHD. People Pleasing. Social Anxiety. Imposter Syndrome.ADHD roundtable. Today we have on Jami Fregeau BSN CCRN SCRN. Also known as The Neurodivergent Nurse. At 36 years old she was diagnosed with ADHD and has been on a journey to learn about this diagnosis and how to navigate through it. She's had struggles throughout her nursing career but always knew there was something more! We talk about the real, raw, and embarrassing stories of living with ADHD and also on her podcast The Neurodivergent Nurse. Since receiving the diagnosis she started her podcast and IG account that focuses primarily on ADHD but a lot of i...2023-04-041h 18The Cellfie ShowAdulting with ADHD! NeuroDivergent Roundtable with Nurse Jami Fregeau. ADHD. People Pleasing. Social Anxiety. Imposter Syndrome.ADHD roundtable. Today we have on Jami Fregeau BSN CCRN SCRN. Also known as The Neurodivergent Nurse. At 36 years old she was diagnosed with ADHD and has been on a journey to learn about this diagnosis and how to navigate through it. She's had struggles throughout her nursing career but always knew there was something more! We talk about the real, raw, and embarrassing stories of living with ADHD and also on her podcast The Neurodivergent Nurse. Since receiving the diagnosis she started her podcast and IG account that focuses primarily on ADHD but a lot of i...2023-04-041h 18
The Neurodivergent NurseADHD Fashion Solutions With Wardrobe Stylist Paul JulchI don't know about you, but when it comes to fashion I STRUGGLE. I talk to a professional Wardrobe Stylist, Paul Julch who provides amazing styling tips for those of us with ADHD including
** Not spending to much
** How to visualize our wardrobe
** Shopping with purpose
& More!
You can find more of Paul's amazing tips on his Instagram @urbsuburbstyle
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The ADHD Women's Wellbeing PodcastBuilding trust in our ADHD brains"Trusting ourselves - and our brains - isn't easy"This week’s guest is Jami Fregeau, a registered nurse aka the Neurodivergent Nurse. After Jami was late diagnosed with ADHD at age 36 In December 2020, she started The Neurodivergent Nurse Podcast which provides weekly episodes, discussing all things ADHD.During this week's episode, Kate and Jami talk about:Undiagnosed ADHD within the health care professionMemory retention, learning and confidence Imposter Syndrome and not feeling good enoughSelf-trust and self-doubt while learning and absorbing informationStudying and completing qualifications undiagnosed and why those with ADHD learn differentlyBeing highly sensitive and empathetic while working in hig...2022-05-2646 min
ADHD Women's Wellbeing PodcastBuilding trust in our ADHD brains"Trusting ourselves - and our brains - isn't easy"This week’s guest is Jami Fregeau, a registered nurse aka the Neurodivergent Nurse. After Jami was late diagnosed with ADHD at age 36 In December 2020, she started The Neurodivergent Nurse Podcast which provides weekly episodes, discussing all things ADHD.During this week's episode, Kate and Jami talk about:Undiagnosed ADHD within the health care professionMemory retention, learning and confidence Imposter Syndrome and not feeling good enoughSelf-trust and self-doubt while learning and absorbing informationStudying and completing qualifications undiagnosed and why those with ADHD learn differentlyBeing highly sen...2022-05-2647 min
Up My Nursing GameEquipment Malfunction Rapid Responses with Jami Fregeau from The Neurodivergent Nurse PodcastJami Fregeau, RN walks through rapid responses that nurses can (for the most part) manage independently. Hold on to your seat as we discuss equipment malfunctions and how to be prepared for when it happens to your patient.Use the promo code UMNG10 to get 10% off your order from Stoggles.Up My Nursing Game is partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for registered nurses. Click here to obtain nursing credit (1.00).See the show notes at upmynursinggame.com2022-01-0341 min
From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of SuccessEpisode 114 with ADHD Advocate Jami Fregeau"Painting is such a good release because it changes my focus where I have to think about what I'm trying to create. I always thought, okay, I was lazy or I'm just a slob or there were all of these negative things that I told myself about what I didn't do that everyone else around me did."
If you would like to follow Jami and her journey head over to Instagram @theneurodivergentnurse or here are some of her other links to follow as well:
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First Do No HarmThrough The Lens of Black Lives Matter: Racial Disparities In The ADHD DiagnosisDr. Kimberly Douglass joins this episode (originally recorded on The Neurodivergent Nurse Podcast) to discuss what is behind the difficulties of receiving a diagnosis of ADHD for Black Americans. She discusses how symptoms in Black children are ignored as we look at issues such as the school to prison pipleline, the racial and ethnic disparities across the entire healthcare spectrum, implicit bias with diagnosing Black Americans, community stigma and more. Dr. Douglass has formed an encouraging community with her presence on TikTok (drkimberlydouglass) where she shares her knowledge of all things Neurodivergence ranging from Autism to needs of executive...2021-03-3154 min
First Do No HarmMy Bad Days As A NurseAnother installment of On The Road Ramblings where you get a chat before the day has it's chance to impact my thoughts and emotions. As always these episodes recorded on the road are always raw and unedited. On this episode Jami reflects back on her two worst days in her nursing career one in which she was assaulted and another that left a forever token that she carries every day into her career.
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First Do No HarmThe Neurodivergent Nurse: Six Tips For Those With Rejection Sensitive DysphoriaEpisode two just dropped on the podcast, The Neurodivergent Nurse. The episode offers six quick reminders for those who struggle Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Listen and enjoy, but don't forget to subscribe to the other podcast. They won't be played on First Do No Harm Forever (but probably until all the major platforms start playing the content! Enjoy!
https://www.additudemag.com/rejection-sensitive-dysphoria-and-adhd/
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First Do No HarmThe Neurodivergent Nurse: Episode 1 ADHD in WomenBrand new podcast just launched today! The Neurodivergent Nurse. It is all things ADHD and my raw and funny journey as we discover what it means to be an adult (woman) with ADHD. I'm sharing the very first episode with you on First Do No Harm. If you love it then be sure to find it on your favorite listening platform and subscribe so you don't have to miss a single episode!
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First Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: You Are Stronger Than Your AnxietyLet's talk a bit about anxiety. 2020 was no doubt the year of the nurse. While this episode is geared towards newer nurses, it has great tips and reminders for those of us who are beginning our new career, new job, new specialty. Realize anxiety is normal, but you are stronger than your anxiety.
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First Do No HarmNurse Papa: An Interview With A Pediatric Oncology Nurse"I’m okay if it hurts and I’m okay if I feel uncomfortable because I would rather have truth than to block what I’m feeling. It’s part of being human, it’s part of being a nurse and it’s part of being a father." - Nurse Papa
This week David (aka Nurse Papa) joins the show to talk about what it's like to care for children with cancer. He shares some of his most treasured memories and lessons he's learned that we can all take something from. David also shares a bit about his upcoming...2021-02-1837 min
First Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: She Believed She Could So She DidI read a post from Nurse_Haskins that said, "Dear NURSING students" Don't allow ANYONE to rush you to the finish line. It took ME over 20 years to go from CNA to FNP and some of those SAME PEOPLE have dropped out of the race."
This caused me to reflect back to my own journey. 10 years later I proudly wear a bracelet my mom bought me that says, "She Believed She Could So She Did."
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First Do No HarmSocialized HealthcareThere are many fears circulating around the new president, Joe Biden. One of the fears include socialized medicine/Universal Healthcare. In the United States we don’t fully grasp what it includes and there are countless myths and misconceptions when discussing such issues. First Do No Harm dives into the issue by having the hosts of Gritty Nurse Podcast (one of my favorites) on to discuss what Universal Health Care means in their country (Canada). I hope you enjoy listening to these two nurses as they educate me on what the realism of such construct really means.
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Se...2021-01-2734 minFirst Do No HarmConspiracy TheoriesIn the 17th Century the author Jonathan Swift wrote: “Falsehood flies, and the truth comes limping after it.” In the year 2020 it is apparent falsehood flies as fast as ever in our own, supposedly scientific times.
A survey by the Pew Research Center found that a quarter of U.S. adults believe that there's at least some truth to a conspiracy theory that the coronavirus pandemic was intentionally started. Others allege that the outbreak isn't as bad as reported, that a quarter-million Americans haven't died. Official narratives and figures are questioned.
The confusion that seems infe...2021-01-0453 min
First Do No HarmOTRR: Tips For Working on Christmas Plus My One Week Vaccine Update.As always On The Road Ramblings is a portion of the podcast recorded in the early mornings in the way to work before mind becomes polluted by the day. It is always raw and unedited. I received my COVID19 Vaccine 8 days ago and wanted to touch base about the adverse effects I experienced. I also wanted to remind you of some positive reminders if you're finding yourself working in healthcare this holiday season. Happy and safe wishes to you all
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First Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: On The Way To Get The Covid19 VaccineThis miniseries is recorded as always on my way to work. It's raw an unedited. Today we briefly chat about an article of a couple who died of covid19 recently in the ICU holding hands. These people who have passed away have faces. Today at 2:20pm I am making history and getting the first dose of the Pfizer vaccine. Be sure to like my facebook page First Do No Harm Podcast to get all the updates of side effects and whatever may come. Let's put an end to this together. 💓
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First Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: Being a Nurse Doesn't Change You, But it ShouldBeing questioned, "What happened to sweet Jami" caused internal reflection. As I compare myself today to who I was 10 years ago I realized this family friend was right. I am so different and no longer seemingly timid and docile. As I continued to reflect, I realize the change came as I grew in the world of nursing. Being a nurse doesn't change you, but it should.
If you are thinking about becoming a nurse, if you're currently a nurse, or a retired nurse tune in to see if you think these attributes are those that...2020-11-3000 min
First Do No HarmSam's Journey with COVID19 and the Race For a VaccineOn this episode SAM, a registered nurse joins me to discuss COVID19 vaccines as well as her journey of contracting the coronavirus in March. The two vaccines we focus the most on are Moderna and Pfizer. We discuss the update of the two per their latest study results. We discuss our views and feelings about the vaccines as healthcare workers. Will we agree to take the vaccine when it becomes available? Tune in to find out and our reasons behind our choices.
As always don’t forget to rate, review, and share this podcast on your listening pl...2020-11-2200 minFirst Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: You Can Do Good ThingsIs your world feeling heavy right now? Are you in fear because the potential direction of this Country? Tune in to scrape the surface together.
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First Do No HarmThrough The Lens of Black Lives Matter: President-Elect Joe BidenSo, please don’t speak to me of “healing”
because you cannot know what healing means
until you know the hurt. - Adam Lawrence Dyer
Today is a monumental day as we have a new President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. Unique Morgan Dunston, an activist and beautiful soul from Alabama joins the podcast today to discuss what the new administration means to her. She answers uncomfortable questions posed by those in the community of Marshall County, Alabama. Most importantly, so helps give insight on how the community of People of Color view the sh...2020-11-0800 minFirst Do No HarmBecause you have lived (Jami 2.0)A break was taken after I questioned about making a difference in the world. The last few weeks have been those of reflection and revelation. As Ralph Waldo stated, “To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” Let’s be successful people together.
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First Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: You Matter TooLet's all take a week and stop focusing on the world around us. Let's take a safe pause away from the negativity we are allowing into our headspace, let's take a test aware from trying to create a better area for others. Our minds, emotions, energy, anger, empathy, frustration, "how to help" list, etc is all over the place. While our focus is so outward I want you to take 20 minutes and chat with me about how we can continue to focus on First Do(ing) No Harm, but instead of allowing that focus to be on others, let's make...2020-09-2421 minFirst Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: Radical or Humane?This episode is brought to you raw and unedited before my emotions are polluted by experiences of the day.
I always wanted to be seen in the best light and never wanted to make waves. After all Jesus said "Blessed are the peacemakers.." (Matthew 5:9) right? As I look out at the world and the bold statements people are making that minimize others I also reflect to “Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and ne...2020-09-1628 min
First Do No HarmReflection of 9/11 During a Pandemic9/11/2001. My facebook feed was full of stories of how people reflected on what they were doing the moment they heard or watched the attack as the planes crashed into the towers. Our country was one full of fear, full of mourning for those that died beneath the rubble. We came together, united. 2,977 lives were lost that terrible day. We welcomed the changes that came to prevent another attack that could kill a mass amount of people again. TSA was formed. We gladly jumped through the hoops, we rolled with the changes of the early times to get to...2020-09-1217 min
First Do No HarmThrough The Lens of Black Lives Matter: Police Brutality“Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy.
Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice.
Now is the time to open the doors of opportunity to all of God's children. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quicksands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood.”
― Martin Luther King Jr., I Have a Dream: Writings and Speeches That Changed the World
There's so much that we cannot understand until we take the time to understand why people feel the way th...2020-09-0831 minFirst Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: Seeing With The Eyes of Another"Empathy is seeing with the eyes of another, listening with the ears of another and feeling with the heart of another." - Alfred Adler
This segment, On The Road Ramblings is recorded (safely) bright and early on my long commute to work. These are the moments of purest thought unaffected by events of the day. This episode is also raw and unedited.
I was asked by a patient recently, "Do you understand what this Black Lives Matter is all about? I thought all lives matter?"
Recent conversations from people in my community...2020-08-2836 minFirst Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: Perfectly Imperfect"There is no way to genuinely, powerfully, truly love yourself while crafting a mask of perfection."
Another early morning recording while on the way to work. Do you fear people seeing who you really are flaws and all? The reality is none of us are perfect humans. We all have things that we are not proud of, we have shortcomings that we wish we could change. Having flaws and making mistakes are part of life and who we are.
We need to learn to embrace the mistakes we have made while navigating through this life...2020-08-2317 minFirst Do No HarmOn The Road Ramblings: My Covid19 AgendaSo many accusations and uncertainties are flying around about this deadly virus. Many of them I personally receive as I continue to keep the general population up to date. Are they right? Do I have an ulterior motive? Tune in and find out.
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First Do No HarmYou Don't Know About Life Until You've Experienced It with Dr. Dosani."You really don't know anything about life until you've experienced it."
Dr. Naheed Dosani is a palliative care physician who cares for homeless that focuses on dignity and compassion, whether in a shelter or on the street. He joins today's episode to discuss the patient that was a catalyst in determining the direction of medicine he would take, health as a social factor, the fact that Covid19 is not the great equalizer as we have been told, and the importance of caring for others for who they are, where they are.
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First Do No HarmE30: Teaching During a PandemicIt seems the whole world has shut down during this pandemic. One that has certainly changed, but remains a constant is the school system and education. Today's guest, Joe Henderson is a middle school math teacher who shares his experiences with the changes that have come to pass during this pandemic. He discusses the initial changes, the good that has come from it, as well has his personal thoughts on how the system will be able to go about opening safely for students in the future.
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First Do No HarmPandemic Palate Cleanser: Feel Good StoriesIn the midst of a pandemic who doesn't need a break from the conspiracy theories and the the death and infection toll? Today's episode shares a few stories to restore your faith in humanity and find the silver lining of the pandemic. Most importantly, don't hesitate to reach out if you feel you are suffering. These are hard times, and I am here for you.
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First Do No HarmPandemic Palate Cleanser: Easter Trivia with Jami and JoeWho wins the trivia trophy between Jami and Joe? Jami cleary won the dad jokes secition on the last episode, so let's find out who knew the most about Easter trivia!
We hope everyone is staying home and staying safe. Just rememer, this won't last forever. But while time is ticking, what can we do to make your day a bit brighter?
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First Do No HarmPandemic Palate Cleanser: Dad JokesLet's take a break from all the covid19 crap and let's have a Pandemic Palate Cleanser of mindnumbing Dad jokes. Joe joins me today and we throw 15 dad jokes at each other. Who has the best material?
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First Do No HarmE28: Limited Resources for Those on the Front Lines of COVID19Tune in to listen to an interview with an ICU nurse who is in the trenches of COVID19 and the discussion of our limited resources. What is the proper mask to use? Should they be used multiple times? Should the masks be sanitized as President Trump suggested?
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First Do No HarmE27: Palliative Care with Adrianne BehningThis week First Do No Harm had a phenomenal guest to talk about Palliative Care. This episode is a bit more about the hospital side, but information we should all be aware of. Adrianne Behning, the host of Nursing Uncensored Podcast joins the podcast as a specialist who has spent years of her career dealing with palliative care. She digs into what palliative care means for the patient as well as the family as well the beautiful ways of caring for those who choose the palliative care route.
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First Do No HarmE26: Coronavirus (CoVid-19) Part 2Tune in to have your questions answered. If you get sick with CoVid-19 can you infect your pets? Do the masks help prevent the spread? Is there a vaccine? Also, enjoy yourself with a fact or fiction game portion on the podcast.
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First Do No HarmE25: Novel Coronavirus (CoVid-19) Part 1CoVid-19
Let’s get some facts straight. This episode we are going to hit the meat and potatoes. Part One: What is it? Where did it come from? What is it like? How is the virus spread? What can I do to prevent the spread and prepare my children and home? What type of population is most at risk?
How to get your household prepared for CoVid-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/home/get-your-household-ready-for-COVID-19.html
FAQ from World Health Organization:
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https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/share-facts.html
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First Do No HarmE 24: Getting the Facts so YOU Can VoteOn this episode we discuss the No-ID voter and the fact that some voters have no form of ID exclusions can apply if they have previously voted. Some states allow utility bills with current address. Federal law requires all first-time voters who do not supply information that can be verified against other state or federal databases at the time they register to show some form of ID when they vote.
The Procrastinating voter and the fact that very few states allow late or in-person same-day voter registration. The fact is most deadlines range from two weeks to 30...2020-02-0519 min
First Do No HarmE 23: Carlos' journey to America: The True Story of A Child ImmigrantAt 16 years old Carlos set out towards America. He took a journey towards a better life. However Carlos was detained at the border during a time the numbers of those being detained were critical. What happens to him next should have never happened to a child.
The Flu is here this season in full force. I also discuss with you the current numbers in American- how many sickness, hospitalizations and deaths that have taken it's toll on those who live in the states and what you can do to protect yourself and your family.
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First Do No HarmE 22: Kindness Crusader: I'm Your Dad NowThis is a special segment of First Do No Harm that highlights everyday heroes that are part of the crusade to spread love and kindness in our world.
Meet Will, or to many, Dad. Will tells the story that sparked starting his facebook page I'm Your Dad Now. He was stunned to find out how many children are in the foster system hoping to be adopted after being left homeless by their families after coming out as part of the LGBTQ community. Tune into the episode to learn more about Will and all he's doing for his community.
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First Do No HarmE 21: What Happened to Rodney Reed? Who Deserves the Death Penalty?With a quick review of the case of Stacey Stites and the conviction of Rodney Reed to receive the death penalty. Lawyers faught long and hard for Mr. Reed to receive a second hearing. Why? Tune in and find out.
Where do you stand on this case? Do you think there's enough evidence to convict and kill the man from 1996?
Voice your thoughts and opinions on the death penalty. You can even call in if you want to be heard. You can also donate to the patreon by...2019-12-0927 minFirst Do No HarmE 20: Rodney Reed: True Crime & The Death PenaltyStacey was engaged to be married to a handsome police officer. She was found murdered early April. Her culprit convicted a year later, or so it seemed..
Tune in next week when we further explore this case and all the facts surrounding capital punishment.
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Q The NurseCONTROVERSIAL Nursing News | First Do No HarmFirst Do No Harm is a podcast hosted by Jami Fregeau that brings information to the forefront of controversial issues in hopes to add the human factor to issues we all seem to be opinionated about.
We really get into the MANY controversial issues:
Parents lose custody of 4 year old son with cancer when they decide to stop Chemo
My nursing career
Dealing with elderly patients with brain injuries
J&J ordered to pay $572 million due to the opioid epidemic
Vaping deaths and the ban on...2019-10-031h 32
First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Sleep Edition
The 7th episode of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 10 tales about sleep. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
1. Drinking a glass of warm milk will help you sleep.
2. Never wake a sleep walker because it can cause a heart attack, shock or brain damage.
3. If you can’t sleep you should count sheep to fall asleep.
4. During sleep your brain rests&nb...2019-09-0213 min
First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Animal EditionThe 6th episode of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 8 tales about animals. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
An elephant never forgets
Camels store water in their humps
Crocodiles are crybabies
Ostriches bury their head in the sand when they are scared or threatened
Frogs croak loudly when rain is coming
Chocolate is toxic for dogs
Mother birds will reject their babies...2019-08-2513 min
First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Food and Drink EditionThe 5th of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 8 tales about food and drink. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
Eating a tomato helps prevent sunburn
Oats help soothe bug bites
Eating turkey makes you sleepy
Alcohol helps you sleep
Spicy foods will cause you to have an ulcer
A spoonful of honey is good for coughs
Chocolate causes acne
Drinking...2019-08-2014 min
First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Home RemediesThe 4th of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 8 tales about home remedies. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out! How did you do?
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First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Health Edition
The 3rd of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 6 tales about health. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
Knuckle cracking causes arthritis
Chicken soup can cure a cold.
Your mouth is dirtier than a toilet seat.
If you eat too many carrots you’ll turn orange.
Sneezing too hard can cause a stroke.
Reading in dim light will damage your eyes.&nb...2019-07-2817 min
First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Weather Edition The 2nd of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 6 tales about weather. Half are true, Half are false. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
It’s so hot you can fry an egg on the sidewalk.
A fuzzy Caterpillar can shed light on winter weather.
A red sky at night, sailor’s delight. A red sky in the morning, sailor’s warning
You’ll catch a cold if you g...2019-07-2210 min
First Do No HarmOld Wives' Tales: Fact or Fiction? Pregnancy Edition
The first of the mini series covering Old Wive's Tales to discover which are fact which are fiction. This episode will be covering 4 tales about pregnancy. Two are true, two are false. Can you guess which have been proven to be factual? Listen and find out!
Heartburn while you carry means your body will be hairy. Fact or Fiction?
You can't get pregnant while you're breastfeading. Fact or Fiction?
Eat your veggies now and your babies will love them later. Fact or Fiction?
If you're carrying low...2019-07-1311 minFirst Do No HarmEpisode 19: Watch Your Mouth! Hey Honey, sweetie, baby!
On this week’s episode it is just you and me. I reflect back on a lesson that is taught to all those who prepare to care for those in the healthcare setting. It is the way in which we talk to and address others. I reflect back on several people who triggered me in simple conversation and what YOU and I both can do to ensure we don't make others feel such a way.
A group of highly anxious individuals performed at least six acts of kindness a...2019-06-2920 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 18: Chronic Pain Management Without A Prescription"My pain isn't who I am, but it controls what I can do, and in this world what you can do is a huge measure of who you are." -unknown
In this week’s episode we chat about night shift versus day shift and which is the coveted position in the world of healthcare. We also discuss chronic pain. In the midst of an opioid epidemic it is becoming increasingly difficult to get pain medication in seek of relief. At times the medications barely feel like a bandaid. As a sufferer of chronic pain I began looking fo...2019-06-2254 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 17: Physician Assisted Suicide
“To have control of my own mind.. to go with dignity is less terrifying. When I look at both options I have to die, I feel this is far more humane.” –Brittany Maynard
Maine just became the 8th state plus Washington DC to legalize physician assisted suicide, also known as physician assisted death. It has been a topic of controversy since 1990’s. Tina from the podcast Good Nurse Bad Nurse joins the show this week to discuss how she views life and what it means to die with dignity. She also shares an experien...2019-06-1448 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 16: Do Yourself a Favor. Get Healthy Mentally and Physically By Doing This One Thing..Every single act of kindness, no matter how small has a ripple effect.
I quizzed social media asking what one thing can (scientifically) INCREASE love, energy, happiness, pleasure and your life span. The same one thing can act as an antidepressant. It can DECREASE stress, pain, anxiety, depression and high blood pressure.
Some of our favorite guesses included pets, vacation with someone you love, being outdoors, and a couple more.
Listen to Christen and I discuss Kindness and the ways in which we find ourselves struggling as well.
...2019-06-0734 minFirst Do No HarmEpisode 15: Where Does Loving Others Begin?It is no secret that it is my mission to open the eyes and minds of people that we can all begin to understand one another and in return spread kindness through our differences.
In the Season Finale of First Do No Harm we dial back to find out where it all began for me. My mom, Jan Jackson is the guest on the show (and my biggest support system with this podcast) and she and I chat on how she raised a child to see the world through loving lenses. Even though I lived it, traveling...2019-05-3121 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 14: The Measles Are Back! What Can We Do to Keep Ourselves Safe?The Measles are back! Tune in to this week's episode to learn what the signs and symptoms are, to learn whether we should be vaccinated AGAIN as adults, and discuss some issues about vaccinations themselves and Big Pharma.
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First Do No HarmEpisode 13: Pro-Life and Pro-Choice. We Begin Caring at the First Heart Beat. Then What?The heartbeat bill is one that many states are passing. This Bill is one that states abortion cannot be performed after a heartbeat is detected. We navigate through all things pro-life, fetal heartbeat bills, and women's rights.
Information on the children in the foster system in Georgia:
https://www.circleranchinc.org/the-need
I also had the opportunity to interview a man who has a strong stance of a woman's right to choose as he was a product of his mother's rape.
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First Do No HarmEpisode 12: Get to Know Your Hosts! Q&A with Jami and Christen
We thought it would be fun for you all to get to know us better. We both prepared questions for the other medical and non medical that the other person knew nothing about! This week we included questions such as:
2 truths and a lie
If your life were a novel, what would be the title of it?
Sweet or Savory
What one thing would you want people to know instantly about you ?
Western medicine or Eastern Medicine?
If you could spend the day in the shoes of someone else who would it be?
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First Do No HarmEpisode 11: Assault on the JobThis weeks episode Christen and I begin discussing the current news of injured nurses due to angry patients. She provides staggering statistics about the number of healthcare workers that report violence against them while on the job.
Rusty joins to discuss the dangers he has had to encounter as a paramedic with decades worth of experience. He gives us a glimpse into what first responders subject themselves to every time they go to work. He also discusses ways in which people cope with such stressors.
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First Do No HarmEpisode 10: The Story of A DonorChristen shares a story with us all of a man who was in a fatal car accident, but decided to be a donor at a young age. Find out how his family felt about Garret's choices.
If you are interested in signing up to be an organ donor click on this link to make it happen!
https://www.donatelife.net/register/
If you need help making a living will and legally having a power of attorney to make sure your wishes are carried out, check...2019-04-1110 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 9: Donate Life. What You Never Knew About Organ Donation April is Donate Life Month. In this episode Christen, my new cohost, who is a neuro ICU nurse at one of the top hospitals for neurology and neurosurgery joins to chat about Organ donation.
When I reached out to my listeners, the main reason that people shared that they were not advocates of organ donation is because their religion did not support organ donation. Christen was quizzed on different religions to find exactly who did not allow organ donation.
AME & AME ZION (African Methodist Episcopal) – Allowed
Amish- Allowed
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First Do No HarmEpisode 8: A Safe Place to Use Heroin (Part 2): A Nurse's PerspectiveEmily is an amazing nurse who works in an Intensive Care Unit. She weighs in Safe Injection Facilities and the dangers that she perceives associated with bringing such places to the United States.
This is the second part to a two part episode. On the last episode Rory Fleming was interviewed on his stance and the politics associated with breaking ground legally to provide addicts a place to inject drugs under medical supervision.
Supervised consumption services (SCS)/Safe Injection Facilities/Safe Injection Sites(SIFs)/Overdose Prevention...2019-04-0114 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 7: A Safe Place to Use Heroin
"In all my years as a physician I have never met an addicted person who wanted to be an addict" - Dr. Noro Volkow NIDA Director
According to Harm Reduction Coalition, more than 28,000 are lost to heroin and other opioid over doses every year. The United States has been in a battle against drugs dating back to the 1960's. Today, the country is facing an Opioid Epidemic that continues to run rampant with no signs of stopping.
In 12 countries efforts have been made...2019-04-011h 02First Do No HarmEpisode 6: Moving Past Stereotypes: An Interview With A Trans Man
"We are all humans. We all have a human experience, you know it's important to stop drinking our own juice and listen and validate other peoples' experiences." -Renfield
A patient sparked the interest in this topic when I witnessed a transgender woman in a hospital who treated the staff, especially her nurse horribly. When the nurse was talking about the abuse she was receiving from this patient she still referred to the patient with her chosen name and pronoun preference. I was so amazed at this nurse and the capacity and respect...2019-04-011h 13First Do No HarmEpisode 5: Polycistic Ovary Syndrome: How Insensitive Are you?
Every person you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.
Alta is a 34 year old woman who is fighting a battle with Polycystic Ovary Syndrom (PCOS). She shares her story about the diagnosis, the emotional struggles, and societal struggles that she and her husband must deal with on a daily basis. If you know anyone who is suffering from this, even a distant friend I encourage you to listen because it just might open your eyes to love them and support them in the way they need most.
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First Do No HarmEpisode 4: Does the Full Moon Change People?
Halloween has always been my favorite holiday as far back as I could remember. It was a special day that my dad and I always spent together. In this episode I bring none other than my dad, Johnnie Jackson to share with you many of the stories I heard growing up of what he learned through the years of the actions and activities a full moon seems to cause.
In light of my favorite holiday this episode contains a contest and THE WINNER will receive a $25 Amazon giftcard. What's the catch? You must...2019-04-0121 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 3: Sexual Assault. Who Do You Believe?
Case Study:
A woman presents to the hospital with a Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Simply put a vessel in her head started leaking blood, likely from a ruptured aneurysm. This lady is rushed to interventional radiology (IR) to have a procedure known as a coiling performed that will stop the bleeding in her head. In order to perform the procedure a neurosurgeon must go in through the artery in her groin in order to reach the aneurysm in her brain. Once the procedure is successfully complete a nurse in the IR must hold pressure at the...2019-04-0122 min
First Do No HarmEpisode 2: Discrimination in Healthcare
Before listening to today’s episode, it is important that you first reflect back to a time in which you or a family member were sick and required medical attention whether it be in the setting of a Hospital or Dr’s office. What were the expectations you had surrounding your care? Where would you draw the line as unacceptable behavior from a provider?
Would it be disrespect?
Would it be not being spoken to like you are a human being?
Would it be racial slurs towards you and...2019-03-2631 minFirst Do No HarmEpisode 1: Introduction
I am a registered nurse who works primarily in Neurological Intensive Care Units across the country (Yes, travel nurse).
This podcast came about because I was really struggling in life. I would go to work and return home and lie in bed with a broken heart. I was grieving what seems to be a lack of humanity, and respect that we human beings have for each other. I needed to find a way to open the minds of us all so that maybe, just maybe we aren’t so trapped in wh...2019-03-2605 min