Tech Tip:
Ctrl + (+ or -)
I love using this because sometimes the print on a page is just too small. You don't have to be over 65 to be unable to read the fine print. This quick key makes the screen larger and easier to see. When I first learned about it I didn't think I would have any use for it, but now I frequently use it.
Class Reflection:
The Amish
In clinical this week I had the experience of working with the Amish. I had never really thought about how they get their healthcare. We actually frequently see Amish and Mennonite families at LGH. The Clinic for Special Children is a non-profit medical and diagnostic service for children with inherited metabolic disorders in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It was founded by Dr. D. Holmes Morton. The clinic specializes in biochemical disorders such as glutaric aciduria, maple syrup urine disease, Crigler-Najjar syndrome, medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency, and other disorders that occur in the Old Order Amish and Old Order Mennonite communities in Pennsylvania. The clinic, which is a registered charitable organization, is actually funded by fees for services, benefit auction proceeds, and private contributions. When the children need additional medical attention they are sent to LGH, which supports the Clinic for Special Children.
Class Topic:
Technology Use in Healthcare
When writing my technology in the workplace paper, I found a really cool article about LGH and the programs they use. Since starting my second clinical semester, at both LGH and Women and Babies, it seems that everyone is going “paperless.” The article spoke about what tools the LGH had decided to work with.
In clinical at LGH I have actually come across quite a few of these programs including UpToDate, Lexicomp, and Pharmacy OneSource.
I use these programs almost every day when in the hospital whether to document patient information, look up material on procedures, or find dosages for patient medications.
I never thought it was such a big deal, but now seeing them in an online article I realize how important these resources are.
If I didn’t know about these programs, it would be extrem
ely hard to complete my required patient paperwork.
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MS Publisher:
Likes & Dislikes
I think it is interesting how MS Publisher works but I am not a big fan of using it. I have only had to make a few brochures and I didn't really enjoy it. I did like the easy to use aspect of the program though. It was very helpful in making my graded brochure for class.
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October:
Freak Snow Storm!
Well I love snow so I was uber excited when I woke up to see a ton of snow. The night before when I heard that snow was coming I thought the weather people were losing their minds. I mean in October? Its been years since there was actual accumulation in October in Lancaster. It still blows my mind how people rush to the store to buy milk, bread, and eggs the second they hear about snow. I mean if I were planned to be stuck in my home I would hope I had some canned goods, not perishables. I mean if your really going to buy something in bulk maybe water, matches, candles, or blankets would be a more useful choice. The second your power goes out your milk and eggs will rot in your nolonger cold refridgerator. It just makes me laugh.
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