Psych reports/anxiety
Posted By: Stargazerzer on 2009-01-23
In Reply to: does anyone have advice for this situation... - anxiousMT
This might help; When nurses attend college, one of the first thngs they are told is "do not identify with patients' symptoms"! It might be worthwhile talking to your supe, taking him/her into your confidence but the results may be as you anticipated. Psych can be upsetting, especially if you are compassionate. If no help from supe, the Valerian is a good idea, or a cup of soothing tea and trying not to relate - if you can, "block."
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My faves are psych reports, then social service evals, then ERs (gotta love the gore) then everything else kind of falls after that. Ops have got to be my nemesis, I hate them, but I do them anyway and smile as I do them (it helps to smile )
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Psych reports can differ in the amount of pages depending on the physician and what kind of report. But go with you gut instinct as to whether this is the move for you or not. It sounds like a good deal, but gas prices are still high though they are going down a little.
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The MR reports were being filed. Referring physicians/medical care providers reports were not.
This is a hospital radiology department with in-house MTs and a clerk who is in charge of the report distribution.
No anxiety from this old gal, at
52 menopause keeps me warm and toasty.
anxiety
I too have always been on the shy side, and it's not that I don't like people, it's just that I hate being in social situations where there are lots of people, like weddings for example. I only go to those events if I absolutely have to. For me it is not lack of self esteem. I feel I have a lot to offer. It is just that I have more of a quiet type of personality, less outgoing, more introverted. Sometimes I wish I was a bit more outgoing, but not often and it is definitely one of the reasons I love working at home. 
anxiety
But I'm wondering, is it really a "BAD" thing or is just that our personalities are different from really outgoing types? I mean, I'm uncomfortable in a crowd of people I don't know and a little shy. It's just my personality. Is it really bad to be shy to the point where you need medication? I don't feel it is. We are all different with different strengths and weaknesses.
I'm not sure if it is anxiety....
I have considered that anxiety could be a possibility, as I definitely experienced it as a child myself. However, it seems to be less likely the cause because he shows no 'classic' signs of anxiety that would make me think otherwise. He is a great kid, no struggles in school (actually he is doing GREAT in school!), normal home life, normal activities, has a Wonderful teacher, etc. I volunteer at his school every Monday in his classroom. I have looked for signs of anxiety while in the classroom as well. He seems perfectly fine, listens well and does his work, and is not clingy with me (which I thought could happen, especially when leaving, but he winks at me from across the room and knows that I'm leaving and is fine with that.) His teacher said he doesn't seem anxious to her either. He is a great reader and he gets up in front of the class and reads to them (this is something I Never would have had the courage to do at this age!) So, I hesitate to think it is 'nerves', but I'm not sure. Thanks for your input! :)
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Does it ever end on its own?
Anxiety
Has been 5 years now for me. I have been on medication in the past, but decided, because of side effects of meds, to try to handle it alone. Not doing too well with that. Can't seem to get past it. I guess I was hoping you could provide a definitive answer - you know something quick, cheap, and easy, and VOILA - no more anxiety! Oh well!! TKX anyhow and best to you!
The two sentence normal reports will balance out the 3 page reports.
I am Wendy too
Anyone else have anxiety using heat?
I've had to turn on the old heater this past week and I must admit I'm feeling really nerrrrrvous about getting my bill! I'm afraid to keep it on for fear of a thousand dollar charge! Anyone else with "heating bill anxiety"? 
Heat anxiety
I live in AZ so our big bills are in the summer for the AC. I moved back to upstate NY for a few years and am back in AZ now. When in NY I almost froze and had huge electric bills, so I bought a little electric space heater and put it under my desk. It kept me toasty all day and I didn't have to crank up the heat in the entire house to stay thawed out. Give it a try! Heating costs have gone up everywhere this year because the poor oil companies really are hurting for money (HA). The little space heater will really do the trick and keep you toasty all winter. What part of the country are you in?
Heat anxiety--here's what I'm trying sm
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I have read some of the other posts and yours. It sounds to me like maybe an anxiety attack, but not a panic attack. Panic attackes are usually more severe like those others have explained. I have anxiety attacks where I cannot catch my breath and cannot talk. My mom has suffered two panic attacks that were much different and more severe. One landed her in an ambulance. Panic attacks are like others have said you feel like you are dying. Those around you may suspect a heart attack or that you are dying when you are actually having a panic attack. My mom did not know where she was or who anybody was. She could not speak or breath clearly. She could not move either. I can understand not having insurance. I have been there. I would monitor if it happens again and when you are able to go see a doctor. We have a discount clinic in our town so maybe you can check into that. They charge a cheaper office visit fee.
Maybe he had stool anxiety...nm
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I'm feeling I have this, though have never been clinically diagnosed. I get very uncomfortable in large crowds and much prefer being in a setting with just one or two people or even being alone. I have gotten worse as I've gotten older. Then again, I really seem to ENJOY my solitude so I'm not certain it's a bad thing completely.
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Maybe we're loners.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/partyofone/
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Social anxiety, yes!!
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thanks, i feel better now. yes, the anxiety is something different. nm
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Given the extreme nature of your anxiety
plus your other medications, I wouldn't mess with it. Just because it's "natural" doesn't mean there aren't any side effects. The warnings on RxMed say not to take with MAO, SSRI, tricyclic antidepressants or dopamine agonists.
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There are some European studies out there indicating that St. John's wort is effective with mild side effects. Still, I'd avoid taking herbs period with your existing symptoms and medications.
Heat anxiety solution
I have "electricity" anxiety all the time and especially in winter when I use my electric heater. What I do is shut off the power (at the breaker box) to my electric water heater. I turn it on a few minutes before I'm going to wash dishes or take a bath. I also keep all the lights off except in the room I am working in. I am single so I am able to do this without an argument from anyone.
Anyone have social anxiety disorder?
nm
So much anxiety that I haven't even turned heat on
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Left out depression, anxiety, becoming a hermit...
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Certain antidepressants/anti-anxiety meds also attribute to being antagonistic.
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I agree.. I would be working from home even if I didn't have anxiety attacks!
Thanks for sharing!
Maybe psych is just not her cup of tea! Maybe she should
try another speciality. I think everyone has potential somewhere, somehow. She just needs to find her "speciality" if you will.
Unless, she has been on other specialities and her QA score is still that low, then maybe she needs to find another career!
You have a tough job having to QA that - bless you!
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psych...really,..never done that before.
well, the owner sounds trustworthy,... and they have a lot of VA hospitals.. he didnt tell me what specialty or anything...i just thought i should ask..am really scared of foriegn dictators... never really worked for one. but this is a local co. right down the road from me...
Like GI, ID, Psych
Don't like Rehab-boring, Ophth-boring
psych 101
I've never met my dad, so I do not have a true model for measuring men against. They totally confuse me. I'm very independent and plan on pursuing my own goals. I think coming across a great man would just be a bonus and not a necessity. My most prominent relationship lasted almost a decade, and I remember him being really kind of cold and absent, and I was constantly vying for his attention. If I come across a truly loving nurturing guy, it scares me and I push away alot. I guess having a dad would have made me different, but I am what I am so its all I know.
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We have not yet gotten to Psych reports in school. I am excited to though. I think I would be very interested in them. I take it they are not the money makers?
Psych
Imagine this, typing psych report and patient asked the difference between a cat and a dog? Answer: I don't know I have scr---ed them both. I just about died.
psych (nm)
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psych job
There was one posted on mtjobs.com not too long ago. I did a sample report for them but it was a little more time consuming than I was able to take on. I honestly can't remember who it was but go back on that site and look back about two weeks.
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Anyone do Psych?
Do you have any websites you recommend specific to psych meds, term, etc?
psych
DSM III or DSM IV has all the diagnoses and criteria.
Who has Psych transcription available
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ER psych meds
standard formula given in emergency: Haldol 5 mg, Ativan 2 mg, Benadryl 50 mg
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This is why I like this board. This nice person did answer my question about numbering. This never came up but I found it very helpful and it made me less nervous. BTW, the test was mostly English words and I felt it was a waste of time and did not test my skills as a MLS at all, but that's the way it goes, I guess. Looking for something more challenging.
Psych transcription
Psychiatric Transcriptionist with over 15 years experience looking for extra accounts. Quality work, quick TAT, very reasonable rates. If you are looking for a hard worker that doesn't mind working weekends or whenever needed, please contact via email psych_mt@yahoo.com.
My favorite is psych - would do that all day if I could...
Don't care for ortho.
Psych transcription?
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