I am finally registered ) to a specific school for my 10 week teaching internship program in FL, required for graduation (beginning of the 2006-2007 school year).I do not get paid for that, it has a curriculum value of 4 credits. I am due 10 days after my last day. This is a healthy, complication-free pregnancy. I do not want to cancel as I am thrilled to finally finish my degree. The school will be an hour away from my home,and I know that docs don't reccommend to travel like that from the 36th week. The last internship week, I will be in my 38th week of pregnancy. I have the Florida Medicaid insurance.\n1. Do I have the right to take my teaching internship program despite the pregnancy? What laws protect me?\n2. If so, when should I talk to my internship coordinator?\n3. Should I ask for a doctor's note or letter to be sent to the internship coordinator or school specifying that I am physically fit to work despite the pregnancy, or up to a certain date? Would I have the right to?
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o.k. basically, what you do in this situation is YOUR decision.  this is school, not work, so you being pregnant has no bearing on whether you're "allowed" to do this internship or not, unless the program you are involved in contains some kind of verbage about interns who are pregnant, which i doubt it does unless you are teaching at a private school (they can be tricky about this).\n\nthink about a few things first, though.  what if you go into labor early???  would you have earned enough credit to not have to do the internship again??  if not, then are you willing to do it all over again later?? what if the dr. wants you on a few weeks of bed rest???  you don't know this until it happens.\ndue dates are guesses....my sister's first pregnancy was great, except when she started losing amniotic fluid about 3 weeks before her due date and they ahd to induce her labor.  \n\nyou also need to discuss this with your doctor.  ask about the distance.  if dr. approves, then your insurance SHOULD(check on this) cover birth at an out of network hospital.  that's how my insurance works.  \n\nyou don't need a doctor's note.  many women work right up to the day they go into labor.  there's no guarantees in pregnancy, so a note isn't going to reassure anyone.  if it makes you feel better, though, then go for it.\n\nalso, think about how you will be feeling the last month or so of your pregnancy.  that's the point where you just wnat the baby to come out and you are really swollen and kind of miserable.  this isn't true for everyone, but it's typical.  you're going to be on your feet all day without many breaks in the day.\n\nif i were in your position, i would probably wait to do the internship after baby.  that way i know i can be in prime condition, i won't have so many worries about the situation in general and it will be smooth sailing.\n\ngood luck on what you decide!  and just know that no one can stop you from doing this unless dr. says it's too far.  it would be discrimination.
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So you are graduating nursing school in 3 weeks! Congratulations! That is amazing. But since you got fired for failure to toilet a resident, that is also known as resident abuse. Yes by all means be honest, because all they have to do is pull up your cna records and see your history, and if you lie to them, that will impair you chance of any jobs. Be honest! Everyone can and does make mistakes, tell you new employer that you learned your lesson, and you were wrong not to take the resident to the toilet when you should have, and just how bad you feel about that and that your only asking for a chance to start over in your new career. I hope this helps you out, I am a CNA / Medic / LPN and I have heard of CNA's and other professions not being honest when applying for a position in a health career and it came back and bit them in the butt if you know what I mean.   Good Luck!
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I believe I would try to go to the doctor and explain that you did have what you thought was a self-diagnosed ear infection and stayed home for two weeks because of it.  It may cost you the price of an office visit but it may be worth it to save your grades.  I would think twice before taking any more time off of school for any reason, even if you feel sick in the future.  Let your teachers see that you are glad to be there and that you are going to be there, regardless.  Maybe if they see you exerting some effort, they will be less likely to request a doctor's note next time.  Good Luck.
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It's not a good sign or a bad sign. The techs are not allowed (under penalty of law) to tell you anything about the tests they administer....Only your doctor is allowed to talk to you about them. 10 days is about normal for scheduling a follow-up appointment, so don't worry yourself needlessly, until you can speak to your doctor and get the facts.\nGood luck!
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For alternative loans, the repayment terms vary greatly. Most educational loan lenders understand that particular feature (delayed repayment and, in some cases, a 6-month grace period after graduation) is the biggest "selling point.," so many do include that option.\n\nRecall that I'm pretty sure this loan is offered by your school itself, which leads me to believe that (a) the terms are probably pretty attractive and (b) you probably won't need to repay it until later. That said, borrowing money is important decision, so you shouldn't make any assumptions.\n\nIt is my sincere hope that your school wouldn't offer you a loan without first disclosing the *terms* of that loan to you.  Did you receive any paperwork on it? If so, the repayment information is probably in there. There are definitely some private loans out there that *don't* allow you to wait until you graduate (e.g. that begin repayment within 60 or 90 days).  With other private loans, the student is given the *option* to begin repayment immediately or delay that repayment until graduation -- and in these cases you would need to specifically request it.\n\nGive your school a call. Tell them that you have some questions about the loan you were offered. Get all the information you can -- asking lots of questions is never a bad thing when it comes to managing your finances. You might even ask them why they choose this loan program for you. Make sure they're keeping *your* best interests at heart.
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Pregnancy Issues\nMore than 90% of pregnant women with epilepsy give birth to normal, healthy babies.If I become pregnant, what are my chances of having a healthy baby?\nYour chances of having a normal, healthy child are excellent -- greater than 90%. However, there are some increased risks for women with epilepsy that you should consider before getting pregnant, if possible. Both your neurologist and your gynecologist/obstetrician need to be involved in reviewing your antiepileptic drug (AED) and any potential medication changes prior to the beginning of a pregnancy.\n\nDo women with epilepsy have problems getting pregnant?\nOverall, women with epilepsy have fewer children than other women. This may be partly personal choice, but research has indicated that women with epilepsy have a higher rate of menstrual cycle irregularities and other gynecological problems that may interfere with fertility. Again, it is important that you talk with your gynecologist/obstetrician and your neurologist to sort through these issues.\n\nThe more we learn about pregnancy and epilepsy, the greater our understanding of the risks of AEDs to infants. If you are a woman with epilepsy and you become pregnant, please register with the AED Pregnancy Registry, housed at Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School. The Registry will confidentially track your pregnancy and its outcome. As more women register and report the outcome of their pregnancy, the researches will be able to identify the safest AEDs for seizures during pregnancy and also determine how safe the newer AEDs are. To register, call (888) 233-2334.What do I have to do to get ready for a pregnancy?\nAll women should be in good general health and pay attention to their nutrition before and during pregnancy. If finances are a problem, you may qualify for funded nutritional programs such as Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Food Program (WIC). Information about this program can be obtained from your physician's office or from your local health department.\n\nA regular schedule with adequate exercise and appropriate rest will keep you physically fit and may help you manage stress. It is important to take vitamins with folic acid prior to and throughout pregnancy, to reduce the risk of certain kinds of birth defects. Since many of these problems occur very early in pregnancy (sometimes before you know you are pregnant), it is wise to start taking folic acid before becoming pregnant. Check with your physician about the exact dosage.\n\nYou may want to ask your physician for a referral to a genetics specialist who can help you assess the risks to your baby from your epilepsy, your seizure medication, and other inherited traits that may be present in your family.\n\nWill my epilepsy cause problems during my pregnancy?\nMost women who have epilepsy do not have any unusual problems with their pregnancy.\n\nStudies do show, however, that women with epilepsy have an increased risk of vaginal bleeding both during and after pregnancy. Early and continued prenatal care by your obstetrician is very important. Consistent visits will immediately alert you and your doctor to any problems during your pregnancy and will allow for prompt treatment.\n\nIt is very important to avoid tobacco, alcohol, caffeine, and drugs such as marijuana and cocaine. Other dangers may come from environmental chemicals like pesticides, paints and oven cleaners. All of these toxins have been associated with pregnancy complications and poor pregnancy outcomes. By avoiding them, you can eliminate the risk of compounding any negative effects of your anticonvulsant medication.\n\nHow can pregnancy affect my seizures?\nMost women will see no change in their seizures. One quarter to one third of women with epilepsy who become pregnant will have increased seizures during their pregnancy despite continued use of antiepileptic medication. During pregnancy, concentrations of seizure medication in your bloodstream may c
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I will pass on some advice I was given just a few years ago when I went to nursing school and had children in aprox. the same grades:  Chef Boyardee and Franco American are fantastic cooks!!!  Believe me, my kids hate the stuff now but we existed on it for the 2 years I was in the program. You will NEED to set up some time for yourself to study. What I did was set a bedtime 7:30 and all the time up until that was for me and the kids. After they went to bed I cracked my books, sometimes I could crack them while they were up but I never retained what I read. Don't be afraid to ask for help is also very important. Kentucky had some childcare grants---FREE that allowed me to afford childcare for those times when school was cancelled or had a half day. You can get some tips by getting in contact with the nursing dept. at the school you plan on attending and find out if such a program exists in your state. You are also better off getting the basic req.s out of the way first. You won't have time if they throw in some community service or clinicals after class. The hours are never what they tell you they are going to be. I also used multi colored pens to rewrite my notes at the end of the day so that important info stuck out.
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Why the hell are you posting this here?  Remove your post ASAP and contact either your doctor or the location where you had the exam done.\n\nPosting your roll (which I assume is enrollment) number here could allow someone to access your medical records.
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It depends....I'd say no because you'll never get that last 5 weeks back. There'll be another job, maybe even with better hours. I know it sounds irresponsible, but there is a lot I feel I missed out on during my last few years even of highschool. Soon enough you'll be working plenty. Enjoy it while you can :-)
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I would say it's normal. You're very close to delivery now, and things are stretching and pulling and adjusting for that day. If you're nervous though...there's absolutely no harm in calling your doctor or even a nurse hotline if you don't want to wait until tomorrow. Good luck and CONGRATS!
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The best thing you could do to answer these questions is talk to one of the teachers at your school that teach health/medical type classes and ask if they would be able to set up a job shadowing for you where you could follow a pediatriction for a day while they do their job so you can see what it is like and to make sure that is what you want to do. then you can ask him/her these questions. If you cannot shadow them for legal-privacy reason for the patience, you can try to just setup an interview with a pediatrition. Also, that teacher would probably have some idea of what classes you should take, but actually talking to a pediatrition would be best.
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Wow.  Five weeks of vacation/sick?  That IS incredible.  You better take advantage of what they're giving you while you can since you're going to be slammed starting in Jan.  You're wanting to take off the 4 remaining days you have around Christmas.  I would imagine it would be pretty slow around that time anyway.  The easiest way to approach your boss is to simply ask.  Something like, How's it looking around such and such dates?  I'd like to take 4 days but if we're going to be busy during that time, then I could work something else out.  Your job sounds great.
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The only thing I can say is keep your eyes on the prize!  You want that second degree for some rational reason, or you wouldn't be putting yourself through the stressful (yet gratifying) pursuit of higher education.  I got through nursing school (my 2nd degree and 5th and 6th years of consecutive college) by knowing that I was getting married as soon as it was over, and I was going to work in a pretty cool field.  I was so sick of school when I was done, but so glad it was over with.  I had a nice 3 year break to work full time before I became a full time student again for my masters degree.  It's daunting and stressful, but I really want it, so I work for it.  You have to do what you have to do.  If you really do feel burned out, you probably aren't learning the material well, and the whole point of school is to learn, not just go through the motions.  Just be sure that it is ok to miss a semester with your program.  I know some programs have a pretty strict schedule from semester to semester and it can set you back pretty far if you take one off (like a spring class is a prerequisite to a fall class, etc).  I liked the advice someone else gave about working in a field related to what you're studying.  Not only will it help you realize if you still really want to pursue it, but it gives you real world views on the field and something to put on your resume.  Then again, if you feel the only way to spend your time off is something fun and crazy like backpacking through Europe for a few months, more power to ya!  You're only young once.  Good luck with your decision!
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How about something in the middle... use your nurse midwife for a homebirth.  Go ahead and pre-register at your hosp of choice in case of an emergency and deliver at home.\n\nMy last 2 were delivered at home... it was much better than the hosp.
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I am not sure why your daughter was sent to live with your mother, but it sounds like something similar that I went through. I had moved away from my children at one point and it was only supposed to be temporary. I had to write a letter stating specifically that my mother had temporary custody and made decisions on behalf of my children. This is what the local DSHS office wanted to get my children enrolled in medical. And as far as enrolling them in school, I had to contact the school and tell them that my mother would be acting as their guardian in my place. So, as long as this situation is only temporary, I see no reason why a written letter from you and a few phone calls from you wouldn't be sufficient.
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Adjournment procedures vary from place to place and from court to court.  \n\nAs a rule of thumb, you need a very good reason and the other parties consent if the other party isn't the state or the city.  Then you must submit your request to the court or the Judge.\n\nExamples of good reasons are non-refundable airline tickets purchased in advance, final exams on the court date, your job is requiring you to be on a project out of town on that date, your mother's funeral is scheduled for that date, it's your pregnancy due date, your lawyer is scheduled for another trial on the same date as yours, etc ... \n\nIf you have representation, the court will not grant you an adjournment.  It must be done through your attorney.\n\n"why would you be able to legally do that?"   Gosh ... probably because people can't be in two places at the same time.  I submit adjournment requests on behalf of clients every week.  99% of them are granted.
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I would suggest waiting until December 14th. Its only a few days. I work for a State University, and honestly, right now half of our staff is already off for Christmas-- chances are if you send in an application now, you won't get a response until mid-January or later.  So my suggestion is, wait for your early decision school, and then if you still want to apply to other colleges, apply in January.