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I am 48 years old (yes that's old compared to some of you).


I have worked in nursing and/or healthcare management positions for 24 years. Primarily OB, Neonatal, Mental Health, Occupational Health and Geriatrics. In Jan 2008 I started my own business to board horses and do equine/human education. I am also a certified dog trainer.


I've been around the block so to speak and seem to be always helping others. I've been told that the reason people seek me out for advice is that I am approachable and caring. But on the same token even though I consider the person's feelings. I tell it like I see it. I've dealt with people in trouble with the law, dysfunctional families such as those with abuse & marriage problems. Not to mention problems with employees and employers.


I don't ever claim to know it all, and always keep an open mind.

advice

i was unpacking from a trip and sliced my finger on something. i didnt really notice it until i looked and saw it was bleeding. it doesnt even hurt, but part of my fingernail was sliced too. should i be worried? i washed it off and put a bandaid on it, but do you think its gonna be ok? i dont want to have to have like my fingernail removed or anything. im just concerned. thanks so much!

If the bleeding has stopped and the edges of the wound are approximated, it should be fine. Trim your fingernail down, and keep the nail and wound covered with a bandage w/antibiotic ointment for a few days and it will start to heal. If you have not had a tetanus injection in over 5 years,it's probably a good idea to get one w/in 24 hours of the injury.

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(Rating: 5) thanks sooooooooo much!
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