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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As a former ER nurse, I've seen this label thrown around a lot.

We get frequent fliers who are there to abuse meds for sure.  And not just controlled substances but we've had quite a few who like the attention of the ED.

I'd say the number one reason people get this label thrown at them is when they come to the ED and tell the staff what they need before all tests have been performed.  I'm guessing that's what happened with the IV PP. Now there are some people with chronic issues who know what works for them. Im not denying that.  But if a staff member doesn't know you and you come in and tell them that last time this happened the only thing that works is Dilaudid, Ativan, and Phenergan....a red flag is going to be raised.

The worst thing about the current opiod crisis is that it penalizes those with legitimate flare ups or need for pain management.  I have seen some crazy drug seeking behavior from people who wanted medication, not needed it.  After awhile you can't help but become jaded to it all. [/quote]

That IS what happened to me. I knew that I would do best with a specific anti-nausea med and that I was at the point that I needed it by IV. And I was irritated because the initial treating staff didn’t know anything about my condition and tried to tell me I had a virus. They were apologetic and embarrassed after speaking with my doctor, but it didn’t take back the hours I suffered. [/quote]
I’m sorry PP, that sounds infuriating. Especially when the drug that would help you isn’t anything that would get you high. Were they giving you oral meds at least? [/quote]

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