Mr. L is a 60-year-old man who appeared to be in excellent health, except for some headaches, that were gradually growing more persistent. He visited his doctor and was shocked to learn he had a brain tumor that was benign but had been growing on his acoustic nerve for years and now threatened to damange his hearing and facial muscles, if left unchecked.

The doctor presented Mr. L with a number of possible treatments, but Mr. L and his family were too upset and busy digesting the diagnosis to evaluate these treatments on their own.

They called Everybody Needs A Nurse. . .

Ms. H. is a 96-year-old woman who lives independently in a senior community. Her family called me to ask for some guidance on their mother’s care. Ms. H. has moderate short term memory loss and wears a hearing aid, but is in generally good health.

The family related that her doctor had sent her to a dermatologist for a small spot on her leg that was not healing properly. The dermatologist had recommended removing the spot. The family was concerned that this treatment might not be appropriate for someone of her age and condition.

They called Everybody Needs A Nurse for a consultation. . .

It was a typical, hectic day for Mrs. W. , a 40-year-old woman, until she fell in her driveway and broke her leg.  She had never broken a bone before and had no idea what to expect.  Luckily, she knew Diane and promptly called Everybody Needs A Nurse. . .