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October 2009

Issue 6.10

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FEATURE STORY

Who's the Boss?

It could be you -- with franchising

Healthcare Professional Digest speaks with
Interim HealthCare franchisee Robert Seawright

"I wish I could get further ahead in my career." "I don't want people to tell
me what to do anymore." "If I only had the chance, I'd be a great boss."

If you're like most people, you've probably made at least one of these statements at some point in your life. And you might have thought there was nothing you could do about the way you felt.

EDITORIAL CORNER

Being your own boss ... Helping a client stay home ... Too much perfume!

Hello. I'm Linda Shaub, Interim HealthCare's vice president of marketing.

Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business -- but wondered what kind of business and how to get started? A franchise may be what you're looking for. In this month's feature article, Robert Seawright, an Interim HealthCare franchise owner, discusses franchising and shares his firsthand experience on becoming "the boss."

Recently, an RN asked what to do about a client who may be put into a nursing home. She believes
his recent cognitive changes may be medication-related. See what your peers advise. Some clients
are allergic to perfume or aftershave. What would you do about a co-worker who has a heavy
finger on the atomizer -- if you feared for a client's health? A reader wants to know.

If you have a dilemma of your own or any input you'd like to share, please contact us. With your help, we can make our newsletter even better and more relevant for you.

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WHAT'S YOUR BEST ADVICE?

This Issue's Dilemma:

I like Chanel, but not that much

I have a coworker who wears a great deal of cologne. Why do I care? A client of mine just had to be rushed to the hospital after standing next to an "over-scented" woman in an elevator -- for less than two minutes! Should I speak to my coworker or supervisor? Or just hope none of my coworker's clients have an allergy to perfume or cologne? -- Juanita, RN

Share your experience. You could win funds toward CEUs.

Previous Issue's Dilemma:

My client isn't "losing it," but I think I might be

I have an elderly client who's had no cognitive problems -- until recently. I believe his failing memory may be due to new medications his physician prescribed, but the doctor refuses to talk to me about it. Should I try to speak with him again? Give my opinion to the family? Speak to my supervisor? The family is considering putting this poor man into a nursing home, and I don't think he needs to go. -- Anita, RN

Read the best responses from your peers.

SURVIVE AND THRIVE: Helping you be all you can be

Times Are Tough

But you can stay motivated, confident and successful

by Andrew McCole - Idea Marketers

The Troubling Truth About Multitasking

There's no such thing!

by Avery Dennison Corporation - Job Journal

CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW? Ways to better communication

Don't Let a Youthful Appearance Derail Your Career

Tips to get noticed, get respect and get ahead

by Michele Marrinan - monster.com

Want to Be Popular at Work?

Four easy steps you can take

by Kate Lorenz - CareerBuilder

REGULATORY & POLITICAL FRONT: Effects on you and your patients

Good News About No Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment?

It could keep the lid on some Medicare premiums

by Bob Moos - The Dallas Morning News

Doctors, Nurses, Seniors Target Reform Myths

Groups seek to ease fears of patients

by Chris Silva - American Medical News

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