Seizure nursing license

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Avatar f tn I recently graduated from nursing and i have yet recieved my code to take stAte board because of a failed drug that happened at my previous school...
Avatar n tn Good grief, sorry your doc was unsympathetic, to say the least. They took your license because if a person might have a seizure, it is too dangerous for them to drive. Once some time passes and you are no longer in danger of seizure, you'll get your license back. And I hope you realize that becoming an alcoholic is not "self inflicted" as your family doc said, so I hope you will eventually switch to another doc that is more professional.
Avatar n tn I am taking Tegretol for focal seizures. I do have seizures and within 24 hours of the seizure I get a migraine that I treat with Imitrex, sometimes it helps and sometimes not. I feel I can't discuss this with my doctor afraid it might be reported and it will affect my driver's license. I'm just wondering what exactly is happening when this occurs.
Avatar f tn Isn't there some web site you can check this out on or maybe in her union book. There must some information that came with her nursing license, like all the do's and don'ts. Or maybe an 1-800 number you can call anomysley (spelling) and ask these questions.
Avatar f tn R u going the the PA State Board of Nursing to get ur license back?i know its a lotta hoop jumping...i work w/impaired professionals...nurses,pharmacists etc....and many of them take a job they don't want or like til they can get their license reinstated.If ur a RN u worked hard to get that license....work hard to stay sober.....don't let that license go or give up.....one day at a time.....and u can be back in ur profession.
Avatar f tn My mom is an RN and has also had problems with prescription medications for years now. She didnt work for 5-6years during her worst times,struggling with a back injury, depression, bi-polar and other various problems. Shes started back up about 2yrs ago after getting her meds right, tons of therapy and counseling, but now she happy as Ive seen her now thats shes nursing again.
Avatar f tn They say you have to be seizure free for six months before you can drive and then they just give you your license back. That's how it is here too and it's never made much sense to me. I have seizures and narcolepsy. I haven't had a seizure or fallen asleep during the day since at least January, but I have no intention (I turned in my own license too) of going back for my license. It must be frustrating to be in your position.
Avatar f tn Someone told me the story of how they became a cna nurse at 16, and took it because thats simple but also gets in time experience with nursing for whatever type nurse you want to be. Anyone else a nurse and want to share there story?
Avatar f tn I have only had about 3 so far but I did have my license taken away and I have been seizure free for over 3 1/2 months now and I'm soon to get my license back in a few months, I'm happy they did take it away because I did not feel right or safe to drive with only having 3 full blown out episodes in a year. I have been on keppra or the off brand of keppra for 2 months after stopping Dilantin, and I'm scared to start driving, is there any way to put this out of mind?
752584 tn?1233693982 I queried the vision episode with someone who deals with neuro issues who suggested I have an EEG as it was suggested it may be seizure related. Im afraid to mention this to my GP as if the results are positive my driving license may be taken from me. I have an appointment with an eye consultant next week but am not sure if he will give me any neuro related answers. If it happens again Im tempted not to mention it to my doctor due to the possible implications.
Avatar f tn I'm so sorry you and your husband are having to go through all of this. Having seizures *****! I've only had one seizure while driving, but I was at a red light and I almost always have an "aura" before, which allowed me to pull over safely. I live in Louisiana, previously in Mississippi and Minnesota, it sounds as if the laws are pretty similar: it's up to the doctor if he or she will report him to the DMV.
494976 tn?1302710701 The nurse said I had been having jerking arm movements and she thought it may have been a seizure. It wiped me out, I was so tired for the rest of the day. Needless to say I didn't care for the LP after this. The last attempt at my LP I passed out during and bolted up during not knowing where I was. In the past I have fainted fairly frequently and several times been Incontinent. I have heard of links with MS and seizure though I am inclined to think I just fainted myself.
Avatar m tn Hey Mystery :) Congrats on your success and by all means continue to pursue your dream of becoming a doctor b/c it can be done!! I am a recent nursing school graduate, I have a Bachelors Of Science in Nursing from one of the top schools here in Texas. Here at the school where I graduated from I did have to go through a criminal background check when I applied (which won't be a problem for you since you have never been convicted of anything, neither have I).
Avatar f tn Your husband just absolutely positively never touch alcohol again. In the United States most practicioners don't provide anti-seizure medications until the third seizure. You have a life-threatening situation. These episodes mandate revocation of a drivers license is every state in the U.S. until at least a year has gone by without seizures. An accident with a car and a history of seizures is a felony, notwithstanding the danger to others.
Avatar m tn H i guys my question is this i was diagnosed with bulging disc between c5/c6 of the neck i am getting dizzy from loading dishwasher, or bending over to pick up things i do the neck exercises daily and i also have epilepsy what can i do to cut down on dizzy spells cause it affects my daily life i dont dare walk on grass/uneven surfaces without someone with me.
Avatar f tn I'm not sure about cutting license , I was actually thinking about braider's license . Those are very easy to get & you can make so much of money from it.
2124271 tn?1335203576 Has anyone had there license suspended due to drug use in the workplace. I took a couple of percocets from a patient and lost my job, got slapped with a felony and now just down and out. I have been sober 8 months which is great but the pain of what I caused is too much to handle. I have an 8 year old who depends on me and I let him down too. Any words of encouragement. I am beginning the process of getting my limited license which takes 3 months but in the meantime what the hell do I do?
Avatar n tn Here is my question when I have my migraines (especially the ones that are sensory triggered) I feel so out of it and my sister swears it is like I am having an absance (sp?) seizure because she says all I do is stare out into space. I did have an EEG and this was "normal." Ever since I had to stay up all night for the EEG I have been in a huge migraine cycle and constantly feel scattered sometimes light headed, and even dizzy.
Avatar n tn Today, because of the fact that my employer referred me to a nursing intervention program, and not to the board, I have my nursing license, working steadily and even passing medications. I truly am a different person today and I thank God for it..best to you all along your way.
Avatar f tn I have a degree in human services and am working on a criminal justice degree. I am considering go back to the medical field for nursing. I already have a EMT license as well.
Avatar m tn You require an opinion from a neurologist specializing in siezures. The problem is the now-mandatory CDL (Commercial Driver's License) physical required by the DOT before you can be hired with an "A" CDL. Thus you have two physicals to contend with. First is the Department of Motor Vehicle physical. This, with a note from your physican certifying 12 months of seizure free activity will probably permit you to drive non-commercially. The DOT physical is much more strict.
3547166 tn?1347814000 You need an alternative antiepileptic at the earliest to reduce the frequency of your seizure attacks.Antiepileptics are prescribed based on the type of seizures. Consult your neurologist. Take care and regards!