Risk factors for type 2 diabetes include older age, obesity, family history of diabetes, prior history of gestational diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance, physical inactivity, and race/ethnicity. African Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, American Indians, and some Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders are at particularly high risk for type 2 diabetes   Source: http://apps.nccd.cdc.gov/DDTSTRS/default.aspx

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The Gypsy Nurse recently had an opportunity to speak via phone with three of the Scrubbing In cast members. The Gypsy Nurse attempts to maintain neutrality in most situations in order to simply provide information and facts. This same stance was taken when speaking with the nurses from Scrubbing In. There is a ton of negative commentary floating around the nursing world in regards to “Scrubbing In” as well as the nurses that make up the cast.  I did the following series of interviews before ever seeing the first episode in attempt to see these nurses (cast members) as what they are…professionals, co-workers, peers and most importantly fellow Gypsy’s. I would like to introduce you to cast member Fernando, RN TNCC CCRN Hometown: El Paso, TX  MTV’s Bio: “Fernando is in a committed relationship with his partner Eddie, but doesn’t let that stop him from traveling. This will be Fernando’s 5th time going out as a traveling nurse and he loves it. Eddie knows Fernando has a wild side and wonders if he will ever decide to stay in one place. Fernando feels the utmost pride in knowing he has what it takes to be a traveling nurse, but also knows that it’s going to be difficult for the travel newbies. He may be a mentor to some of our nurses, but possibly a bad influence on others who can’t find the right blend of work and play!“ Fernando and I discussed having cameras around during the patient care.  He states that it […]

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