Random Reviews and Reflections
As currently working in a geriatric ward in an acte hospital, I have a fair share of experiences managing individuals with dementia, especially those with behavioural issues. Which must say that it is not easy to handle them. Some are agitated while others aggressive. Sometimes, the physiotherapist and me are out of wits on the [...]
I looked at his chest. There was a small rectangular bump on his right upper chest. What is it? I knew it’s a machine. But what is it?
It’s a deep brain stimulator for a person with Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Oh! After googling it to find out more about it, I discovered a video on a [...]
I attended the 1st Geriatric SIG yesterday after work at Alexandra Hospital. It was organised by the Singapore Association of Occupational Therapists (SAOT). The turnout was great. Most of those attended were students. I’m one of the few clinicians there. Nevertheless, it was nice to know each other, both clinicians and the students.
The SIG was [...]
For those who may ask the reason I am doing a locum instead of a permanent OT position, here it is. I will be going to La Trobe University, Australia to obtain my degree conversion in July. Hence, this explains the locum part.
Anyway, just after lunch, I attended a lecture by MOH Visiting Expert in [...]
Alhamdulillah. I am now a locum occupational therapist in an acute hospital! For the past 2 days, I have been going through orientation in the geriatrics/general medicine wards. 3 days of orientation till tomorrow and henceforth, I’ll be on my own. No supervisors to countercheck what are my findings and documentations. Actually, I have been [...]