Stephanie Bratcher
Registered Nurse
OHAbout
Ever since she can remember helping people has been her passion. She started her career in nursing at the young age of 15 working as an STNA and going to LPN school. After LPN school Stephanie worked at a Doctors office while going to college. As a very young MA she embraced her time working closely with the Doctor and NP. After she obtained her LPN she went to work on a med/surge floor at a local hospital. Feeling the pressure of full time work and nursing school she looked for something more flexible and headed into home care. She quickly fell in love with the flexibility and the atmosphere of home care. Each day was an adventure. She found that doing home care you impacted the patients at a greater level. You enter their space you learn more about them and can teach them how to adapt their environment to better effect their life.
Education and Training
Stephanie Bratcher May 2002
Stephanie Bratcher
Stephanie Bratcher May 2009 Nursing
Stephanie Bratcher
Kent State University Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 2010
Nursing Specialization
Home Health care
RN, clinical Manager
Provider Details
Stephanie Bratcher's Expert Contributions
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Will contrast dye be used for my CT scan?
This is something your doctor decides when he orders the CT. These can be done both with and without contrast. Most often times allergic reactions do not occur.
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What are the treatment options for high cholesterol?
Most often times the Dr will prescribe a statin for High cholesterol. There are also fish oils and high fiber diet that can help reduce your cholesterol. You should talk with your doctor to see what the best treatment options are. Also exercise can help to lower cholestrol levels.
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What causes vertigo?
There could be many causes for vertigo. We all have rocks in our head that help to keep up in the upright position. If one of these get lodged this could cause vertigo. If you are not properly hydrated this can also cause what we call hypovolemia do to low blood volume and cause vertigo, biggest concern Throwing a blood clot that travels to the brain can cause vertigo and can lead to a stroke. If this is something that is new seek medical attention.
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Are there any surgical treatments for migraines?
You will fist need to identify the cause of the migraines. Some people get relief from Botox injections.
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Could you describe step-by-step what I should physically expect to happen during the actual imaging procedure?
They will start an IV, Inject the dye, most people get a warm sensation that makes them feel as if they have had an accident but that will subside. They will put you in a machine and get the pictures they need. When done you should be encouraged to drink water to help flush your system.
Work Description / Areas of Expertise / Job Duties
Clinical Manager, home health care
What do you attribute your success to?
She attributes her success her family supports, mentors, and her desire to help her patients.
