SquirrellyMama Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 (edited) So, I pick my dd16 up from work, and she tells me she might have a broken nose. A child jumped on her face in the pool after jumping off a diving board. Ok, it's puffy, but not ungodly swollen. It's not super purple or anything. She said her neck hurts, sensitive to light, eyes hurt when moved. She gets dizzy when she bends over. She worked for 4 hours like this, so I wonder if I'm over-reacting. I made a Dr appt for her, but wondering if they are going to look at me like I'm crazy for coming. She has conference swimming on Saturday :( She was supposed to dance for a 4H event tonight. That isn't happening since she is dizzy. It's also insanely hot and humid so, some of this could be related to dehydration. Having her hydrate now. Does anyone else worry this much about having the doctor's office think your nuts? Kelly Edited July 20, 2017 by SquirrellyMama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 I'd take her to the ER to get checked for a concussion, as well as to have her nose looked at. 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 (edited) I would absolutely take her in. I never take head injuries lightly. If the doctors ever think I'm nuts, then they don't tell me. Edited July 20, 2017 by Caroline 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 I don't get why you're worried the doctor would think you're overreacting. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 I immediately thought of concussion as well. Not overreacting at all. Perhaps a bit under reacting, in my opinion. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 If it was a work injury and she's an employee and not an independent contractor, you need to call her supervisor. There may be somewhere specific she should go to have this covered by workers' compensation. When the doctor/ER takes the history and notes that it is a work accident, your insurance company can refuse payment for the injury. It's easier to have things covered by the correct insurance from the beginning than it is to try and backtrack later. :) 18 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted July 20, 2017 Author Share Posted July 20, 2017 I don't get why you're worried the doctor would think you're overreacting. Why? I've gotten the "you're over reacting" vibes from the office before. I'm taking her in, just needed some reassurance that I'm not over-reacting. Kelly 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 If it was a work injury and she's an employee and not an independent contractor, you need to call her supervisor. There may be somewhere specific she should go to have this covered by workers' compensation. When the doctor/ER takes the history and notes that it is a work accident, your insurance company can refuse payment for the injury. It's easier to have things covered by the correct insurance from the beginning than it is to try and backtrack later. :) :iagree: She needs to be seen and the employer needs to be informed. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted July 20, 2017 Author Share Posted July 20, 2017 If it was a work injury and she's an employee and not an independent contractor, you need to call her supervisor. There may be somewhere specific she should go to have this covered by workers' compensation. When the doctor/ER takes the history and notes that it is a work accident, your insurance company can refuse payment for the injury. It's easier to have things covered by the correct insurance from the beginning than it is to try and backtrack later. :) I hadn't thought about that. Kelly 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
displace Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 (edited) ER asap. !!! Eyes hurting and dizzy is not good, esp with neck pain. Puffy nose may or may not be a problem. Edited July 20, 2017 by displace 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 (edited) Why? I've gotten the "you're over reacting" vibes from the office before. I'm taking her in, just needed some reassurance that I'm not over-reacting. Kelly You're definitely not over-reacting! I think she needs to be seen right away, too! I'm very concerned about her symptoms, and if the doctor isn't, it's time to find a new doctor. Edited July 20, 2017 by Catwoman 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 BTDT. Concussion is definitely a possibility and should be taken seriously. Concussion protocols are pretty staut these days, and you might want to bypass the doctor and see the ER because trauma docs are often more informed than GP's when it comes to potential head injuries. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 Yes, definitely take her in right away. I hope she's okay! When one of our employees gets injured on the job, we have to submit a report to our insurance company within 24 hours, so you should let her employer know asap. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 And make sure she knows, in future should something like this happen, she needs to speak up to a supervisor right away, insist on calling you, and not just tough it out the rest of her shift. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted July 20, 2017 Author Share Posted July 20, 2017 And make sure she knows, in future should something like this happen, she needs to speak up to a supervisor right away, insist on calling you, and not just tough it out the rest of her shift. I just did, and her supervisor knew. She suggested a doctor visit, but kept her at work. Kelly 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 I'd take her to the ER to get checked for a concussion, as well as to have her nose looked at. Absolutely! A concussion comes to mind, with the symptoms you mentioned. Poor girl! I hope it turns out to be nothing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel Yell Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 I just did, and her supervisor knew. She suggested a doctor visit, but kept her at work. Kelly Are you serious? Oh my gosh... that is not OK. I hope your DD is all right, please update us when you can! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 Absolutely the right thing to do and notify the supervisor ASAP that she is going to the doctor to get checked out. They may need specific information documented and the sooner you notify them (as in now, before the appointment), the more likely that her employer will believe that it was an On the job injury. This should not go to your private insurance, it is a work related injury and needs to be reported as such. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 You aren't overreacting at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 Not overreacting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danestress Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 (edited) Why? I've gotten the "you're over reacting" vibes from the office before. I'm taking her in, just needed some reassurance that I'm not over-reacting. Kelly Forget about whether he/she suspects you are over reacting. Your dd is reporting symptoms that could indicate a concussion, amongst other things. Even if your doctor thinks you are an over-reactive hysteric, he/she will still want to do a basic CYA exam, and will be paid to do so. You get what you/dd needs, doctor gets paid. Maybe he/she thinks you are a overreacting. Maybe you think he/she is incompetent. I suspect he/she doesn't worry a lot about what you think of him/her. Don't let yourself be affected by that kind of concern yourself. Edited July 20, 2017 by Danestress 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted July 20, 2017 Author Share Posted July 20, 2017 She's ok, just swollen and sore. She can't work for a couple days. She has an excuse to recline and be in the air conditioning. We saw the Nurse Practitioner. She was very nice, and didn't think I was over-reacting. These things always seem to happen before events. Why is that? Kelly 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommyLiberty5013 Posted July 20, 2017 Share Posted July 20, 2017 She's ok, just swollen and sore. She can't work for a couple days. She has an excuse to recline and be in the air conditioning. We saw the Nurse Practitioner. She was very nice, and didn't think I was over-reacting. These things always seem to happen before events. Why is that? Kelly Eye pain and dizziness are not typical of a general head bump. She she receive any scans? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SquirrellyMama Posted July 21, 2017 Author Share Posted July 21, 2017 Eye pain and dizziness are not typical of a general head bump. She she receive any scans? It was a nose and under her eye bump, so I think the eye pain is probably normal. I was worried about dizziness, but it was also 117 degrees here today. She worked outside, so I'm thinking the dizziness was more a dehydration issue. The swelling is down today, but she still hurts. She has some bruising around her eyes which is normal for a nose injury. Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 (edited) Take her to the ER. I've had a severe concussion from a nose injury. The ER is the only place equipped to deal with complications. An actual ER, not one of those new corner places not attached to a hospital. nevermind, I see she saw someone at least. Edited July 21, 2017 by Katy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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