Need help, here now - would first aid have

[Mousemommy1]

I really should just leave this alone, but honestly...this is what gets me about the Dis. People are arguing all day over whether a comment should or should not have been made when the people who made them and the OP have all indicated that no harm was meant and no harm was taken.

I was not being "snarky" (a term I absolutely DESPISE and feel is way overused on this board). I was not questioning the validity of the question, when clearly there was merit over the question...I just would have gone about it differently, and suggested such.

I legitimately just wondered why OP didn't just go ask first aid, as they would give the most direct accurate answer. I don't see why that's a crime.

But, after several years on the Dis, I should know better...just another day on the Dis...

Again, sorry if I so horribly offended anyone. It was not my intention at all.

 

[wdvak]

After many posts that have devolved in this manner here are my thoughts.

1. I have used First Aid on various trips and the people have been well informed and helpful. If they didn't have the medication I needed they would give me close options of where to obtain it.

2. First Aid in all the parks is easily found, marked on all the maps, and any CM will tell you where it is located.

3. Asking an obvious question isn't snarky, but a query on why x wasn't done instead of a. Should no one ever ask for clarification?

4. Every day, all day, on the dis you see wry humorous comments. Generally speaking the comments aren't meant to be hurtful. Most of us do not want to be hurtful.

5. Even if someone is in the wrong or has made a hurtful comment having 10 people pile on denouncing the person as vile and nasty is just as harmful.

 

[khaoskat]

feel your pain on the torn meniscus..I have had 1/3 of it removed from my left knee on each side of it.

See, this is where face to face needs to come back...from what you originally posted, I thought they had brought someone out to the ride....and you never KNOW how bad the fall was...thought it was just some scrapes.

But you are right, seriously, with an injury like that, they needed more intense help.

I just needed something to stop and clean up the bleeding. I did then have a long walk from the park to my hotel room with the shreds of the torn meniscus rolling up into the knee cap and being pinched with each step. I am still amazed that the only assistance they would offer was a small finger type bandaid.

 

[fan1080]

I didn't say the OP's or her question was silly nor did I question the validity of the question, you and others implied that I and another person did. I simply agreed with another poster that simply said "Why didn't you just go to the first aid station and ask?"

Which brings me to ask, if you didn't like my comment, why not just ignore it? Why waste your time responding?

Maybe because pointing out that a question like what was asked, and supported by you, was unnecessary?

Wouldn't it have been a better approach to just say:

"Just head on over to first aid and see if they can help"...

 

[declansdad]

Maybe because pointing out that a question like what was asked, and supported by you, was unnecessary?

Wouldn't it have been a better approach to just say:

"Just head on over to first aid and see if they can help"...

The original question was why not just go to first aid? And I nor the person I quoted said the question was unnecessary.

 

[WDW in Pearls]

Also going to say, under current treatment practices, they no longer use tweezer to squeeze the tick out, because of the high chance that you could get the body but leave the head.

The current recommended removal method is heat, as the heat would cause the tick to back out on its own power, thereby significantly reducing the chance of the head getting left in the person.

Not necessarily true. DBF and I both got ticks within the same week (very weird coincidence considering it was the first time ever for both of us and we didn't go anywhere different than normal) and both hospitals used tweezers, not heat. Mine was imbedded in my hair so it couldn't attach to my scalp (and people say I use hairspray for nothing!) and DBF's was in a long time so the head DID break off, but they just dug it out. DBF's doctor said that the heat method is not as reliable as some might be lead to believe. Plus, it can often do more harm than good.

I'm very surprised that they didn't do it for OP and just gave her the tweezers. Maybe she said it with such authority that they figured she was a pro? Lol. I'm sure they get people who are clueless about ticks (me) but also those who live in areas where they are common that are more likely to say, "hand over the tweezers doc, I got this."

 

[Mom2six]

The original question was why not just go to first aid? And I nor the person I quoted said the question was unnecessary.

Ah, I did not realize it was a serious inquiry meant to help you and the other poster answer whether or not first aid has tweezers. I do apologize! I'm sure it was an excellent question and meant totally to help the OP.

 

[Mom2six]

I really should just leave this alone, but honestly...this is what gets me about the Dis. People are arguing all day over whether a comment should or should not have been made when the people who made them and the OP have all indicated that no harm was meant and no harm was taken.

I was not being "snarky" (a term I absolutely DESPISE and feel is way overused on this board). I was not questioning the validity of the question, when clearly there was merit over the question...I just would have gone about it differently, and suggested such.

I legitimately just wondered why OP didn't just go ask first aid, as they would give the most direct accurate answer. I don't see why that's a crime.

But, after several years on the Dis, I should know better...just another day on the Dis...

Again, sorry if I so horribly offended anyone. It was not my intention at all.

Well, then I do apologize. I didn't realize your mind was legitimately and seriously "blown" by someone asking if first aid has tweezers. Although I don't feel that the question was so startling and shocking, I am sorry to have hurt your feelings by not believing your level of surprise. We can all be of a different mind, and that is okay! You can wonder why a person asking about first aid doesn't just go there, and I can think that response is akin to telling someone asking if you know the time to go find a clock. We are all different. I do hope you have a great night!

 

[Mom2six]

After many posts that have devolved in this manner here are my thoughts.

1. I have used First Aid on various trips and the people have been well informed and helpful. If they didn't have the medication I needed they would give me close options of where to obtain it.

2. First Aid in all the parks is easily found, marked on all the maps, and any CM will tell you where it is located.

3. Asking an obvious question isn't snarky, but a query on why x wasn't done instead of a. Should no one ever ask for clarification?

4. Every day, all day, on the dis you see wry humorous comments. Generally speaking the comments aren't meant to be hurtful. Most of us do not want to be hurtful.

5. Even if someone is in the wrong or has made a hurtful comment having 10 people pile on denouncing the person as vile and nasty is just as harmful.

I totally see where you are coming from. I get tired of reading original posts that begin or end with a statement similar to "I know I'll get slammed for asking..." or "Please don't attack me for asking..." or "sorry to ask this but..."

So yes, maybe people pointing out the nasty responses are doing as much harm...but maybe if everyone points them out, the people making those types of comments to the OPs would stop. Probably not because for the most part the people making these "wry humorous comments" at the expense of the OPs think its funny and no big deal. After all, it is a public message board and you should feel free to make your comments, right? So, yep, I feel free to point out that I think they are mean comments. However, I would like to add that I don't think the people making those types of comments are mean or bad themselves!

 

[Mom2six]

Maybe it came from the Yorkie someone saw in the park earlier this week

Now that's funny.

 

[Mousemommy1]

Well, then I do apologize. I didn't realize your mind was legitimately and seriously "blown" by someone asking if first aid has tweezers. Although I don't feel that the question was so startling and shocking, I am sorry to have hurt your feelings by not believing your level of surprise. We can all be of a different mind, and that is okay! You can wonder why a person asking about first aid doesn't just go there, and I can think that response is akin to telling someone asking if you know the time to go find a clock. We are all different. I do hope you have a great night!

Let us remember that the term "blows my mind" is just a phrase, meant to mean that I don't get it...I'm not physically injured so no worries there....

In all seriousness, it is a discussion board. There are a gazillion people on here asking questions and doing research. Not all of us think about things the same, have the same sense of humor, or have the same interest (except that we all apparently love Disney). There are bound to be misinterpretations of someone's intents. I fully admit that there are many mean posts on here and that mine could have been interpreted as such. Again, not my intent.

I've been told by those close to me that I have "no filter". I do tend to say what's on my mind at all times. Been that way for 34 years....work in progress.

Anyway, it's all good. I will definitely be more cognizant about how I say stuff in the future.

 

[SueM in MN]

Not necessarily true. DBF and I both got ticks within the same week (very weird coincidence considering it was the first time ever for both of us and we didn't go anywhere different than normal) and both hospitals used tweezers, not heat. Mine was imbedded in my hair so it couldn't attach to my scalp (and people say I use hairspray for nothing!) and DBF's was in a long time so the head DID break off, but they just dug it out. DBF's doctor said that the heat method is not as reliable as some might be lead to believe. Plus, it can often do more harm than good.

I'm very surprised that they didn't do it for OP and just gave her the tweezers. Maybe she said it with such authority that they figured she was a pro? Lol. I'm sure they get people who are clueless about ticks (me) but also those who live in areas where they are common that are more likely to say, "hand over the tweezers doc, I got this."

The US Centers for Disease Control gives instructions for tick removal - how to do it using tweezers and steady, gentle, backwards pulling as close to the skin as possible.
They say to avoid folklore remedies like heat.
http://www.cdc.gov/ticks/removing_a_tick.html

WebMed adds that trying to smother or burn a tick to get it to back out could actually cause it to inject more possibly infectious material.
http://firstaid.webmd.com/tc/how-to-remove-a-tick-overview

People's want to not use tweezers often comes from the belief that the tick's whole head is embedded into the person. That is completely wrong - only the mouth parts ever go into the person's body.
There may be some situations where it is not possible to grasp the tick near the skin - like in this poster's situation of an engorged (full of blood) tick.
But, the goal is to get the tick out, not annoy it.

 

[fan1080]

The original question was why not just go to first aid? And I nor the person I quoted said the question was unnecessary.

I don't think the person I quoted should have responded like they did... just my opinion.

But, they came back later to clarify and apologize if it was misunderstood, which it was by many.

So, I simply pointed out that it would have better if the response wasn't worded the way it was in the first place. Just simply advise them to go to first aid and see if they could help. Which would have been a better approach, IMO.

 

[LauraJean]

Glad you got it sorted!

 

[VACamm]

OP sorry for the rude responses..... So glad you got your child taken care of. I hope the rest of your WDW vacation is amazing !!

 

[KristenRB]

I usually don't stick my nose in where it doesn't belong, but I feel bad for the OP because if it was me, I would be hurt by these replies. They were trying to find out information to help their child, not asking everyone at pick at them for doing it.

People spend months on these boards asking questions and getting advice for their WDW trip. Is it wrong to feel a sense of community and to feel comfortable enough here to ask a question even if they had the option to ask someone else?

I personally don't understand why anyone would even question why the OP asked here. Really, who cares? You can choose whether to answer the question or not. But why try to analyze the reasoning? Answer (or don't) and move on.

I've only been on here about 5 months, but i've observed a ton helpful people who are friendly and kind and then there are those other people who seem to purposely go out of their way to make people feel stupid. I don't get it.

Exactly, I've gotten comments before that were just plain rude and obviously left or me to feel stupid or even lose my happiness over what I had originally posted.

To the OP, I'm glad you're DD is better! And hope you enjoy the rest of your trip!

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[TJBerry]

After only a short time here, it has become easy to predict what posters will say in each thread. I know xxx poster will say something snide, I know xxx poster will say something factual and helpful, I know xxx poster will say something helpful and sweet and I know xxx poster will offer nothing but ridicule for anyone that questions them on their snide post.

OP, I'm glad you got the tick problem resolved.

 

[nkereina]

I just want to clarify that at WDW, First Aid is staffed by Registered Nurses and they are working under protocols to treat common things.
For more severe illnesses or situations that dont fall under the scope of their protocols or the practice of Nursing, they will suggest the guest go to Urgent Care for non-emergency situations and EMS/paramedics will come to the park for more emergency issues.

Absolutely. But in the post you quoted of mine, I was just saying that some people have the impression that first aid is nothing more than a band aid stand. In OP's defense, perhaps he or she had this mindset. I was just trying to offer explanation to those who jumped down OP's throat for not realizing how much first aid had to offer. I wouldn't have expected first aid to treat a tick, more so for liability issues. I also was not aware that RNs work there either. Unless you've been to first aid, you just don't know.

 

[jaysmom4285]

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[Mickfarland4]

Is it common to get a tick at WDW? This would really freak me out. I know bugs are in Florida but I don't think I have ever read about ticks in the parks. Is this common?

Also, why can't people just give answers instead of criticize the questions?? Sometimes, I read posts that are kind of mean and you would think a group of Disney fans would be "happier" when discussing the happiest place on earth.

ITA! Why is it I see more criticism than any kind of other reply on this thread? Geez...I'd be a nervous wreck if I were OP and maybe she was also looking for someone this may have happened to also for reassurance. Ticks are nothing to mess with!!!