Got asked the Gun In The House ? today - Page 3

Rugergirl · October 8th, 2009, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by rottkeeper

I hope you don't mind me borrowing your answer from now on Rugergirl.

Not at all RK, feel free and enjoy

mr surveyor · October 8th, 2009, 12:45 PM

if doctors are qualified to give professional advice pertaining to firearms, then why not also add power tools, wet bathroom floors, ladders, kitchen knives, etc, to the list of questions?

This "nanny state" mentality we have developed in the last 30-40 years is just totally unbelievable.

just my opinions

surv

gunfan · October 8th, 2009, 01:00 PM

NOYDB (None Of Your Darned Business.) Yep... that sounds about right!

Scott

mrog71 · October 8th, 2009, 01:14 PM

+1 to the NOYFB.

I hadn't thought about telling me kids to give that answer, but that's a good idea. Talk about intrusive questions that have nothing to do with your health. Ok, so maybe not the NOYFB answer, but a child appropriate equivalent...;)

Random · October 8th, 2009, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by MP45Man

I had to make a trip to my general practitioner today for some lingering problems I've finally go fed up with. I have not been there in two years so they had me fill out the obligatory forms. On one of the forms it asked me if I had a gun in the house. I answered yes. I suspect my physician is as liberal as they come. It will be interesting to see if anything is said going forward. I may be going back quite frequently if they can't find the problem. Stay tuned.

I leave it blank. I'm sure they know what that means, but I won't answer it because it's not a medical question.

xSerenityx · October 8th, 2009, 02:23 PM

I've luckily never been asked such things, but I don't think I'd respond because, hey, we may be looking at state-run healthcare. Now when I fill out those things I think "this could wind up in the government's hands." Makes me think more about the answers.

shooterX · October 8th, 2009, 02:29 PM

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"NOYFB"

And the survey says....ding...GOOD ANSWER!

gottabkiddin · October 8th, 2009, 02:34 PM

I don't recall ever seeing that question on any forms I've been ask to fill out. If I did, I think I would just for the hell of it put, "I'm not sure" just to see what happens. I really would like to induce a question from someone to ask me what I meant by it. Then I would have some real fun.

Had another thought. Since the push to link all the medical records into a nationwide database, I suspect that the answer to that question would be added too.

paramedic70002 · October 8th, 2009, 02:41 PM

Spoonee,

I appreciate your desire to look after your patients' well being. That's why THEY came to YOU. However, as others have posted, MDs are generally not gun safety certified professionals, and there are many many other home issues that could impact your health. You seem to be a good person with good intentions but I cannot endorse asking about firearms as part of a general medical screening. Even if your patients seem comfortable with this, they may harbor some reservations. Worse still, considering the political implications, some consider the issue a boundary violation.

Boundary Violations --- Gun Politics in the Doctor's Office

http://www.2ampd.net/Articles/horn2/...ice%20Form.pdf

Dave Kopel on NRO

Doctors for Sensible Gun Laws

?Death by statistic? in the ?Twilight Zone?

Notwithstanding, welcome to the forum, and I hope you stick around.

TOF · October 8th, 2009, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Spoonee

Greetings all, I'm relatively new to this blog but have been reading daily for a while now. I appreciate the insight I've gained in reading various threads. I have found a lot of good information here.

I just wanted to try and provide some of the other perspective as to why you might get asked about access to firearms at your physician's office.

I'm a long time gun owner and have been trained by my father (a NRA instructor) on proper care and handling since childhood. I currently have a HCP for TN and carry. I am also board certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. All this being said, at every adult or pediatric physical I ask if there are firearms in the home.

That is quite a first post Spoone. I can't help but wonder why you didn't include questions and warnings about visiting Health Professionals. It's my understanding that activity is as or more dangerous than owning guns.

I have to concur with those that say NOYFB.

October 8th, 2009, 02:34 PM	#28
gottabkiddin Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth, 33°46'18.21"N 84°23'21.87"W Posts: 1,365	I don't recall ever seeing that question on any forms I've been ask to fill out. If I did, I think I would just for the hell of it put, "I'm not sure" just to see what happens. I really would like to induce a question from someone to ask me what I meant by it. Then I would have some real fun. Had another thought. Since the push to link all the medical records into a nationwide database, I suspect that the answer to that question would be added too. __________________ When seconds count, a Cop is only minutes away. Never hit anyone in anger unless you're sure you can get away with it. "Russell Ziskey" Glock 36, Kahr CW9, Glock 23, Taurus 24 7 Pro DS, Ruger LCP, S&W 642...ect Last edited by gottabkiddin; October 8th, 2009 at 03:22 PM.. Reason: additional thought

October 8th, 2009, 02:41 PM	#29
paramedic70002 VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Franklin, VA Posts: 2,688	Spoonee, I appreciate your desire to look after your patients' well being. That's why THEY came to YOU. However, as others have posted, MDs are generally not gun safety certified professionals, and there are many many other home issues that could impact your health. You seem to be a good person with good intentions but I cannot endorse asking about firearms as part of a general medical screening. Even if your patients seem comfortable with this, they may harbor some reservations. Worse still, considering the political implications, some consider the issue a boundary violation. Boundary Violations --- Gun Politics in the Doctor's Office http://www.2ampd.net/Articles/horn2/...ice%20Form.pdf Dave Kopel on NRO Doctors for Sensible Gun Laws ?Death by statistic? in the ?Twilight Zone? Notwithstanding, welcome to the forum, and I hope you stick around. __________________ Guns Save Lives. Paramedics Save Lives. But... Paramedics With Guns Scare People!

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October 8th, 2009, 12:45 PM	#22
mr surveyor Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Texas, South of the Sabine Posts: 632	if doctors are qualified to give professional advice pertaining to firearms, then why not also add power tools, wet bathroom floors, ladders, kitchen knives, etc, to the list of questions? This "nanny state" mentality we have developed in the last 30-40 years is just totally unbelievable. just my opinions surv

October 8th, 2009, 01:00 PM	#23
gunfan Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 156	NOYDB (None Of Your Darned Business.) Yep... that sounds about right! Scott

October 8th, 2009, 01:14 PM	#24
mrog71 Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arizona Posts: 24	+1 to the NOYFB. I hadn't thought about telling me kids to give that answer, but that's a good idea. Talk about intrusive questions that have nothing to do with your health. Ok, so maybe not the NOYFB answer, but a child appropriate equivalent...;)

October 8th, 2009, 02:23 PM	#26
xSerenityx Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 19	I've luckily never been asked such things, but I don't think I'd respond because, hey, we may be looking at state-run healthcare. Now when I fill out those things I think "this could wind up in the government's hands." Makes me think more about the answers.