Nurse Sentenced for Diluting Painkillers

A nurse in the Wichita, Kansas area has reportedly been sentenced to three years in prison for allegedly diluting patients’ painkillers. According to reports, the drug-addicted nurse was adding tap water to a painkiller prescribed to a patient. She can reportedly receive early release if she successfully completes a residential drug treatment program. However, she will never be able to work in health care again.

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