What I've learned in my first year as a nurse

[bludiscus]

It's weird to think that the one-year anniversary of my nursing school graduation is right around the corner (this weekend, really).  I've learned quite a few lessons in that year, and god knows I've got quite a few more to learn.

So, the big lessons?

1.  If a patient says, "I heard something pop, and then..."  whatever follows is probably not going

Comments

[evilbirdgirl]

this is a great, really well written entry and great assessment of things.

[taleyn_rta]

This is an awesome post! You RULE, and a huge part of that is your willingness to constantly learn and evaluate your own performance! I stand by my earlier statement, that I hope all my family (myself included, when the time comes) gets nurses like you.

...So, do I need some albumin, or just more coffee? ;D ;D ;D

[prissi]

This is lovely. I'm a medical student, so I did learn some from this post! Thank you for sharing the lessons you've learned along the way... I know I'll have my own, too. :D

I would like to buy your bottle of Straitjacket! sorry for the out-of-place posting

[archaicnebulous]

Hello, I'm sorry to post this comment here, but i can't see any other way to get in touch with you.
I saw a recent posting from you indicating that you would consider selling your bottle of Straitjacket. I want to buy it! Just let me know how much you want for it. Thanks so much!