Whether it's 5 in the afternoon or 3 in the morning, you'll see their therapeutic smiles as they reach out and offer their heartfelt service regardless of who you are and what you have been.
At the back of the positivity they exhibit, here are the true-to-life attributes of the armies in white:
1.) All-seeing Eyes
Often referred to as Clinical Eye, Nurses seem to look at a person in four different dimensions: Physical, Mental, Emotional and Spiritual. This special skill is developed through years and years of direct client assessment, which enables the nurses to diagnose and troubleshoot client problems by just merely observing through sight every gesture and actions, even significant signs that the patient shows.
2.) A howling empty stomach
Okay, while patients are getting nutritional support at the hospitals, most nurses only ingest water as their primary hunger back-up within 8 hours or worst, even up to 12 hours. Yes, these occurrences are true in many hospitals where the Nurse- Patient ratio shoots up to an unbelievable count. In most hospital wards, a single nurse may care for 12-15 patients. Now just imagine how you could manage your time completing all your task within your shift and still get the pleasure of sitting back and enjoying a decent meal? Probably next time, it's best to offer your nurse a slice of that cheesy pizza you have in your hospital room. Hmmm no, make it two.
3.) A distended bladder
The phrase " It has been a toxic day, I haven't even emptied my bladder since the start of my shift" is commonly used as an Ice breaker during reports/ endorsements at the end of the shift for nurses. Most would often find this funny and tickling, but this isn't just a myth. Some nurses actually could just have enough time to feel the "comfort" of the restroom right after their shifts. And no, this isn't an exaggeration, it's horribly factual.
4.) Weary feet
Ask nurses what they hate about their legs, they would answer: Varicose veins. Walking right back and forth from one ward to another is stressing for the feet. You may have a little heavenly time to sit and do your charting but 3 seconds later the patient buzzers are on it again. Please don't even think of recommending hover boards, the chief nurse won't consider it a good idea. (LOL)
5.) Gross Uniform Stains
I highly recommend not to make me talk about this. But perhaps for the delight of your curious minds, take these words as hints: URINE, BLOOD, FECES and SALIVA.
6.) An active CPU (Central Processing Unit)
I have got to say, being a nurse means having to do a lot of mental activities. From diagnosing nursing problems, gathering pertinent data, collating data into a structured idea and finally planning interventions. Nurses use their brain dominantly all through out their work. No wonder they require longer hours of sleep and relaxation time, which in contrary, they could hardly get. *Sobs
7.) Warm Heart
Now, this has got to be the most important part of a nurse. A heart that is willing to listen and communicate. Don't get me wrong, it is still anatomically and physiologically the same heart everyone has, but this one is Unique. This heart is anchored on the principles of Charity, Justice, Equality, Benevolence, Non-maleficence and Service above all. It goes to say that Nursing is not merely a Job, but a passion.
To wrap it up, taking into consideration that this article is apparently authored by a Nurse, we could all definitely conclude that indeed, Sense of Humor is an instinct for us. Yey!
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Okay, while patients are getting nutritional support at the hospitals, most nurses only ingest water as their primary hunger back-up within 8 hours or worst, even up to 12 hours. Yes, these occurrences are true in many hospitals where the Nurse- Patient ratio shoots up to an unbelievable count. In most hospital wards, a single nurse may care for 12-15 patients. Now just imagine how you could manage your time completing all your task within your shift and still get the pleasure of sitting back and enjoying a decent meal? Probably next time, it's best to offer your nurse a slice of that cheesy pizza you have in your hospital room. Hmmm no, make it two.
3.) A distended bladder
The phrase " It has been a toxic day, I haven't even emptied my bladder since the start of my shift" is commonly used as an Ice breaker during reports/ endorsements at the end of the shift for nurses. Most would often find this funny and tickling, but this isn't just a myth. Some nurses actually could just have enough time to feel the "comfort" of the restroom right after their shifts. And no, this isn't an exaggeration, it's horribly factual.
4.) Weary feet
Ask nurses what they hate about their legs, they would answer: Varicose veins. Walking right back and forth from one ward to another is stressing for the feet. You may have a little heavenly time to sit and do your charting but 3 seconds later the patient buzzers are on it again. Please don't even think of recommending hover boards, the chief nurse won't consider it a good idea. (LOL)
5.) Gross Uniform Stains
I highly recommend not to make me talk about this. But perhaps for the delight of your curious minds, take these words as hints: URINE, BLOOD, FECES and SALIVA.
6.) An active CPU (Central Processing Unit)
I have got to say, being a nurse means having to do a lot of mental activities. From diagnosing nursing problems, gathering pertinent data, collating data into a structured idea and finally planning interventions. Nurses use their brain dominantly all through out their work. No wonder they require longer hours of sleep and relaxation time, which in contrary, they could hardly get. *Sobs
7.) Warm Heart
Now, this has got to be the most important part of a nurse. A heart that is willing to listen and communicate. Don't get me wrong, it is still anatomically and physiologically the same heart everyone has, but this one is Unique. This heart is anchored on the principles of Charity, Justice, Equality, Benevolence, Non-maleficence and Service above all. It goes to say that Nursing is not merely a Job, but a passion.
To wrap it up, taking into consideration that this article is apparently authored by a Nurse, we could all definitely conclude that indeed, Sense of Humor is an instinct for us. Yey!
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