My go-to's

   I'm sure that no matter what profession you're in, there are things that you find yourself repeating over and over again. These lines get in your routine and it's hard to break that routine. When I worked the drive thru at Taco Bell, I once answered the phone, "Hello, welcome to Taco Bell, I can help you whenever you're ready!" And a few times, someone would come through the drive-thru and order a drink and I would ask them if they'd like any sauce with that.

   Here are a few of the lines that I've found myself repeating as a nurse.

-*Meet the patient, get report* "'I'm Caroline, I'm going to be your nurse tonight. I'll be with you aaaalllll night."

-"I'll be back shortly to check you blood pressure."

-"Can you tell me where you are? What year is it? Who is the president?"

- "I have your heparin shot which is a quick poke in the stomach to keep you from getting blood clots."

-I'll be back shortly to check in on you"

-"I'm going to have to bother you again at three in the morning to get another blood pressure" Then, when three o'clock runs around, I whisper, "I'm so sorry, just going to get your blood pressure."

- "Can you rate your pain on a scale of 1-10?"

- "Now try and get some rest" (In other words, 'for goodness sakes, go to sleep!')

- "I'll be back shortly with your medications."

-"I'm back again. One more medication for you."

- "Anything good on TV?"

-*When I answer the phone* "This is Caroline, how can I help you? "

- "Do you need anything else?"

-"Thanks for calling me back doctor, I'm calling about _____"

-"Have you had a bowel movement today?"

- "I'll be back shortly with some fresh water."

-*When I leave in the morning* "It's been a pleasure taking care of you. I'm going to go get some sleep now, but I hope you have a great day!"

P.S. Sorry this post is boring, but I got called in early to work today, so I'm a little short on time and sleep. Love to all!

-C-