10 Phrases That Nurses Usually Say in a Day
Most nurses say these phrases in the list below too often in their duty at the healthcare facility.
You may recognize some of these or may have utter them at most yourself.
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“Hey doc! Sorry to disturb you at this hour, but…” (Of course, you’ll say this with a smile on your face, though he can’t see you through the other line.)
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“This won’t hurt a bit, trust me dear.”
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“You can press that call button if you need anything.” And then if the patient repeatedly press the button, “Ring that again and you’ll see.” (with a poker face and a stress on your low voice while saying this.)
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“Oh dear,this is so sad. Sorry, but your insurance doesn’t cover these…blah blah.”
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“This won’t hurt. In fact, you won’t feel a thing.” (Insert a smile that the patient would doubtfully think of.)
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“I don’t think it would be possible. You just have to ask the doctor about it.”
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“(With a face that emphasize a big curiosity) So, how do you wipe that ass of yours when you’re at your house?”
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“The only thing you’ll feel is a prick. This won’t take long. But if you won’t steady, we’ll just have to use the square needle..which I assure you hurts a lot more.
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“Nah-ah. You can’t have that sponge bath. It’s the order.”
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“No problem! I’d be happy to turn on the TV to your favorite station. Is there anything I could do for you since it’s my only free time?”.
So, which one is your favorite? Or do you have other phrases you say the most, nurses?
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Published at: 03/23/2015
