What are in your opinion the realities of nursing

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Hi everyone thought id ask the question What are the realities of nursing?

Im needing help as I started my nursing diploma course last week and have had my first bit of homework which is to find out the myths and realities of nursing. I thought it would be better to ask those who are student nurses and also qualified nurses. I have a few myths but as I havnt had any formal placements (training on wards/community) I cant really say what the realities are for many of you out there.

I'd be grateful for some input as I dont want to make up realities from the top of my head as that defies the point of me researching. Hope you can help. Thank you for reading. Lastly I apologise if this has been put in the wrong place as I thought being a british student id put it in the UK forums.

Lou x

At the risk of being flamed, I'll do it for you. Most days, I love my job. Others, it's just a job and I'm there for the paycheque.

There, an honest answer.

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Hi everyone my presentation went really well, all of us in our group had nerves of some kind =0)

thank you all for your imput and advice

Lou x

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Specializes in RN, BSN, CHDN.
This sounds like a great project - I'd love to see the final result!

MYTH: Patients always listen to their nurse.

TRUTH: Patients do what they want or what is convenient for them and will argue to get their way.

MYTH: Nurses are always professional and never get emotional.

TRUTH: Some patients will pull at your heartstrings, some will make you want to VENT ON ALLNURSES, some will just make you laugh. Nurses do cry.

MYTH: Helping people is its own reward.

TRUTH: Nurses need and deserve good pay and benefits, we work hard for it.

MYTH: All nurses have a strong work ethic and always do what the absolute best they can.

TRUTH: I wish.

MYTH: Our work environment is designed with patient outcomes and quality care in mind.

TRUTH: All too often, it's the almight dollar - sadly.

MYTH: Nurses are overworked, underpaid, dead tired, and not respected.

TRUTH: OOPS, that was the truth .

TRUTH: Most of us still love being a nurse!

You are so right:lol2: Couldnt have said it better myself

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Specializes in med/surg.

Glad it went well Sweetpea - you'll have to let us know your grade.

Looks like this thread will run a bit longer though - it is a fun topic!

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