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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
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
Fiona59
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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.