Bad Example

UM Review RN, ASN, RN · Oct 2, 2004

If she was having pain that bad, it surely could've warranted an ER visit and possibly some time off.

At least, that's what I would've done, rather than just ask for a script.

emsboss · Oct 2, 2004

If she was having pain that bad, it surely could've warranted an ER visit and possibly some time off.
At least, that's what I would've done, rather than just ask for a script.

I agree with Angie O'...That much pain means a "malfunction" somewhere and that interferes with clear thinking/acting. Not a good scenerio for good patient care. :rolleyes:

kimballina · Oct 2, 2004

Last night my NM was in a lot of pain and I felt bad for her. However, me and a lot of other people heard her ask medical director for narcotic script. He flat out refused for several good reasons(we count them now you know). I think it sets bad example that she even asked and especially since she asked in public. Don't you think she should have grabbed him when there were no ears around? I have NEVER asked MD on unit for script for anything. However, some of the doctors that come around will occasionally write a antibiotic script for a nurse that is also their patient. That never bothered me even though I am to shy to ask for something myself. However, narcotics are another thing all together.

i am the same, i would never ask for a script like that!!!they would probably think i was some kind of druggie !!!!!!!!!

Dixielee, BSN, RN · Oct 2, 2004

Perhaps if she had asked him in private, he might have done a quick exam and given her something. It depends on their relationship. Since she was public about it, it put him on the spot and he probably did not want to set a precident or be known as a easy hit for drugs. I don't blame him there.

mattsmom81 · Oct 2, 2004

She must have been feeling awfully bad to risk this public display, or else had a lapse in judgment. I guess when we feel bad enough/hurt bad enough we all might be guilty of this so i hate to judge another nurse.

We always risk when we get too familiar with our coworkers; and this goes double for those in supervisory roles. Her motives may have been simply honest and forthright, and her coworkers MAY see her now as more 'human', but this incident may color people's opinions about her from now on as well.(narcotic seeker included)

Hope she gets her pain evaluated and treated properly. Nurses have a tendency to take care of others before we care for ourselves, unfortunately.