New CNA, have a question please!!!!

niko1999 RN BSN · Dec 29, 2007

Well, just to forewarn you, youre going to see a lot of erections before youre done So far as this particular resident, keep him talking while youre putting on the foley. He'll be less inclined to say something inappropriate that way. And it may help if he has an erection to put it on(I never have, we werent allowed to at the facility I used to work at). I would find out if he has a daughter. If he makes a rude comment, ask him if he would like someone saying something like that to his daughter, niece whatever. And if he persists, be very firm in telling him it is inapropriate, get the job done, get out of the room, and tell the nurse. Worse case, you can always see if someone else can be in the room with you. Good luck!

scarlet · Dec 29, 2007

If an erection happens, try to ignor it. If "suggestions" are made, do not reply, get the Charge Nurse and let her take care of it.

TiggerBelly · Dec 31, 2007

Erections happen. Something you just have to learn to deal with. Yea I know its kinda weird the first time, but just try to keep in mind that you are providing patient care and that this too shall pass. Explain to him what you are going to do and be done with it. If he makes any inappropriate comments/suggestions, tell the charge nurse. He/she will handle the situation in the appropriate manner. Trust me, you'll get used to seeing private areas and before long it won't even faze you. Good luck

Spritenurse1210, BSN, RN · Jan 2, 2008

Well, erections are a physical reaction. I personally would go in, get the job done and get the heck out of there. If he says anything inappropriate, report it to your nurse.

locolorenzo22, BSN, RN · Jan 3, 2008

Yep...wouldn't be the first time...but when I hear that from a fellow female co-worker....I wind up trading with them if that patient becomes a problem....it's suprising when a male comes in when they've been seeing females for 2-3 hrs of the shift...then they calm down, usually...One asked me once..."Sorry, sir, I've got one too...so it's nothing new to me."(He was a little confused, though).....trade if you have to, but stick it out...you'll see other things before you're done....Also, tell him that you are a professional, and you don't have to put up with his behavior....

pagandeva2000, LPN · Jan 4, 2008

Yes, you will see erections; plenty of them in your lifetime. And, as gross as it sounds, for this case, to place a condom catheter, it may be better to have one, because it is harder to place and secure it on a flaccid member. But, now, for the inappropriate comments, you tell them that you are not there to indulge in their sexual fantasies and desires. Say it firmly and report it. He probably says these things to all of the nurses.

pumpkin92356 · Jan 6, 2008

If he makes a comment or suggestion that makes you feel uncomfortable and if he is alert then you need to let him know in no uncertain terms that this type of behavior is inappropiate and that it will be reported if it continues. Still let your Charge nurse know but letting him worry about a family member or spouse finding out about the behavior usually keeps the most aggressive resident at bay. If he does it again back up your statement to him and go immediately to your supervisor and report him. And if possible have the nurse go in and talk to him with you present to reinforce your statement to him about reporting the action. Unfortunately because he is disabled and in a facility you have to follow the facility policy on this type of behavior. Working in the field of nursing comes with its good days and the bad days. Thats why we nurses are special people.