Otterina

I was just thinking over my decision to enter a local nursing program and a question came to me, a difficult what if one. What if a patient dies directly related to something you do, as in an accident, misjudgment etc. I was curious about how it is handled with the hospital, and such. This is one of my many fears, and was wondering what you all thought? :heartbeatOtterina

Thanks for the responses everyone! That's what I originally thought. I've also been wondering why they don't just call them appointments with a nurse where you might see the doctor at the end. I'll think about that next time I have a "doctor's" appointment. :chuckle

I think you should give Ivy Tech a try! I myself plan on going to a local community college for my ADN and then doing a ADN-BSN later. I like the option of the ADN because you can move more quickly to becoming a nurse and when you are ready to move up you can continue with the BSN. For me doing the ADN first and doing the ADN-BSN will be cheaper than just doing the BSN alone because of tuition differences between the 2 year vs 4 year school. Good luck!

I was reading a few articles directed towards patients and what to expect when getting a catheter. I was wondering if it was painful for them to receive a catheter after watching a video done on a dummy by a nurse. Anywho, every article I found that was directed towards the patient referred to the doctor as the one doing the catheter and no mention of nurses. I was under the impression that this task was primarily handled by nurses. How often do doctors insert them? Just curious...I haven't started school yet and I have tons of questions. :redbeathe It looks painful. xD

I love how everyone here is so supportive and understanding. It could be any nurse in that situation and everyone has provided such great advice. :) I can't wait to start school. From an un-nursely perspective, everyone has those moments. We just need to grow in learn from them. It won't be your last mistake because that is the only way we truly learn and reinforce those principles. Good luck!

This thread is getting a bit weird.

I met my fiance that way 7 years ago. :loveya: Otherwise, I don't see why this is such a controversial topic when she was wondering how it is regarded in the nursing community, etc. You never know what kind of situation you may find yourself in. It's best to be prepared or at least somewhat knowledgeable about things that could directly involve your profession. Maybe one day she will have a friend who will need some kind guidance and won't have the amazing allnurses members to answer their questions. :)

I feel like that is how I'll end up being. Too early to tell though. I'm pretty laid back as it is so I could have the complete opposite in store for me. :chuckle

What does it mean when I've been going through this thread for an hour, and still intend on becoming a nurse.:roll

Thanks everyone. I appreciate the advice especially SuckyCMA (despite the name lol). :loveya: I believe that a life without doubt is a dangerous life indeed and it was comforting to realize that everyone has these same fears.

Should I be a nurse? I know that in the end I am the only one who can make this choice, but I'm incredibly indecisive. I first considered going to school to be a nurse when I was a junior in high school, after I got into an unfortunate car accident. I was very grateful to the nurses on staff for their patience, humor, and smiles. I wanted to be able to make someone feel that kindness, when in a situation like that, because I know how truly helpful it can be. I still remember them and it has been over 3 years. I am however, a little wary of dealing with things like injections and such...my hands start to shake when I'm nervous, and If I'm doing something along those lines, I can only imagine that I'd be extremely nervous. I can also be a bit of a hypochondriac and I worry about the constant exposure to sickness. The last thing that scares the crap out of me are the stories I have heard here while lurking on allnurses about the doctors. I'm very sensitive and it seems like it'd be incredibly taxing to deal with some of the inflated personalities that some posses. How do hospital politics work? On another note, I hear horror stories from my sister about ill tempered, misinformed nurses that are uncooperative and generally scathing towards her. She works as a birth doula, and is an advocate of homebirth. I don't want to break out the statistics...but what is your opinion on the way she is treated by nurses? Just curious. I know it isn't all nurses. :) Anywho! What do you think--do I worry too much or are some of my fears justified? Any comments or stories to share? Thank you! Heather