Wednesday, February 18, 2009
the 5 pound baby...
so today was a poopy day, literally. It was one of those days that makes me think, am I the one that chose this? For about 4 hours all I did was clean up poop. And it wasn't baby poop mind you, but big person poop. I gave an enema and let's just say it was down hill from there. The funny thing was was that the sweet old lady told me that she felt like she was sitting on a 5 pound baby. I said, "a 5 pound baby?" and she was all surprised that I had no idea what that meant! So I guess I have been saying it wrong all these years, because sitting on a 5 pound baby does sound a lot more uncomfortable than being constipated!
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how exciting! thanks for sharing with the class! haha
Wow! I think I might used that expression next time. Hillarious!
Oh man! That's rough, I'm so sorry! I would puke on the spot...I actually might puke right now just thinking about cleaning up "big person poop".
At least babies are cute, which distracts us from the mess they've actually made. It takes a strong person--and a strong stomach--to assist adults in the same way. I can't imagine how hard it must be for THEM to be on the receiving end of your service. I'm sure they appreciated your kindness.
Wow, Linz. Yet again - you amaze me. I almost chose nursing instead of school teaching. I'm positive I made the right choice for me. :) I've dealt with the occasional vomit and peeing in the pants...but only to a certain extent. Wow. You're awesome! Totally not what I thought your post was going to be about when I read the title. Ha!
ewf. i'm so sorry. that does not sound like fun.
Linz, think of how your whole vocabulary is being enhanced! The best part is that I know these patients felt so good with you there! I want you to be my nurse! although, I don't really want to be a patient right now.
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