Friday, August 29, 2008

Feces in the Face

This one will be short only because it is truly the reason why nurses shouldn't wear white. Last week, while turning a rather...physically endowed patient, I experienced what I hope to be a singular event.

As the patient was turned on her side, I leaned in to be certain that I had adequately wiped her behind.

"Pfffffft," was all I heard as vile green poopie squirted from her heiney. It missed my nose by inches but got my gloves and scrubs in a most horrific fashion.

Please, Lord, let someone come up with a rectal pouch that actually works.

1 comment:

Heather said...

Oh nonono I would have shreiked!!!

Don't tell me what I can't do. Tell me what I can and I'll believe you every time. - Me, 2004

If I had a nickel for everyone who said becoming an RN was too hard...If you are struggling to become a nurse or struggling to keep your license, take heart in yourself. You can make your dreams happen. Be your own hero.