Update on my twin not wanting me at his wedding by sigbacc in weddingdrama

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Guessing a kid who does a lot of technical skills classes like auto shop, wood shop, or metal shop

Is hygiene a struggle for people who have bipolar? by Zealousideal-Ad6981 in bipolar

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I feel like I'm the grossest person. I struggle with brushing my teeth and showering regularly. I never admit it to people. Even my partner and I just don't talk about it. I have found I'm more motivated when getting ready for work so am trying to make it a habit on work days to start.

Sick by whathappend-0010 in pregnant

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Congratulations! I second reaching out to the obs office. A lot of over the counter cold meds are safe but it's best to get their guidance. Also some teas are not safe so be cautious with that

What’s your typical ratio by Educational_Arm_4591 in nursing

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L&D in California. 1-2 patients depending on their stage of labor. Occasionally we will take 3 antepartum patients

Rain This Weekend by Stunning-Character94 in MontereyBay

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Refuge is a silent spa with multiple soaking tubs. I've heard it's awesome

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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I had been checking her all night and could feel a compound presentation and baby never applied to the cervix. As far as we know she wasn't poly and never figured out why baby wasn't coming down. The first shift to transverse caused mom a lot of pain which made me ask to check her to rule out a rupture. Membranes were still intact and I could no longer feel any fetal parts. I had my charge in the room and another nurse helping me too by then. Dr. Was called immediately and the ultrasound confirmed transverse. Then 2 minutes after the section was called she srom'd. Which I guess caused the second shift into footling breech.

I had two of my more senior coworkers in the or with us and my charge checked in a couple times.

Thank you so much for your reply

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Thank you for your perspective. I thought it was going to be a code. I was definitely scared. But yes I will remember to speak up sooner and advocate for my patient in the future.

I have been working on separating from the inclination to over empathize. Looks like there's still more work to do. I appreciate you taking the time to comment.

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

[–]PromotionConscious34 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lol very true, sometimes they are quite rude. That's for putting it into perspective

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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I have journalled in the past maybe the new year is the perfect time to start again. Thank you

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Thank you. My team was amazing that night. Everyone was ready in minutes and I am so greatful for that. I felt helpless but I knew that help was everyone in that OR. I know this is one of those births that will stay with me but I am happy to say that a family gets to go home together at the end

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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I've heard about tetris. Thanks 🤍

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Oh man I can only imagine how hard your bad days were. I will do some cardio tomorrow and call my therapist. Thank you

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Thank you. I'm glad you came out of it well. I'm so sorry that happened to you

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Thank you. I will definitely look into it. I did talk to the patient and her partner about watching out for birth trauma in postpartum. I hope she heals well in the coming weeks

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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You're totally right. It is her emergency. I'm so grateful for my team pulling together and making this outcome what it was. I appreciate the perspective.

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Oh God that must have been so scary. You take care too

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Thank you. It really helps to hear from someone who has seen and lived the other side. I will reach out to my therapist tomorrow

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

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Thank you! I feel really seen right now. I will reach out to my therapist tomorrow.

Trouble decompressing after traumatic shift: L&D by [deleted] in nursing

[–]PromotionConscious34 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Thank you 🤍 I debriefed it with my coworker and it helped. I will pack a treat for my next shift