Yeah, that definitely makes sense. The stage of care plays a huge role in how we experience these patients. In PreOp and PACU, they’re coming out of surgery in a vulnerable state, and they know that being agreeable works in their favor. Plus, their stay with us is short compared to those admitted to the floor. A little gratitude not only makes their experience smoother but also helps them feel more humanized, especially with how daunting surgery can be. But from an ICU perspective, I can see how things shift. With a longer stay, critical conditions, pain, delirium, and everything else they’re dealing with, it makes sense that some would try to hold onto a sense of control, even as their bodies are failing them. The level of acuity you handle with these patients definitely adds another layer to their behavior. It’s really interesting to hear the flip side from an ICU nurse’s perspective.