How to be the Perfect Patient in the Hospital

I have been a nurse for a long time now, and honestly the amount of disrespectful and just flat out nasty patients I see is very shocking. As a nurse, I want to help everyone in my care. If someone is nasty, I will get them what they are asking for eventually. However, I will move heaven and earth to help out a sweet and respectful patient. I know the majority of patients want to be respectful and mindful of their healthcare team. In this article, I will discuss how to be the perfect patient. It basically is a guide to become the patient that every nurse wants to have!

Bye Bye Supermom – Why You Don’t Need To Be Perfect

I would like you to meet “supermom”. She always has her hair in a perfect bun with absolutely no strays. She wears a smile as she cleans the house to perfection. Her floors are so clean that you can see your reflection off of it. To top it all off, she actually washes the clothes AND puts them away in the same day!

Supermom found a recipe online and she has a perfect meal waiting for her husband and children when they come home (and no mess in the kitchen or sink). She is a member of the PTA and every other school organization for that matter. She is even planning a perfect birthday party using a DIY Pinterest board for ideas.

THIS WOMAN DOES NOT EXIST!!