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19/11/2025

Are We Nurses or Detectives? Navigating the Gray Areas of Pain.

In this Edition: Pain is the 5th vital sign, but it’s the only one we can’t measure with a machine. This week, we are tackling the toughest part of our job: believing the patient when their behavior doesn't match our expectations.

I explore the disconnect between what we see and what the patient feels, backed by the "Gate Control Theory" and the dangers of the placebo myth. Using a personal "Tale of Two Patients," I discuss how implicit bias can cloud our judgment and offer practical advice on how to shift our focus from chasing a pain score number to achieving functional goals. It’s a reminder that we aren't judges—we are healers.

Early in my nursing career, I learned a humbling lesson about pain that no textbook could have taught me. It happened in the span of a single week, thanks to a "Tale of Two Patients.

24/09/2025

My name is Sam, and I live with what I believe to be social anxiety disorder. I say “believe” because no doctor has ever given me the official stamp of diagnosis.

16/06/2025

Yesterday, social media feeds and inboxes were flooded with heartwarming messages. "Happy Father's Day, Dad!" "To the best father a kid could ask for.

14/06/2025

Are you an introvert? Me too...Read this👇. Tell me your thoughts.

Ever found yourself wondering, "Am I normal?" I certainly did. Before I became self-aware, I would spend most of my time wrestling with this very question.

13/04/2025

Celebrating my 2nd year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

24/03/2025

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09/02/2025

Burnout isn’t just about being tired; it’s a full-blown emotional and mental meltdown. Think of it as your brain’s way of saying, “I’m done.” It’s characterized by three main things: emotional exhaustion (feeling drained), detachment (losing interest in things you once loved), and a sense of ineffectiveness (feeling like nothing you do matters).

Burnout isn’t just about being tired; it’s a full-blown emotional and mental meltdown. Think of it as your brain’s way of saying, “I’m done.” It’s characterized by three main things: emotional exhaustion (feeling drained), detachment (losing interest in things you once loved), and a se...

23/01/2025

If you’ve got symptoms like fever, fatigue, or swollen lymph nodes, don’t play detective—get tested. Early action isn’t just smart; it could save your life and protect others too.

Remember, knowledge is your superpower. For more info, check out HIV.gov, WHO, or pop by your local clinic.

Ever had one of those moments where you Google your symptoms and somehow convince yourself you’ve got every illness under the sun? Relax, we’ve all been there. But when it comes to HIV, it’s super important to separate the facts from the fear.

22/01/2025

Teething is like a baby’s version of puberty — uncomfortable, emotional, and just a little bit messy. If you’re a parent, you know the signs: sleepless nights, endless drool, and a cranky baby who’s trying to chew on everything, including your phone. Most babies start teething around six months, but some overachievers start earlier.

eething is like a baby’s version of puberty — uncomfortable, emotional, and just a little bit messy. If you’re a parent, you know the signs: sleepless nights, endless drool, and a cranky baby who’s trying to chew on everything, including your phone. Most babies start teething around six mont...

12/01/2025

12/01/2025

Intermittent fasting. What do you know about it?