Starting out - Offering emotional support to patients requires stamina
Catherine Murphy Nursing student, University of Southampton
Student experiences in the world of nursing
On my first placement, an acute medical ward for older patients, I quickly learned to take my breaks rather than ‘heroically’ plough on with the seemingly endless tasks. I realised that by pacing myself and joining my colleagues for a cup of tea, I would be more productive throughout the day.
Nursing Standard.
24, 49, 29-29.
doi: 10.7748/ns.24.49.29.s35
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