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Tag Archives: crazy
Protocols: Now this is just fucking annoying
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)
Loading ...There’s a long wait at the emergency psychiatric* receiving facility. Our patient wants a cigarette. She has been completely cooperative, and is voluntarily here. My partner gives her a cigarette after asking me and the facility staff if it’s OK. … Continue reading
The parable of the drug addict*
(4 votes, average: 3.00 out of 5) Loading ...A dropout drug addict calls 911 and demands narcotics. He says rude, ridiculous things and insults the crew. The crew ignores him and tells him to sit quietly on the gurney. He is brought to the ED, where he demands, … Continue reading
Seriously, we’re not taxis
(4 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5) Loading ...Code 2 for the illness. “RP said she will meet you in front of the address.” We turn onto the street. No sign of anyone in front of the residence, which is a boarding house for people with psychiatric issues. … Continue reading
I told you so
(7 votes, average: 4.29 out of 5) Loading ...I think it’s interesting that some hospitals have such restrictive policies regarding the use of restraints. It’s also interesting that some ED staff members adopt such a naive and coddling approach toward people who should be in restraints. Even more … Continue reading
We have the same hobbies
(4 votes, average: 4.00 out of 5) Loading ...Code 3 for man down. Homeless goofball. Nice guy. (Isn’t that all that matters?) Sat down because his foot has been hurting. For years. “What medicals problems do you have?” “Excessive ejaculation. Masturbation.” “Nothing wrong with that, dude. I’m single … Continue reading
