The problem with being an efficient and older male nurse is that there is a presumption that the death of a patient doesn’t affect you as much as it does to other, more demonstrative nurses.
I’ve just finished two nights where two deaths featured, central stage.
I know myself well, and I knew I felt a tad bruised when I watched the soaring cranes plant the huge lighted cross on the central tower of the Sagrada Familia
Then I had a little cry before going to bed
When you've been a bit battered by loss at work, tears are very near the surface, aren't they?
ReplyDeleteAmazing video.
Ta, John, sleep well!
Hugs!
Thinking of you. Thanks for all you write and say. Sleep well. Jx
ReplyDeleteHugs, John.
ReplyDeleteI thought of you when I saw that the Sagrada Familia was being crowned. An impressive sight.
ReplyDeleteBeing affected by a patient's death, just shows that, after all these years, you have kept your humanity. Part of the job, yes, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Hugs. xx