Has anyone else experienced that moment when a patient suddenly decides they’re Houdini and tries to make a break for it after just being told to ‘rest’? I had a guy attempt to sneak past me while I was on a break, and he had a bag of IV fluid dragging behind him like a train. It’s like they’ve got a sixth sense for when you look away. Who else has seen this kind of escape artist action?
I’ve definitely had my fair share of those ‘great escapes’ too! One time, I learned the hard way to keep the call button closer to patients who tend to want to roam. It makes a big difference in keeping them safe while giving them some independence. Ever thought about using those bed alarms?
It’s wild how patients can turn into skilled escape artists when they think no one’s watching! I’ve started keeping an eye on the ones who’ve got that ‘I’m totally fine’ look, especially when the IV lines start dragging like a train. Ever had one of them manage to convince you they’re okay, only to give you a mini heart attack? @signallens, any tips on spot-checking these sneaky ones?