Why do we always get the weirdest requests

I had a patient last week ask if I could help them ‘unbake’ a potato because it was too hot; it cracked me up! Does anyone else have ridiculous requests from patients that left you wondering how to respond?

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Haha, I get that! Patients once asked me to cool their soup with ice packs. What’s the strangest one you’ve had lately?

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I’ve definitely had patients ask for some wild things! Just last week, someone wanted their blanket adjusted because it was ‘too woolly.’ It’s always good to keep a sense of humor — maybe even suggest they try a lighter one instead. What’s the craziest follow-up you’ve had with that potato request?

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Isn’t it wild how patients can come up with the most unexpected requests? I once had someone ask for a ‘warm hug’ instead of a warm blanket! What’s the strangest thing you’ve had to do lately, @heron?

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