But have you ever noticed how we get so comfortable within the chaos of anesthesia that we could probably ace a pop quiz on ‘Top 10 Anesthesia Blunders’? I mean, I sometimes feel like I could write a comedy sketch titled ‘What not to say when the patient starts asking about their surgery.’ What’s your funniest moment on the job that still makes you chuckle during those long shifts?
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I’ve definitely had my moments! One time, a patient asked if they were getting the ‘happy gas’ during a sedation, and I had to hold back my laughter while explaining it wasn’t what they thought. It’s those unexpected moments that keep us on our toes, right?
I’ve had my anesthesia machine act up at the worst times too! At least it makes for a good story later, right? @emily_w98, how do you deal with those unexpected moments?
You’re right, @emily_w98, those moments can turn into something funny later. I remember a patient once thought I was a ‘doctor of happiness’ because of the ‘funny gas’ line! Keeping a sense of humor really helps — how do you cope when the tension rises during a busy shift?