TIRBO #24: Two things people need to hear

On today’s TIRBO, a couple things worth saying when a patient is struck down with unexpected critical illness: it’s going to take time, and it wasn’t anyone’s fault.

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TIRBO #23: Cultivating clinical calm

Much is made of “staying cool” during emergencies, but what does this really mean? What is calm, what role does it play in a clinical environment, when is it appropriate, and how do we learn it? This and more on today’s TIRBO.

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TIRBO #22: Understanding “weak” trainees

You have a trainee, orientee, intern/resident/fellow, student, or other learner who just seems slower than the rest. What should that mean to you? A perspective on this week’s TIRBO.

TIRBO #20: Understanding the needle

Understanding the various needles in your central line kit, how to get really, really good at ultrasound guidance, what to do when your view stinks, and more needle-related tips.

TIRBO #17: Being cool is a privilege

Ruminations on nursing post-nominals, understated wealth, and how it’s easiest to not show your power when you already plenty of it.