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Ep55 - Nurses Take Us Behind The Scenes
🎙️ Episode 55 is packed with laughter, unfiltered stories, and heartwarming experiences from two seasoned nurses, Fiona and Robin. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s in store:
• Code Brown: Ever heard of a “poonami”? Discover the chaotic and hilarious world of nursing code browns and baby “sh@# explosions.” 💩😂
• Midwifery Madness: Learn what perfect song was playing during labor, and hear about the biggest baby ever delivered! 🎶👶
• Fainting Fathers: Find out why some dads can’t handle the delivery room and end up needing medical attention themselves. 😲🩹
• Practical Jokes: From tricking colleagues with fake babies to unexpected syringes, nurses sure know how to lighten the mood on night shifts. 🤣🍼
• Hospital Hijinks: What happens when a patient has an unusual object stuck in an orifice? Nurses have seen it all, including a lemon in an unexpected place. 🍋🙈
• Lifelong Impact: Hear touching stories about the bonds nurses form with their patients and the lasting impact they have on families. 💖👶
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