Breaking into the 'Old Boys Club'

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Friday, April 06, 2007

On call toiletry bag

While I was reading Hiccups' blog, she was wondering what other people bring for their nights on call at the hospital. Here's what I usually bring:

1) underwear and socks (I don't think this needs explaining)
2) shampoo and soap (the hospital I'm at is sketchy and I feel dirty most of the time)
3) moisturizer (for after I wash my face) and mascara for the next day
4) lunch (I usually get some sort of takeout for dinner)
5) juice boxes (for the late night hypoglycemic attacks I get when I am paged)
6) popcorn (for group morale in the emerg department)
7) bear spray (to keep the nasty ER clerk away...just kidding, but I want to)
8) books to read (all to study with)
9) comfy runners (too much walking and stairs...amke me feel like I am working out)
10) chapstick (it's dry in this hospital)
11) bottled water (not going to attempt the tapwater here)
12) bravery...I need something to draw upon when I don't think I can do it anymore.

And I usually either walk or take the bus home the next day. It is dangerous to drive with sleep deprivation...akin to drinking and driving. Safety first you know!

PS- I find to keep my feet dry and less smelly, I have to take my shoes off any chance I can.

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