6. Etiquette tips for bringing fun to your patient’s day
Nurses are the first to tell you that their jobs are stressful. One way to release this stress? Laughter. But how can you have fun with patients while remaining professional? Check out these seven tips for successfully bringing laughter to your patients (and yourself!):
- Nurses can keep a patient’s situation and care from becoming mundane. Start by keeping a smile on your face and a song in your heart. The old adage about sharing a smile is true. I also listen to my favorite music on my way to work and try to hum it throughout the day.
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