Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

Armchair Anonymous: Nurses II

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Jan 31, 2025
Dive into the wild world of nursing as Armcherries share their most outrageous and heartwarming stories. Discover the beauty of camaraderie, resilience, and humor that nurses rely on in chaotic emergency rooms. From bomb threats to caring for eccentric patients, the balance between laughs and serious responsibilities shines through. Emotional tales bring to life the unpredictability of healthcare, underscoring the profound impact nurses have while navigating crises. It's a heartfelt mix of challenges, laughter, and unexpected moments from the frontline of nursing.
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Cat Licking Brain

  • A nurse encountered an elderly woman with a foul smell emanating from her head.
  • The woman's skull had a slit, exposing her infected brain, which her cats had been licking.
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Bike Seat Rectum

  • A man biked to the ER with a foreign object lodged in his rectum.
  • He had to return the next day to retrieve his bike seat after having the object removed.
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Bomb Threat Evacuation

  • Evan, a nurse at a level two trauma center, describes a chaotic day involving multiple psychiatric patients.
  • A bomb threat forced the evacuation of the entire emergency department.
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