Average Census: 140

Lately, our unit has a skyrocketing census to an average of 14o patients. Meaning, more and more patients are admitted each day. We do have a lot of patient discharges but hospital admissions at times could outnumber them. I recently observed that we have more dengue cases each day and most patients are these school-aged kids. Other cases admitted are those suffering from cough and diarrhea.

More, More Patients Coming!

I was at work yesterday. I was surprised to see beds scattered in the lobby area near our ward as I approached the nurse station. Our alley is even jampacked with patients. Well, it must be in this rainy season that a lot of kids are getting sick. Most cases that we have now are dengue cases, AGE cases, and BPN cases. I just hope these kids can easily recover soon.

Tag Train #5

PLAYERS: BLOGSILOG | On Touching and Saving Lives!

1. What do you carry with you at all times? *my cellphone
2. Where are you most ticklish? * my knees and legs
3. Have you ever finished a rubik’s cube? * No
4. What were you doing at 8:00 this morning? * just woke up from a good sleep at the top of the mountain found in a private beach resort ;)
5. Do you like your life as of now? * Yes
6. Last thing you purchased? * McDo meal with Coke Float (slurpy!)
7. How’s your heart lately? * it's still beating ;)
8. Did you have a good birthday last year? * Yes, had it celebrated simply with people closest to my heart
9. Who was at your house last besides family? * My niece who now lives with her mom
10. Do you sleep with the TV on? * at times when I get so sleepy and forgets to turn it off
11. Have you ever wanted to be a firefighter? * No
12. Do you have anything in your pockets right now? * None
13. How many windows are open on your computer? * one with 6 tabs open ;)
14. What can’t you wait for? * my employment abroad ;)
15. Did you do this tag because you were bored? * Uh huh. ;)

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Remembering A Neuroblastoma Patient, Chris E.

I saw Chris' mom the other day at the hospital. I asked him about Chris' condition. She readily told me that Chris died on the last week of May. I was surprised and at the same time S.A.D. Chris E , diagnosed with Neuroblastoma, had been my patient during my first few months in the facility. I could remember him being a silent yet a smart kid. You could see him playing with his educational toys and frequently asked his mom of some things he can't understad. I was with him when he underwent chemo sessions. When I transferred to another area, I still got the chance to visit him. Too sad that his eyes were also affected by his disease. He became blind. But that did't make discouraged. He still talked. Now those are only the memories I had with Chris. I could no longer see him because God already took him in His loving arms. God saw his sacrifices on earth and it was time to take him under his care. I am just glad that Chris' mom is as strong as ever and is a good fighter. She had to let go of Chris because Chris had suffered enough.

To Chris, thank you for the memories. You will always be loved by those who loved you here on Earth. You will mostly be missed by your parents especially your dad but I know they'd be more than happy enough now that you have finally been laid to rest.

M.O.: One of My Most Admired Patients

I saw Cocoy one day @ Genward, the unit where I used to work. I asked her if her mom is admitted again. He nodded. That only means Ate MO is again admitted in my previous ward. Ate MO has been diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia for I think 2 years now. She used to be my frequent patient @ Genward. What I really like about her until now is her dedication to give in to whatever therapeutic regimen is required of her. Most importantly, she is a woman of courage and never really loses hope in life. Ate MO is actually an inspiration to all the patients especially to those who got repeated hospital admissions because of their illnesses. I visited her this morning and thank GOD, she still remembers me. She even thanked me for paying her a visit. I just hope all will be well with her as she fights for life.

Tag Train #4

PLAYERS: FAB FINDS,ETC. | On Touching and Saving Lives!

1. What's the age difference between you and your eldest sibling? *He's 5 years older than me.

2. Do you believe that there's always room in your heart for your first true love? * No more room but will always be remembered :)

3. What is your zodiac sign? *Taurus

4. Why did you hug the last person you hugged? * Because I will surely miss her. She's now in the US.

5. Who is the last person of the opposite sex that made you smile? * I think it's SNG, LOL!

6. Do you have trust issues? * Yes, I don't trust people easily especially those that matters with the heart.

7. Where will you be tonight? * I will be at work :)

8. Who are you texting? * For now, it's Karissa.

9. Do you believe everything happens for a reason? *Of course I do believe that!

10. If the person who hurt you the most in your life apologized and told you they loved you what would you do? *Hey, can you just move on? You got a family to tend huh! Set me free and allow me to be happy too!

11. Last time you had a yummy chocolate ice cream? * it was two months ago I think.

12. Are you mean? *I can be on a case-to-case basis.

13. Who do you trust the most in your life? *my few-chosen friends.

14. What do you miss most about your past? *being taken care of by someone (LOL!)

15. If given a chance, would you change your name? *No. It's actually a unique name that is difficult to remember at.

We Survived!

For two days, Sheng and I worked hand in hand with over a hundred plus admitted patients. At times, we felt bad because significant others would treat us inhumanely. However, because of our persistent moves to do our tasks, we just didn't mind them. What we're after to is to finish everything irregardless if we got home too late for a given shift. There may be times we felt so down however, because of our courage and determination, we survived! We're still thankful enough and this inspires us to be more open to challenges and trials!:)

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Extubated Patient

I first cared for Patient M a few days ago. I saw him breathing difficultly despite the oxygen administration given to him. Because he could no longer sit still and lie flat on bed, intubation was indicated. He was intubated @ the PICU and hooked to CAB. Yesterday, I was surprised he's now back in our unit. He appeared much better than his condition before. I just hope everything goes well with Patient M.

Tag Train #3

PLAYERS: BUZZY ME | On Touching and Saving Lives!

1. What is the closest green object? *my spoon and fork holder


2. If you were born the opposite sex, what would your parents name you? *I have to ask them yet, LOL!


3. Do you want to have kids? *very much!


4. What is the brightest color you're wearing? *pink


5. Who is the friend you have that you would never have expected to have? *Lessie


6. Who do you hate the most right now? *hmm, secret. LOL


7. What kind of car do you want? *Vios


8. What is your favorite video game? *Super Mario


9. Do you like your dad? *YES.


10. Do you have any TV shows on DVD? *Yes, it's Grey's Anatomy


11. Are you wearing make-up? *At times when I feel like wearing it.


12. Do you have a tattoo? *None.


13. Have you ever broken a pinata? *Nope.


14. What time is it right now? *12:56 lunchtime.


15. Do you know how to draw? *not really


16. Who loves orange soda? *some kids I knew


17. Who did you last IM? *Erwin


18. Do you work a lot of hours? *more than 8 hours as always


19. Where were you in the last 24 hours? *Home,Funeral Parlor, Boyd's,Home


20. Who was the last person that called you? *RJ


21. Is there anything you regret? *Yeah


22. Do you know where your family name originated from? *Yes.


23. Is there an animal that creeps you out? *Snakes!


24. What is your favorite color ON A CAR? *Dashing RED!


25. Do you use digital or film cameras? *Digital


26. Do you own an iPod? *No.


27. Have you ever been on a charter bus? *Yes.

28. Do you like going to water parks? *Of course I do!

High Census (again!)

To date, our unit again is having a remarkable high census as to the number of patients admitted. As noticed, it is during this time of the year that hospital admissions among kids is rampant. The cases? Majority are admitted because of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever and Bronchopneumonia. I just hope all things will be manageable still and I hope and pray that people will not tend to misunderstood us during this time that the census is up. I am pretty sure that the rest of the staff will do every effort that they could to be able to do their tasks well.