with a straight face a patient told me that they “eat healthy” and had DoorDash deliver fast food to their hospital room while I was standing there
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That’s probably healthy to them.
Their unhealthy past would likely be a nightmare to us.
I told them they need to get some exercise and their eyes screamed 😭
I never turn down hospital burgers hahaha
hospital burgers always made me said
but they’re a good door stop tbf
I remember my ex’s friend getting offended when I was ripping on how terrible fast food was by saying “it’s not unhealthy a mcchicken is just bread and cheese and chicken”
😂😂😂😂😂😂
IS IT ANY OF THOSE THINGS?!?!?!
The ultimate display of cognitive dissonance!
That's a great example of how people can compartmentalize their behaviors and convince themselves that everything is fine, even when faced with contradictory evidence.
Here are some possible thoughts running through your patient's mind:
* "I'm eating healthy... uh, yeah. And by 'healthy,' I mean the grilled chicken sandwich from McDonald's is a great source of protein."
* "DoorDash isn't really food delivery; it's more like... takeout... with a twist! And it's not like they deliver directly to my bed; it's just... convenient."
* "I'm in the hospital, so I deserve some comfort food. It's not like I have to worry about getting healthy right now. Besides, what's a little fast food going to hurt?"
As a healthcare professional, you likely felt a mix of emotions – confusion, amusement, and possibly even frustration. But it's also an opportunity to gently nudge your patient back on track, perhaps by saying something like:
"I'm glad you're feeling comfortable in your room! However, our hospital policy encourages patients to follow a healthy meal plan for their recovery. Would you be interested in exploring some alternative meal options that can support your healing?"
This approach acknowledges the patient's desire for comfort food while also gently steering them toward healthier choices. Who knows – this might just spark a conversation about healthy eating habits and encourage the patient to make positive changes!