11 Things You Know To Be True If Your Mom Is A Nurse
Start writing a post
Relationships

11 Things You Know To Be True If Your Mom Is A Nurse

Sometimes, Having A Nurse For A Mother Can Be Helpful. Other Times, It Can Just Be Annoying.

35
11 Things You Know To Be True If Your Mom Is A Nurse
Huffington Post

My earliest memory is of my mom graduating from nursing school. Now, she is the nurse manage of an emergency room. I'm really proud of her and all her accomplishments, but while basically having a free doctor around to assure you you're not dying, it can be a little annoying... (sorry mom!)

1. She prevents you from eating certain snacks due to something in them that *might* kill you

Growing up, my mom never allowed my brother and I to eat pop tarts (although I still did behind her back, even though they're not as great as everyone says they are). Apparently, they had/have trans fats in them, which can cause heart disease or something like that.

2. You wanted to be a nurse just like her when you were a kid

Growing up, you wanted to be a nurse, just like your mom! You thought it was so cool how she saved so many people without (seemingly) breaking a sweat, and wanted to be cool just like her. And then you realized how much work it actually is.

3. "You do realize how unhealthy that is, right?"

JUST LET ME EAT MY DONUTS IN PEACE MOM PLEASE.

4. She still makes sure you get your vaccines

Even though you living at college, you just know she's going to find a way to make sure you'll get your flu vaccine. There's no running; she's literally trained to give vaccines.

5. You know a surprising amount of medical conditions


And yet, you still have no idea what she's talking about at times.

6. She's yelled at you because you've played with her stethoscope

"Do you know how many germs are on that thing??? Leave it alone!"

7. Speaking of germs, you've gotten many lectures about them and how to avoid them

Apparently, there's more in the kitchen than in the bathroom.

8. You can't watch a hospital show in peace

"Oh my god, they wouldn't do that in real life." "That's not how you do it!" "Yeah, pretty sure they would've been fired mom."

9. And yet, she still watches those hospital shows

Whenever you go into the living room, one of those dramatic hospital shows always seems to be on... and your mom is complaining about how they're not realistic.

10. You think you can give your friends medical advice

I mean, I'm kinda professional too right? I don't know how to put an IV in, but I know how to make the bleeding stop, right?

11. Whenever you're sick, she tells you to take some medicine you've never heard of

"Mom, I threw up, like, nine times." "Have you taken Ondansetron?" "...Which is what exactly?" "Zofran." "Not helping."

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

57764
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less
a man and a woman sitting on the beach in front of the sunset

Whether you met your new love interest online, through mutual friends, or another way entirely, you'll definitely want to know what you're getting into. I mean, really, what's the point in entering a relationship with someone if you don't know whether or not you're compatible on a very basic level?

Consider these 21 questions to ask in the talking stage when getting to know that new guy or girl you just started talking to:

Keep Reading...Show less
Lifestyle

Challah vs. Easter Bread: A Delicious Dilemma

Is there really such a difference in Challah bread or Easter Bread?

37227
loaves of challah and easter bread stacked up aside each other, an abundance of food in baskets
StableDiffusion

Ever since I could remember, it was a treat to receive Easter Bread made by my grandmother. We would only have it once a year and the wait was excruciating. Now that my grandmother has gotten older, she has stopped baking a lot of her recipes that require a lot of hand usage--her traditional Italian baking means no machines. So for the past few years, I have missed enjoying my Easter Bread.

Keep Reading...Show less
Adulting

Unlocking Lake People's Secrets: 15 Must-Knows!

There's no other place you'd rather be in the summer.

958930
Group of joyful friends sitting in a boat
Haley Harvey

The people that spend their summers at the lake are a unique group of people.

Whether you grew up going to the lake, have only recently started going, or have only been once or twice, you know it takes a certain kind of person to be a lake person. To the long-time lake people, the lake holds a special place in your heart, no matter how dirty the water may look.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Top 10 Reasons My School Rocks!

Why I Chose a Small School Over a Big University.

191908
man in black long sleeve shirt and black pants walking on white concrete pathway

I was asked so many times why I wanted to go to a small school when a big university is so much better. Don't get me wrong, I'm sure a big university is great but I absolutely love going to a small school. I know that I miss out on big sporting events and having people actually know where it is. I can't even count how many times I've been asked where it is and I know they won't know so I just say "somewhere in the middle of Wisconsin." But, I get to know most people at my school and I know my professors very well. Not to mention, being able to walk to the other side of campus in 5 minutes at a casual walking pace. I am so happy I made the decision to go to school where I did. I love my school and these are just a few reasons why.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments