Some unexpected support !

[Sam50]

Following on from Hubby's unsatisfactory visit to the locum last Friday, he has now had his 'urgent' HbA1c test done (and other bloods) and gets the results on Monday (I'll let you know how it goes)

The nurse taking the blood actually had time to chat and was very impressed with his tackling T2 with a low carb diet, exercise, fasting and (so far) resisting drugs. She complimented him on his weight loss and BP reduction and said,

'We see an increasing number of patients coming through taking just this proactive approach to their health and avoiding/reducing medication. Good for you-Metformin can be very unpleasant with it's side effects. All we want is for people to take responsibility for their own health.'

I wish she could share that attitude with the GPs !

Btw the one he saw on Friday, read back over Hubby's notes and opened the conversation with 'Ah yes it was upper right quadrant pain you came in with...how are you my little alcoholic friend ?' ( a reference to the fact that Hubby had initially visited after a holiday and admitted to enjoying a few more beverages than normal) I think it was his idea of a 'joke'.

Still pleased to see that the nurses at least, are more progressive in their attitudes.

 

[archersuz]

@Sam50 That's great to hear! My GP is fully supportive and I believe the message is finally getting through.

 

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Great to read.
I wonder why we think of positive comments from a nurse to be "unexpected" support.

I get the feeling there are quite a few healthcare professionals who think this way. But it is easier to whinge than remember to give positive feedback.
And given their workload, it might not be so surprising when many don't have time to do their own research so spout the standard "eat well plate"

 

[Sam50]

Great to read.
I wonder why we think of positive comments from a nurse to be "unexpected" support.

I get the feeling there are quite a few healthcare professionals who think this way. But it is easier to whinge than remember to give positive feedback.
And given their workload, it might not be so surprising when many don't have time to do their own research so spout the standard "eat well plate"

I think you are right, much depends when you visit, people are far more likely to chat when it's a 'quiet' time and they are less pressured. But I also think it is the conflict between what they may think privately and feel that they should say in an official capacity. Morally I couldn't give out Nutritional advice that I knew was wrong so a good job I don't work within the NHS !