Helpful Tools for New Docs
So, given that we're at the point where there's usually a lot of brand new doctors running around on the wards, what better time than now to go over some helpful pointers to make the transition easier!
It can be a but much to suddenly be thrust into the ward environment, what with all the responsibilities and prioritization and endless list of tasks; so let's try to break things down a bit, with some help from the good old Geeky Medics site!
The real "trial by fire" is what you will come to know as the On Call Shift, so check these links out to get some printers and different perspectives on what you should expect, and also how to deal with it!
From our Blog: https://medlifeguide.wixsite.com/medlifeguide/post/you-ve-been-bleeped
A post about an unwell patient you've been called to review and different ways the scenario could play out.
https://geekymedics.com/common-medical-on-call-scenarios-and-jobs/Common tasks you may be asked to do when on call
https://geekymedics.com/ward-emergencies/A breakdown of the more common emergencies and how to approach them
https://geekymedics.com/prioritising-jobs-and-tasks/Insight into time management and what to do first
https://geekymedics.com/handing-over-patients/How to make a good handover
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Let us know if these were of any help, and what you'd like us to talk about next!