On Water: I Met a Patient Who Told Me She Doesn’t Drink Water 🚰

 

The other day at work, I had a patient who told me she doesn’t drink water, ever. And she wasn’t kidding. Her room was filled with different kinds of juices and sodas or soft drinks, and that’s all she drank. I asked her if she was serious, and she confidently said yes. Given her multiple health conditions, it wasn’t surprising. Don't forget by virtue of my professional training, I can be critical with my eyes aka assessment. 

While I was there, she accidentally knocked over one of her open bottles, spilling her juice on the table and the floor. The aide grabbed some paper napkins and tried to clean it up, but the drink left stains on the table and the floor. I pointed it out to the patient and it was a subject of education. I hope she paid attention. We can only always educate, but in the end, patients will always do what they want.  

Have you ever met someone who doesn’t drink water? For me, it was my first. I know people dont like to drink water but they do so with the knowledge of the benefits of water. Please let me know in the comments if you know anyone like this patient. I would love to hear it.

Live free, healthy and happy. 

I remain your pal,

Ronnie Law