Writing "RIP" in official documentation
I frequently see non-survivable trauma where I work. Junior staff are all writing "RIP" at the end of their notes.
This is a neurosurg note from earlier today:
"[history/exam findings] ... CT scan showed [findings] ... In keeping with non-survivable brain injury.
RIP."
Patient's still alive at the time of the note.
It irks me a bit. Either keep it clinical and formal, or if you absolutely must write "may they rest in peace" or something. Not RIP... Also give the poor bastard 5 minutes to die...
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Source: Student Doctor Network - Category: Universities & Medical Training Authors: woopedazz Tags: Anesthesiology Source Type: forums
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