Becky's Medical Journal

12/09/2025

Present, but Powerless: A Glimpse into Clinical Posting as a Nursing Student

During my clinical posting, I found myself standing beside a patient in deep pain. I knew what was wrong. I even knew what could ease their discomfort. But I stood there, silent.

Not because I didn’t care.
Not because I didn’t want to help.
But because as a student, I wasn’t allowed to act without supervision.

That moment broke me.

It’s hard when you're learning in an environment where lives are at stake. You want to do more, you want to act quickly but the fear of making a mistake holds your hand back. Sometimes, it's not even fear. It's just the rule of the system.

And so, I did what I could: I held the patient’s hand. I spoke gently. I waited for the nurse to come.

This is one of many realities nursing students face. We're trained to care, yet often restricted by inexperience, hierarchy, or fear. We’re learning to grow, under pressure, in real time, where every decision counts.

🩺 To my fellow student nurses: You’re doing better than you think.

🩺 To our senior colleagues and mentors: Your patience, guidance, and words of encouragement mean the world.

📌 Have you ever felt this helplessness during your training? How did you overcome it?.

26/08/2025

12/08/2025

"First day in the Eye Ward and boom! I witnessed a cataract surgery 👁️🔪💥 Just one day here and my eyes don see things 😅👩‍⚕️ Truly, nursing no be beans oo. This posting is not just interesting it's eye-opening... literally!"

"Cataract surgery is a procedure where the cloudy lens of the eye is removed and replaced with a clear one. It restores vision and brings back smiles. Today, I watched lives get brighter, one eye at a time."

31/07/2025

🩺 "In the silence of the strike, the cries of the sick grow louder."

Second week into my ENT posting at UNTH.

We arrived that morning expecting the usual bustle in the wards. But something felt off. The halls were too quiet, the beds too empty. The air was heavy. Then came the whisper:
The nurses are on strike.

We were told to return to our lodges. Just as we turned to leave, a frail voice stopped me.
“Who will care for us if the nurses aren't here?” she asked, her eyes wide with fear.

I stood there, frozen. I had no answer. I could only ask her to sit and wait, though I knew no one might come.

As I walked away, my heart broke. What about the patients who can’t feed themselves? The ones who lie helpless, unable to speak or move?

This strike isn’t just a disruption, it’s a cry. A cry from nurses who are overworked, underpaid, and constantly overlooked by a system that treats them as invisible.

But they are not invisible to the patients who depend on them.
To the woman who held my hand today.
To the man in the ward who can’t lift his own spoon.

Nurses are the backbone of our hospitals, and the silence of their absence is deafening.

As a student nurse, today didn’t just teach me medicine. It taught me heartbreak, injustice, and the urgent need for change.

Dear Nigerian Government, you cannot keep neglecting those who hold up the lives of our people. Nurses deserve better. And so do the masses they serve.

Nurse Becky ✍️

25/07/2025

Posted to the Skin Clinic this week with my sweet friend 💉🩺 and one big thing I’ve learned so far at University Teaching Hospital, Enugu, is the beauty of teamwork! With so many specialists and professionals under one roof, it’s amazing to see how harmony and collaboration make patient care so effective. Grateful for the experience!.

01/07/2025

Hey fam, it’s Nurse Becky! 💉🩺
I know, I know… it’s been a minute! But your favorite nurse is back, and just in time to say Happy New Month! 🎉 Hello July!
As we dive into this new month (and possibly some unpredictable weather), let me drop a few quick tips to keep you healthy and glowing, not sneezing and sniffling 😷👇🏽
🌧️ Don’t get caught in the rain – Umbrella is your bestie this season!
💦 Drink water , Not just chilled soda 😅
🥗 Eat your veggies, Yes, even the green ones you "accidentally" forget
🧼 Wash your hands, Germs don’t take holidays
😴 Rest well – Being a superhero is exhausting, even for you
🦟 Watch out for mosquitoes, They’re still jobless and biting 😩
🌬️ Let fresh air in Your room needs it, trust me 😂
Let’s stay safe, strong, and sweet-smelling this July 😄
More health tips loading this month, don’t go far!
With love,
Nurse Becky 💉

15/05/2025

End of Psychiatric Posting – A Journey to Remember

From stepping into the unfamiliar halls of the psychiatric hospital to gaining insight into the human mind, this journey has been nothing short of transformative. As a Student Nurse , I got the chance to walk in the shoes of patients, listen to stories that moved me, and learn from professionals who opened my eyes to the world of mental health care.

We attended in-depth classes, engaged in meaningful discussions, and witnessed firsthand the courage it takes to heal. One of the most challenging yet rewarding parts? Writing detailed case studies on our assigned patients and standing before a panel to defend our understanding and approach. And of course, we wrapped it all up with our final exams, a true test of everything we’ve learned.

This posting didn't just teach me about psychiatric nursing; it reshaped the way I see people and the strength behind their struggles. I’m walking away not only with knowledge but with compassion, confidence, and an even deeper love for this profession.

Here’s to growth, learning, and the journey ahead.

06/05/2025

Happy Nurses Week 2025!🥳

Today marks the beginning of Nurses Week, and as a proud nurse, my heart swells with emotion and gratitude. This year’s theme, “Nurses Make the Difference”, couldn’t be more fitting. Because every day, in ways big and small, nurses around the world step into moments of pain, fear, and uncertainty,and bring comfort, strength, and healing.

We are more than just caregivers.

We are listeners when words fail.

We are hands to hold during the hardest nights.

We are strong when others feel weak.

We are hopeful when everything feels lost.

To my fellow nurses, thank you. Thank you for showing up even when you're tired, for choosing compassion over convenience, for putting others first when it isn’t easy. Your impact goes far beyond any chart or shift report. You make a difference, not just in healthcare, but in the lives you touch every single day.

This week, let’s not only celebrate ourselves but every nurse who has ever cared, comforted, or carried someone through the storm. Here's to our courage, our calling, and our unshakable hearts.

Happy Nurses Week 2025!
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20/04/2025

"This Easter, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, let us also reflect on the hope and healing He brings not just to our souls, but to our hearts and minds. Jesus conquered death so that we could live in the fullness of His peace.

The same Jesus who calmed the storm with a word can also calm the storms within us. He sees you, He cares deeply for you, and He invites you to lay your burdens at His feet.

The empty tomb is a powerful reminder that darkness doesn’t get the final word. Whatever you may be facing, anxiety, depression, burnout, or just the silent struggles no one sees,know this: in Christ, there is always hope, always light, and always the promise of a new beginning.

You are not alone. You are loved beyond measure. And just as Jesus rose, you too can rise, one day, one prayer, one step at a time." Don't forget to seek help when you need one.

Happy Easter !.

09/04/2025

The Unseen Chains: A Story of Youth, Drugs, and the Future

It was the first day of my neuropsychiatric posting, and the hum of busy corridors echoed through the ward. As I observed the patients, something struck me. Most of them were young—youth at the height of their potential, their futures ahead of them. But there was a stark difference in their eyes. They seemed lost, their spirits weighed down by something invisible but undeniable.

Curious, I asked the head nurse why so many of these patients were so young. She looked at me, a mix of sorrow and experience in her eyes. “Drugs,” she said simply. “Most of them are here because of drug addiction. They thought they could escape their problems, but instead, they’ve only chained themselves to something much worse.”

The words hit me hard. These were not just young people struggling with addiction—they were individuals who once dreamed of a bright future. Now, their minds were held captive by substances that stole their clarity, their will, and their chance at a healthy life.

Drugs, she explained, don't just ruin bodies—they hijack the brain, erasing memories, blurring thinking, and distorting reality. The addiction becomes a chain, pulling them further from their true selves and their goals. The harder the drug, the stronger the grip it has.

I couldn’t help but think of the future they had lost, how their potential was snatched away by the seductive promise of temporary relief, which turned into an unbreakable prison.

It’s easy to believe that one hit, one try, won’t hurt. But that’s the lie addiction tells you. Drugs trap you in a cycle of dependence, making the highs feel good, but the lows unbearable. The true escape, I realized, is not through a needle or a pill, but through strength, support, and self-awareness.

So to the youth out there, who might think they’re invincible or that drugs offer an easy way out—remember this: your future is not something to gamble with.
The choice is yours .

Nurse Becky ✍️

31/03/2025

Yesterday, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in Primary School Career Day, where I had the pleasure of addressing the aspiring nurses of tomorrow! Dressed in my nurse uniform, I shared with them what it truly means to be a nurse.

I explained that nursing is a rewarding and independent profession, emphasizing that we don't just assist doctors but work alongside them as crucial members of the healthcare team. Nurses are the heartbeat of patient care, responsible for everything from monitoring health conditions to offering emotional support.

It was inspiring to see the curiosity and excitement in their eyes, and I hope this session sparked a passion for healthcare in their hearts. Here's to the future of nursing, shaping the world with compassion and care!