The Blanket Sign: Recognizing difficult patient encounters in the ER
It is honestly impressive the lengths people will go to cure their illnesses, or, alternatively, to lovingly nurture their favorite delusions. And to be fair, I get it. We have all been sick. I am a doctor and I have still Googled home remedies for canker sores, tooth pain, and ingrown toenails. The difference is that experimenting with saltwater rinses is unlikely to end your life.
When it comes to actual, …
The Blanket Sign: Recognizing difficult patient encounters in the ER
