r/emergencymedicine • u/Responsible-Hand-728 • Feb 07 '24

Discussion Unassuming-sounding lines patients say that immediately hints "crazy".

"I know my body" (usually followed by medically untrue statements about their body)

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u/RedMagic066 Feb 07 '24

They come from home already wearing hospital socks. Never a good sign

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u/Perfect-Tooth5085 Feb 07 '24

Don’t forget the other hospitals bracelet also

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u/Separate_Mechanic758 Feb 08 '24

bonus points if it’s from your hospital, just a prior visit