How would you feel about being admitted to a mixed-sex ward?
926253
at the time\nage 15\noccupation school\nsex female\naccident fell of a horse and awoke under a car\nkept in for blood in urine and concussion as well as lot of cuts and bruses mainly to my back\nadmitted to the old manor hospital a&e Nuneaton warwickshire nr coventry (old cos its now closed) hospital was very old and seemed to consist of 2 wards childrens (too old for) adults so admitted to mixed adults ward\ndidnt care very scared, upset and wanted to go home slept fitfully through the night discarged 10 am next day after they had moved every single item in there and cleaned it, wonder if they still do that or just clean round it. they wouldnt even let me go to the bathroom them made me use a bed pan i tell you it would have hurt less to walt to the loo then use that thing they are really not designed to be used laying down\nnow 30ish still nuneaton taxi driver\nwould rather be on a female ward cos men snore lots and i am a very light sleeper but would discharge myself at earlist oppertunity because of mrsa and things\nBTW have been treated in out patients this year, recovery was a mixed ward but i react badly to the injections they give you to put you to sleep i wake up panicing and crying and sick so they just left me to sleep it of and i was so doped up i didnt care i just wanted my hubby and to go home\nhope it helps
1176552
Frankly I think that you'll be much happier with this decision.  It's a very tricky process to give to man so late in his life, so it's going to take patience on your part during the healing process.  I'm sure it will feel a little different to you, but probably in a good way.  I don't know anyone who's actually gone through this, but there is a very detailed episode on sex and the city about it - you should watch it!
668811
I have run a community based mental health unit for many years within the NHS. (STATE HOSPITAL).\nI am truly sorry that you have had such a bad experience whilst receiving mental health care. May I assure you that this is not the case everywhere. If I overheard a member of my staff speaking like that to any patient they wouldn't have a job for very long. Complaints of this nature are taken very seriously in our hospital trust, patient dignity is a paramount concern. The underpinning philosophy of care at my unit is:\n'People will forget what you said,\nforget what you did,\nbut they will never forget the way you made them feel.'\nBelieve me it works, we still have cards and presents at Christmas from patients long discharged.
677633
I think interracial relationships are great I'm mixed black and white and my niece is mixed also.  You go for what you like color desn't really matter because at the end of the day every one is still the same on the inside and we all have the same problems only difference is the skin color and looks.
915335
If the job offer would help my minority group, and I got paid for it, yeah, I think I would take it. Why would you feel offended if it were something that would be a positive in both directions?
1109491
I am a counselor, and your counselor's suggestion sounds "sound". Submitting might be a challenge..just as taking charge will also be a challenge for her. By taking on one another's roles you both get the opportunity to see where the other is coming from.\nI don't think this is a question of right or wrong, but rather a question of whether or not you really want to submit.
392566
It should be up to the men who serve with them. It's probably a homophobic attitude but I would never feel comfortable serving with a homosexual. Not when you have to live with them day in and day out. And if you didn't feel comfortable with the squad your in, you would compromise the efficiency of the unit therefore every ones lives would be more at risk. And you can say what you want in reply to that, it is my view, not yours.
1120485
Not at the doctors office but I have, seriously, been given a 'bed bath' by a beautiful 22 yr old nurse in the hostpital after my appendix operation. When she was getting a bit close to that region I STOPPED IT and told her  --  "LISTEN, NURSE, SORRY BUT THAT PART I WILL DO MYSELF !" --- I would have been very embarassed if I had an erection like that because she was literally gently rubbing me on the lower abdomen... ... Easy to say you guys would not mind...   The nurse of 22 was in fact in charge of the ward and she said to me she would not let the 18 year old nurses do it because they were too young, LOLOL... she was... 22 !!  I had to pretend all along that I was not being affected by it all...  talking in a 'matter of fact' way...  She just left whilst I... and returned when I said  'OK' -- I still remembered how my feet tickled like hell, though !!
50217
I'm a male nurse, so I work in a predominantly female atmosphere.  My managers are usually female.  The way situations are handled are unmistakenly female.  Additionally, in situations where brute strength is required (such as lifting a heavy patient or calming an incooperative one) I become the resource of choice.  I don't bicker, hold grudges or complain much (which my wife states are predominantly female traits; I'll just hide behind her on this one), so while I'm not always a part of the conversation, I'm generally liked by all.\nReally can't say I mind working around a bunch of girls.  :)
420351
Go with how you feel. Are heterosexuals that way because of a choice they made, I don't think so. That would be the same for homosexuals, I'm sure, not a choice, but something "inbuilt" from birth.
760383
it is too horrible to consider.  i can't even stand going into a pub where the mix is too highly male.  i, for one, need you ladies.
18542
Why should your reaction be any different if he/she was straight? If the person in question is suitable as a teacher and does the job required why should there be any problem. Prejudice, I know exists. But you should rest assured that there is no correlation between homosexuality and abuse, if that is your issue...
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I think it is totally unacceptable but at the same time I'm not in your situation.  At the end of the day you are still going to be your own person and make your own decisions.  If you do decide to carry it out then I wish you the best of luck and I really hope it doesn't blow up in your face.\n\nGood luck!!!
957720
Damn them....too many bad experiences,lol. Especially with the automatic hospital doors...one door opens in while the other opens out...got hit before...be careful!
1146000
yes i believe that there should be a female nurse present. u never know what will happen so its good to just play it safe. honestly i would feel more comfortable with a nurse present. if there isnt one, u should be able to request a female nurse if it makes u feel more comfortable. thats what i believe.
972991
Talk to the the social worker at the hospital you're hoping to stay at. \n\nAlso, have you looked into having your inpatient care taken care of at like a nursing home? I'm unsure as to why you're being admitted, but sometimes that's a better route.
567892
You can pick any you feel comfortable with.  "Mixed" is often an option on questionaires, etc where you have to fill that out. \n\nI am sure you are just lovely- don't be labled by anyone.  We're all a mix of cultures.  Talk to your parents about your struggle, they can help.