"Charting" for the First Time

Whenever a nurse writes in a patient's medical record or file, that nurse will refer to this action as "charting." Charting is actually documenting a chronological written account of a patient's examination and treatment plan that includes the patient's medical history and complaints, the physician's and nurse's physical findings, the results of diagnostic tests and procedures, and medications and therapeutic procedures that have been given or done to this patient.

Being a nurse and thinking along these lines, I decided to do my best to "chart" my personal medical record for you. Every medical file begins with what we call a "history"--what prompted the person to seek medical attention. Therefore I must begin my first blog with a "history" of what prompted me to get involved in blogging.

Approximately two months ago, I entered the scary world of Face book! Whoa, now that was a huge step for me to undertake! After repeatedly mocking it and those who participated in it, I had to swallow my pride and admit to the benefits of entering into this "new world" of technology. Little did I know that this was the first step on my way to learning new and modern ways of enjoying communication.

My next venture in this “modern world” took place yesterday when I received an iPod for my birthday. I must admit that I was overwhelmed with excitement even though I do not know one thing about it or how to use it. (Help!) Thanks, Don, for being the springboard that is launching me into another realm of the "unknown."

One of the highlights of my birthday came when I received phone calls and homemade cards from my grandchildren in Sturgeon Bay as well as an e-mail video clip from my granddaughter, Kayla, who sang "Happy Birthday" to me. Between my laughing and my tears (after watching the video), I came to the conclusion that I needed to take the plunge into the world of blogging so that I can "chart" and share with others what is so important to me--my family. So here I go— venturing into this new encounter at the age of 51. (Some my age may refer to this as a “mid-life crisis”, but I would like to think that I am technologically “hip”) I hope you enjoy this clip as much as I do.

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