Well, miscommunication can be a big part of nursing assistant horror stories. For example, when doctors' orders are not clearly communicated, it can lead to wrong treatments. Then there is the issue of unethical behavior among colleagues. Sometimes a nursing assistant might witness another staff member stealing from a patient or being neglectful. This not only affects the patient but also creates a very uncomfortable and unprofessional environment for the assistant. And let's not forget about the horror of seeing patients in extreme pain or distress that they can't immediately relieve due to various limitations in the medical system.
There are also stories about the stress of the curriculum. Students having to study long hours and still not feeling fully prepared for exams, like having to cram a huge amount of medical knowledge in a short time and then being tested rigorously.
One common type is miscommunication. For example, if a PA misunderstands the director's instructions regarding the schedule, it can lead to actors and crew arriving at the wrong time or not being ready for a shoot. Another is equipment failure due to improper handling by the PA. If they don't check or set up equipment correctly, it can ruin a take or even an entire day of filming. Also, prop problems are common. Like a PA losing an important prop or not having it on set when needed.
Technical glitches are also quite common. Sometimes they stop working suddenly or start doing things they're not supposed to, like turning on all the smart home devices at once for no reason. It can be really frustrating and a bit scary when you don't know what's going on. Well, also, there are cases where they can be used for malicious purposes if hacked. Hackers can use the personal assistant to spy on you or steal your identity.
Medication errors are quite common. For example, giving a double dose of a strong painkiller. Another common one is miscommunication. Like when the doctor's orders are not clearly communicated to the nurse, leading to improper treatment. And then there are cases of patient falls due to insufficient supervision.
One common horror story is about sterilization issues. For example, a dental assistant might forget to properly sterilize a tool. If this happens, there's a risk of infection for the patients. It's a very serious matter in the dental field.
One horror story is when a nursing assistant was overworked and made a medication error. A patient was given the wrong dose, which led to serious complications. It was a chaotic shift with too many patients and not enough time to double - check everything.
One common type is the bank - related phishing. Hackers send emails or messages that seem to be from banks, asking for login details. Another is the fake invoice phishing, like I mentioned before for the small business. Also, there are those that target individuals through social media with offers that are too good to be true.
There are also horror stories related to malicious links in chats. People click on links sent by others thinking it's something harmless, like a game or a funny video. But in reality, the link contains malware that can steal data, corrupt devices, or even give the attacker access to the user's webcam and microphone without their knowledge. It's really a nightmare for those who experience it.
Procrastinating on important life events is also common. For instance, people who want to buy a house but keep delaying saving for a down payment. They keep finding excuses not to start the process. Or those who procrastinate on planning their weddings and end up with a rushed and less - than - perfect event because they didn't start early enough. In relationships, some people procrastinate on having important conversations with their partners, which can lead to misunderstandings and problems building up over time.
The most common ones are probably accommodation issues. Like the place not being as described. It could be much smaller, dirtier or in a worse location. Another common type is related to transportation. For example, a rental car that has mechanical problems or an unannounced upgrade to a less desirable vehicle. Also, there can be problems with customer service. When things go wrong, getting help from Hotwire can be difficult, with long wait times on the phone or unhelpful representatives.