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? asked in Science & MathematicsMedicine · 8 years ago

Advantages Of Being a Nurse Rather Than A Doctor?

This may sound a little selfish, but here it goes. I'm moving to Alaska in a year or two. My girlfriend is a pre med biology major. A few days ago, she said she thought it might just be better for her to become a nurse, rather than a doctor. I'd like that, too, because med school is expensive, stressful, and we'd be apart from each other for months at a time - which I just can't handle. So, I'd like to try to convince her to become a nurse if I can.

What are the advantages of being a nurse rather than a doctor? Thanks!

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  • ?
    Lv 4
    8 years ago
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    One advantage is no malpractice insurance. A doctor is required to have it, and that eats into his $$$$$$$$, leaving him with only $$$$$. That being said, a slip on the job that is not covered by policy as a nurse will entangle her into a lawsuit.

    Another advantage: Nurses are not called at home at all hours of the night with a critical result on some other nurse's patient. Doctors are. It is funny to hear Dr. X (on call for his medical group this weekend) taking a result on Dr. Z's patient, grumbling and cursing the whole time that he doesn't know a thing about that person.

    Source(s): 16 years experience in hospital laboratories in all departments and levels of responsibility And married to a nurse for a bit of that time
  • ?
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    Can't think of essential advantages tbh but greatest hindrance can be she is going to earn much much less as a nurse than a healthcare professional. And as we all know $$$$$$$ has quite fundamental position to play in modern age whether we find it irresistible or not. Period. You mentioned you'll be aside for a while which you are not able to manage however that's not gonna last endlessly so consider about it. If she's now not thinking about fitting a health care professional then its fine to grow to be a nurse but if she has the ability and passion to turn out to be a physician then don't let her pass over the chance, its once in a lifestyles time opportunity more cash = better living typical. Interval. Once more.

  • 8 years ago

    Can't think of major advantages tbh but biggest drawback would be she will earn much less as a nurse than a doctor. And as we know $$$$$$$ has really important role to play in modern age whether we like it or not. Period.

    You said you'll be apart for some time which you can't handle but that's not gonna last forever so think about it. If she's not interested in becoming a doctor then its fine to become a nurse but if she has the ability and passion to become a doctor then don't let her miss the chance, its once in a life time opportunity

    More money = better living standard. Period. Again.

  • ?
    Lv 6
    8 years ago

    Bad idea to try to convince her of anything. She needs to make this decision herself, or she may wind up resenting you for talking her out of something that will benefit her livelihood.

    Don't do it. Listen to her work through her thoughts, but try to remain neutral and support her in whatever she decides to do. It's her life, not your's.

    How would you feel if she tried to direct your future?

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  • Kevin
    Lv 6
    8 years ago

    That is very selfish and i hope this is a troll post. You aren't even married but you want to try and change her long term goals for your own selfish reasons? And on top of that it is you who is moving way out to Alaska... but of course thats ok and she will have to be flexible with that.

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