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boyfriend
What does boyfriend mean?
Affectionate nursing slang for a gentle, uncomplaining elderly male patient who is a pleasure to look after.
"Bed five's my boyfriend today — no trouble at all."
Origin
Warm nursing slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'boyfriend' mean in nursing slang?
It is affectionate slang for a gentle, uncomplaining elderly male patient who is a pleasure to care for.
Is calling a patient 'boyfriend' disrespectful?
It is used warmly among staff to signal a much-liked, easy patient, not romantically or disrespectfully.
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