[Answered]: Module 4 Sharon Higgins Interview Sharon: I just…

Module 4 Sharon Higgins Interview Sharon: I just came in for a shot and became a basket case. I am sorry. I’m OK. Nurse: What is making you so stressed? Sharon: I am so busy with the kids and work. I can’t sleep, my mind is racing with everything I did during the day and everything I have to do tomorrow. Nurse: We are concerned because you look so tired. We want to help if we can. Sharon: I can’t sleep at night. I try, but my mind races when I think of everything I need to do. I don’t think you can hire me a nanny. Nurse: I understand how you are busy; you have so much to do with the kids and work. Tell me, how do you feel when you don’t sleep? Sharon: I am so tired. I feel nauseated and can’t eat. I try to take naps, but they make me feel worse. Nurse: Napping can sometimes help but it doesn’t always. I would like to get a better idea about your sleep patterns. Is that OK? I know you’re busy, but this can help. When do you go to sleep and wake up? Sharon: I don’t really sleep but I try to go to bed around midnight and get up at 5:00 am. Nurse: How many hours do you sleep? Sharon: Maybe 2-3 hours total, if I’m lucky. Nurse: How would you rate the quality of your sleep on a scale of one to ten? Sharon: Honestly a one. I can’t fall asleep and then when I do it’s only for short time before I wake up again. My mind just races. Nurse: Sorry for all the questions. I want to understand how things are going. I see, things are hectic? Sharon: Yes, and my family means well by telling me how to make life easier, but no one steps in to help. They think I should stop the kid’s sports activities. But is that fair to them? The kids do one activity apiece. Nurse: How old are the children? Sharon: ” 7, 9, and 11.” Nurse: What a beautiful family. It sounds like it takes a lot of organization. Sharon: Yes, I have a master calendar. My husband and kids all have their calendars, even the seven-year-old. Then we are on the same page with activities and when I have to bring them. Nurse: It sounds like you have your family organized. That’s great. What about your personal calendar, do you have time for yourself? Sharon: With everything going on I don’t get to have time for myself. That’s what being a mom is, right?