Misplaced Supplies and the Quest for Cotton Rolls

Ever had one of those days where you can’t find the cotton rolls when it’s time for a procedure? It’s like they have a secret meeting and forget to tell the rest of us! I swear they enjoy hiding just to make our day a bit more exciting. Anyone else experience this comedy of errors?

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, that’s so relatable! I swear they hide right before a big procedure, like they’re in on a joke we don’t get. I try keeping a stash in my pocket for emergencies — what’s your backup plan when they pull their disappearing act?

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, I totally get it! These cotton rolls seem to vanish right when you need them most, like they’re off having a party. I started labeling the supply drawers with big, bright signs; it helps a bit, but sometimes I wonder if they’re just messing with us. What’s your go-to backup plan when they pull their disappearing act?

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