MCW Class of 2010, Part 3

[DoctorFunk]

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i'll kill you, brat. then i'll EAT YOUR SOUL.

I'd let you munch on my soul, but I traded it in 7th grade to a guy for a pencil. Stupid pop quizzes.

 

[Ashers]

i'll kill you, brat. then i'll EAT YOUR SOUL.

You can't kill Gimlet! He provides entertainment in class. "Is post surgical dumping syndrome what is sounds like?"

 

[Agent Splat]

I'd let you munch on my soul, but I traded it in 7th grade to a guy for a pencil. Stupid pop quizzes.

actually i think i did eventually end up with yours through some trading expo i went to back in '99.

but I saved it for it's vintage status, so I might be able to work something out with you.

 

[DoctorFunk]

actually i think i did eventually end up with yours through some trading expo i went to back in '99.

but I saved it for it's vintage status, so I might be able to work something out with you.

Naw...you keep it. I'd rather it was in the hands of a collector that can truly appreciate it.

 

[Agent Splat]

You can't kill Gimlet! He provides entertainment in class. "Is post surgical dumping syndrome what is sounds like?"

next thing you know someone will ask something about butt sex and the anal wink reflex. but i can't imagine class ever getting THAT out of control.

 

[Ashers]

next thing you know someone will ask something about butt sex and the anal wink reflex. but i can't imagine class ever getting THAT out of control.

Nothing like that would EVER happen. Of course not. I mean, who would even think to ask something like that. I mean, I think the worse it could ever be is asking the definition of commonly used words.

 

[Gimlet]

I mean, I think the worse it could ever be is asking the definition of commonly used words.

Hey now...😛

I tried to ask loud enough so it would be audible on the recording, so hopefully Funk will be able to partake of the humor in question.

And, for the record, I was baffled as to why the condition wasn't described in more medically technical terminology. I mean, dumping, for Chrissakes...that's a middle schooler's word. They could have at least called it post-operative diarrheal syndrome, or post-operative incontinence syndrome. They might as well call it post-operative "oops I crapped my pants" syndrome. 🙂

 

[Ashers]

Hey now...😛

I tried to ask loud enough so it would be audible on the recording, so hopefully Funk will be able to partake of the humor in question.

And, for the record, I was baffled as to why the condition wasn't described in more medically technical terminology. I mean, dumping, for Chrissakes...that's a middle schooler's word. They could have at least called it post-operative diarrheal syndrome, or post-operative incontinence syndrome. They might as well call it post-operative "oops I crapped my pants" syndrome. 🙂

I wasn't ragging on you. I was highly entertained. The words that I was thinking of to define are things like "constitutive" and "emesis."

 

[Gimlet]

I wasn't ragging on you. I was highly entertained. The words that I was thinking of to define are things like "constitutive" and "emesis."

Ahh, I see. Yeah, I have to wonder how someone made it this far in med school without knowing what those words mean. What were they thinking all the other times they've been used so far?

 

[Agent Splat]

it is, actually, AKA "rapid gastric emptying." not really an official term though. Let's call it "Gimlet Disease" from now on.

what is up with path? the lectures that i've listened to thus far have really blown.

 

[Gimlet]

it is, actually, AKA "rapid gastric emptying." not really an official term though. Let's call it "Gimlet Disease" from now on.

what is up with path? the lectures that i've listened to thus far have really blown.

My first eponym! Hopefully I'll become as famous as Golgi and get like 30 more things named after me.

I agree on the path thing. I played the first lecture at 1.5X speed, and it put me to sleep 1.5X faster. Side note: I think you could play Dr. Gauthier's pharm lecture from today at 4x speed and still have time to browse other websites while taking notes. I can't believe I stayed awake in class.

 

[DoctorFunk]

Side note: I think you could play Dr. Gauthier's pharm lecture from today at 4x speed and still have time to browse other websites while taking notes. I can't believe I stayed awake in class.

I'll definitely be putting that to the test this morning.

 

[Ashers]

I thought this dialogue seemed fitting for tomorrow:

First D.J.: Okay, campers, rise and shine, and don't forget your booties 'cause it's cooooold out there today.
Second D.J.: It's coooold out there every day. What is this, Miami Beach?
First D.J.: Not hardly. And you know, you can expect hazardous travel later today with that, you know, that, uh, that blizzard thing.
Second D.J.: [mockingly] That blizzard - thing. That blizzard - thing. Oh, well, here's the report! The National Weather Service is calling for a "big blizzard thing!"
First D.J.: Yessss, they are. But you know, there's another reason why today is especially exciting.
Second D.J.: Especially cold!
First D.J.: Especially cold, okay, but the big question on everybody's lips...
Second D.J.: - On their chapped lips...
First D.J.: - On their chapped lips, right: Do ya think Phil is gonna come out and see his shadow?
Second D.J.: Punxsutawney Phil!
First D.J.: Thats right, woodchuck-chuckers - it's
[in unison]
First D.J.: GROUNDHOG DAY!
Second D.J.: GROUNDHOG DAY!

 

[Agent Splat]

I thought this dialogue seemed fitting for tomorrow:

that movie should be on the AFI list of best movies ever

 

[Ashers]

that movie should be on the AFI list of best movies ever

I agree, and I know what movie I'll be watching tonight. 😀 Now to brave the 5 (feels like -9) to get to the library. =(

 

[indo]

All the posting and arguement and gunnering led to 3 questions being changed, one of which wasn't even mentioned on the forum. Woohoo.

My car is NOT happy about having to work in -8 degrees.

 

[akpete]

All the posting and arguement and gunnering led to 3 questions being changed, one of which wasn't even mentioned on the forum. Woohoo.

My car is NOT happy about having to work in -8 degrees.

My key is not happy either. It got bent unlocking the car door. I couldn't manage to get it to fit into the ignition on Saturday, so I ended up sleeping on someone's floor with no blanket. Finally got the key shoved in the next morning. So for now I have to slam it into the ignition, then yank it out again when I turn off my car. And I lost my spare key a couple years ago. Oops. So to get a new key, I'll have to go to a dealership. Anyone know how much that'll run me?

On the plus side, indo, it's getting warmer. The worst is over. And the groundhog didn't see his shadow, so that means an early spring. 😀

 

[Agent Splat]

On the plus side, indo, it's getting warmer. The worst is over. And the groundhog didn't see his shadow, so that means an early spring. 😀

beware, for the groundhog is the Manipulated Dead, and he seeks you as the Living Receiver. The bent key is surely the Artifact; a sign of a tangent from the Primary Universe. I and the other Manipulated Living will assist you in your quest but keep watchful eye for the Manipulated Dead, as only through his influence can you realize your power to close the Tangent Universe and stop the end of the world.

 

[indo]

My key is not happy either. It got bent unlocking the car door. I couldn't manage to get it to fit into the ignition on Saturday, so I ended up sleeping on someone's floor with no blanket. Finally got the key shoved in the next morning. So for now I have to slam it into the ignition, then yank it out again when I turn off my car. And I lost my spare key a couple years ago. Oops. So to get a new key, I'll have to go to a dealership. Anyone know how much that'll run me?

On the plus side, indo, it's getting warmer. The worst is over. And the groundhog didn't see his shadow, so that means an early spring. 😀

If your key has an identifier microchip in it then it'll cost you about 80 bucks.

What I don't get is why the winter is supposed to continue if the groundhog sees his shadow. If he sees a shadow then the sun is out and that is intuitively linked to better weather. But, I suppose if the clouds that are preventing the formation of the shadow are linked to Spring rain it would make more sense.

 

[Agent Splat]

If your key has an identifier microchip in it then it'll cost you about 80 bucks.

What I don't get is why the winter is supposed to continue if the groundhog sees his shadow. If he sees a shadow then the sun is out and that is intuitively linked to better weather. But, I suppose if the clouds that are preventing the formation of the shadow are linked to Spring rain it would make more sense.

or the groundhog is on beta blockers and he was hallucinating his shadow.

probably the case. being "the groundhog" is probably pretty stressful and he uses metoprolol to get through his day.

 

[45408]

If your key has an identifier microchip in it then it'll cost you about 80 bucks.

Roger that. But if it's just a regular key, then it might be more like $5 or less. Unfortunately, I've got a microchip key, and my wife has a tendency to lose keys. We haven't lost it yet (we've only got one, since the replacement for an Acura is $90).

 

[indo]

DON'T DRIVE ANGRY!

look at those pupils! That ground hog is hopped up on something! Qualudes prolly.

 

[akpete]

beware, for the groundhog is the Manipulated Dead, and he seeks you as the Living Receiver. The bent key is surely the Artifact; a sign of a tangent from the Primary Universe. I and the other Manipulated Living will assist you in your quest but keep watchful eye for the Manipulated Dead, as only through his influence can you realize your power to close the Tangent Universe and stop the end of the world.

What the hell just happened?

 

[akpete]

If your key has an identifier microchip in it then it'll cost you about 80 bucks.

I have a cavalier, so probably not. 🙂 So how do they make a new key for me. It's not like they can copy the bent one ... or can they?

 

[indo]

I bet they can copy a bent key. I think they just trace it.

 

[samenewme]

I have a cavalier, so probably not. 🙂 So how do they make a new key for me. It's not like they can copy the bent one ... or can they?

Maybe a determined hardware store clerk can just un-bend it for you in that little vise they have by the grinder, and then make a couple more for you just in case.

 

[Agent Splat]

if you have a car with an electronic locking mechanism you can SUPPOSEDLY unlock it without a key or remote. you take a tennis ball and burn a small hole about the size of the keyhole through one part of it. Then, you push the ball up against the door with the hole in the ball up against the slot for the key. When properly aligned, you push very hard on the tennis ball to collapse it and the burst of air pushes up the locking mechanism.

Saw it in teh intarnets. dunno if it actually works, because I actually have keys.

goody...my car's check engine light came on today. would that be because i'm 9000 miles since my last oil change?

 

[45408]

goody...my car's check engine light came on today. would that be because i'm 9000 miles since my last oil change?

Maybe. "Check engine" usually refers to something emissions-related. It only costs like $20 to get your oil changed though.....you could even do it yourself on a day like this!

 

[Agent Splat]

Maybe. "Check engine" usually refers to something emissions-related. It only costs like $20 to get your oil changed though.....you could even do it yourself on a day like this!

i'm about to head out to the store to buy some oil to do it myself...but I'm not sure what kind I should get. is regular vegetable oil okay, or do I need extra virgin olive oil for best performance?

 

[indo]

check engine lights are 99% gas cap related. Make sure your gas cap is on tight and make sure it isn't cracked. I'll bet that is what is wrong.

 

[Agent Splat]

check engine lights are 99% gas cap related. Make sure your gas cap is on tight and make sure it isn't cracked. I'll bet that is what is wrong.

already checked! thanks anyway. also rebuilt the engine, but no dice.

 

[indo]

Maybe your custom cold air intake is triggering the mass-air sensor in the cold weather. You might have to go with a stand alone ECU or an add on program that allows you to control the air/fuel mixture. "I live my life a quarter of a mile at a time"

 

[Agent Splat]

Maybe your custom cold air intake is triggering the mass-air sensor in the cold weather. You might have to go with a stand alone ECU or an add on program that allows you to control the air/fuel mixture. "I live my life a quarter of a mile at a time"

what about my acceleration thermoregulator? I have its fuses bypassed so I can overrule the speed governor without losing electrical stability. I've also hotwired in a flux capacitor, but I'm pretty sure that it's functions are independent of the main engine circuitry web. I suppose it could be the time circuits that are messing with the outflow feedback.

 

[Gimlet]

FYI, the letters in my name can be rearranged to spell "sacred nerdy ho."

That is all.

 

[Agent Splat]

FYI, the letters in my name can be rearranged to spell "sacred nerdy ho."

That is all.

actually, they can also be rearranged to spell....

I'M GOING TO EAT YOUR SOUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

coincidentally, my name is rearranged to spell (my FULL name) A MADMAN RECLINE INBRED

 

[Agent Splat]

my elective choices:
1. Ortho in the month Ashers wanted it.
1. Neuro rehab (includes stroke, TBI, SCI, etc)
2. Sports and spine rehab
3. radiology (useful but vomit-inducing)

 

[akpete]

I swear everyone has lost their minds d/t being inside all day.

If they can copy the bent key, I'll just go to the Home Depot and copy it for $1.47.

And I only have manual locks, but I'm interested in this tennis ball thingy.

And the rearranged names don't really surprise me... QUICK rearrange my name!

 

[akpete]

my elective choices:
1. Ortho in the month Ashers wanted it.
1. Neuro rehab (includes stroke, TBI, SCI, etc)
2. Sports and spine rehab
3. radiology (useful but vomit-inducing)

I'm also signing up for the ortho elective in the months Ashers wanted it. What a coincidence.

 

[Gimlet]

A MADMAN RECLINE INBRED

Nice. I also like A MAN CRIB MENDER. I think that would be a useful backup profession if the whole medicine thing doesn't work out.

And the rearranged names don't really surprise me... QUICK rearrange my name!

April, yours are the best:

A REPTILE'S PORN
A TIPPLER SNORE (tipple = drink alcohol)
A LONE STRIPPER

 

[Agent Splat]

A LONE STRIPPER

I wish I was April now. That's too cool.

 

[Gimlet]

Electives:
Ortho (Asher's month)
ENT
Radiology
Urology

 

[Gimlet]

The differential diagnosis worksheet sucks ass.

Time to have a drink and see if that helps the words flow onto the page more smoothly.

 

[Agent Splat]

I wonder if i can get an elective in chakra point torture.

 

[Ashers]

Wow, it looks like I'll be lucky if I actually get ortho. I didn't know it was so popular. 😡

My electives -- I only get to pick 3, not 4 like all you others. =þ
Ortho
Diagnostic Radiology
Sports and Spine Rehab

Hoax Shielding

 

[45408]

Urology

hey, a plumber. An online quiz said I'd be a good match for urology.

 

[akpete]

April, yours are the best:

A REPTILE'S PORN
A TIPPLER SNORE (tipple = drink alcohol)
A LONE STRIPPER

Awesome!! 😀

And does the differential worksheet really suck that much? I haven't done it yet.


Guess what everyone. I'm getting a haircut tomorrow afternoon for the first time since July '05.

 

[Gimlet]

And does the differential worksheet really suck that much? I haven't done it yet.

It doesn't suck that much...it's just a pointless exercise that doesn't actually teach us anything and simply takes away time I could spend procrastinating on pathology and pharmacology.

That's a long time since no haircut! Not even split ends trimmed?

 

[akpete]

Not even a trim. Oddly, I don't really have any split ends. But the ends are pretty dry.

I should probably stop procrastinating and work on stupid CER stuff. I have to do the differential worksheet and write up my Review H&P session from today to email tomorrow. Then we have another session on Thurs, and have to write it up for Friday. Ick.


So I'm entering in some electives just in case I don't do a sub-I that month for some reason. Turns out a bunch aren't even available in June. Diagnostic Rads and ENT are both not available. So I think my list will be Ortho, PMR Sport and Spine (which sounds like it's essentially my old job), and then either plastics, derm or intervential rads...can't decide. Oh well, it doesn't really matter anyway.

 

[Agent Splat]

when do we get our elective lottery results, anyway?

 

[Gimlet]

when do we get our elective lottery results, anyway?

They're trying for Friday afternoon (either 2 or 4 pm, I think) like they originally scheduled, but aren't making any guarantees. As long as I don't have to take vacation, I'll be fine. I want my easy 4th year with 3 months off, dammit!