She said that she is plotting an attack with her knitting needle on the clog-wearing nurses!!!
Oh dear, speaking as a retired nurse, I find this just a bit too much. Remember that nurses have sharper needles, and know just how to use them for full effect.

Seriously, the nurse can be your best friend, or worst enemy; depends on what you want.

Hope you feel better quickly. I had pneumonia 8 years ago. didn't have to be hospitalized, but it took me a good 6 weeks to feel 'normal' again.