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Originally Posted by 11Ber
Given that this is in the 18D section, let's begin by saying that no 18D is a private. Many 18D were grunts when they were privates. That being said, some things I have noticed from going down to the FST when there are certain issues and being around a lot of E1-E4 68W, which I am guessing you are, include:
1. Always seek a higher medical authority does not mean take your brain out and only be reactive. If a PT is in pain, go find a MD or someone who can Rx meds.
2. Know how to take constructive criticism..especially if that bearded guy in civ clothes with a Glock out ranks you.
3. Take every chance to learn or perform a new procedure. I have seen 68W be asked by a surgeon if they want to put in a chest tube or art line and say no then go back to charting. A hunger for education is what makes you a good medic/HCP.
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Now there is a person with answers I would certainly respect as the teaching surgeon....nice 
Adal, if DDD did use such instruments, the one he wouldn't be using (me either) is a certain collaboration folder from Ken Brock...but then you would be able to provide self aid because of all you did learn by watching, asking questions and getting your hands 'dirty' by seeking higher level training 
ss
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'Revel in action, translate perceptions into instant judgements, and these into actions that are irrevocable, monumentous and dreadful - all this with lightning speed, in conditions of great stress and in an environment of high tension:what is expected of "us" is the impossible, yet we deliver just that.
(adapted from: Sherwin B. Nuland, MD, surgeon and author: The Wisdom of the Body, 1997 )
Education is the anti-ignorance we all need to better treat our patients. ss, 2008.
The blade is so sharp that the incision is perfect. They don't realize they've been cut until they're out of the fight: A Surgeon Warrior. I use a knife to defend life and to save it. ss (aka traumadoc)
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