Lab Day

Lab days intimidate me. That being said, today  was definitely one of the more enjoyable days in class. We went over how to give IVs and calculate drip rates. I hit one vein and blew through the back of another. Too bad the one I botched up with my instructor's. Luckily he was very understanding and a great sport. He talked me through what I had done wrong all while gritting his teeth through the pain I was causing him. I felt sooo bad. 

In the assessment portion. We had an awesome Paramedic come in that I already respect so much. The way he treats each of us as equals and doesn't care about our background or past experience made me feel soo much more comfortable and relaxed. Hearing him talk about his experiences and passion for the work he does and loves has made an impact on me. I have a feeling I will be spending more time with him picking his brain to gain as much knowledge and insight as I can. So far I've been able to hold my own alright and have been able to become friends with most everyone in class which has been a blast. I can't wait for the weeks to come to get to know, and trust everyone even more.

Until next time!

Katie