Role of Technology (#10)

After working in the hospital, I realize the importance of technology, but I also experienced the frustration of working it! With that said, I still am convinced that technology has greatly influenced the realm of healthcare. For example, medications are better managed between the pharmacy and the nurse through the medication administration record (MAR). Another example is that through the technology of scanning a patient and scanning their meds, the billing department is able to keep a better record of what to charge the patient for. And to an even greater extent, what about all the machines for screening and performing all the much needed invasive procedures? It takes education and training to operate the devices seen in the health system. However once it's learned, they benefit greatly in regards to time and ease...hopefully. =) And in regards to education, what would we do without our laptops and powerpoint presentations during class. Furthermore, one can take online classes, allowing for a degree to be obtained at home! Oh technology. What would we do without it? How did people live without it?? With that said, I have really enjoyed the opportunity to blog and read about my fellow classmates' experiences. I feel like I am a part of everyone's clinical group as a result. =)

Happy Studying (#7)

Oh my goodness! Has this semester seriously almost come to an end? I cannot believe it! I think about how we only have four more days of class and then come finals! Finals, finals, FINALS! Stress, stress, STRESS?! But honestly, all in all, what would have come of this semester without it? I would not have pushed myself so much. This is what I have learned as a result of my first semester in nursing school:

*I can literally do anything I put my mind to.
*This is truly what God wants me to do.
*Good sleep is more beneficial that staying up late to study when I cannot retain anything.
*Stress can be a very good thing.
*Caring for people is more than just fulfilling their physical needs. It is about caring for the whole individual (holistic healthcare).
*I feel like a nerd when I speak medical jargon in front of people who have no idea what I am talking about.
*I have learned the importance of classmates: People who will colaborate with you, help and encourage you, and people who lighten the mood, making the day seem a little less chaotic.
*The importance of wearing gloves before a blood glucose stick. ;)
*Professor Haldeman is the best clinical instructor. Haha - extra points??? =) But seriously, she has been GREAT to learn under.

The list can go on and on but those were the first ones that came to mind. I have enjoyed my journey thus far. A lot of events have gone on outside of the classroom setting that have made it hard to "do" school. However, God has helped me through. He has held my hand, instructed my heart, and deepened my mind so that I can accomplish the things that I have this semester. I am so excited for the next couple of years. I wish that we all make it to the next semester.

Well, here I go...Happy Studying!