Reflection questions#12, about medical assistance protocol
We have had students, over the years, who have needed medical attention. It seems that everyone on campus knows to call 911 for help; we also have a great medical dept.,usually with one or more nurse being on campus at one time. I, myself, have had to help and "coordinate" people into action, when a student needed it. The former head of our Medical dept. taught me so much about being calm, and taking control; watching her, during a couple of times helping a student, especially during a student's seizure, is what taught me that I could be of help. When someone at my school says, "I need some help," people come out of their areas for assistance. In other words, students will be taken care of, and I think they know it.
Is sounds as though you operate within a very caring and considerate environment, Pamela. That's terrific. It should give the students at your institution some comfort to know that there are people around who CAN watch out for them if needed.
Dr. Jane Jarrow
