Attachments…

After a good 4 weeks on a surgical ward, indeed, there where plenty of attachments to keep track of before moving a patient!! But after finishing this rotation, I have found myself becoming ‘attached’ to some of my patients. Not in as in tripping over drains or catching my pant leg on a drip stand (as I am so graceful) I have formulated a bond with some of my patients. It was hard to say goodbye to some as I spent a good 2+ weeks with them. Some I would see from day one to D/C, I couldn’t help but find it tough to say farewell. Even they were said to hear of my departure! Most touching were the older patient who had many life stories and those I felt the most need to help get back on their feet so they could return home. Maybe this is something you grow accustom to and are able to ‘move on’ from but for now, I don’t mind making the extra effort to send them a letter or check in on how they are going. Not sure how long it may last as crunch time is here and there are big changes & life decisions to face. I must say it has also been a GREAT couple years getting know most of you, and hope time doesn’t make the distance between us too far! Best of luck to you ALL in the PCR and those soon to be employed! Don’t forget to write :)