Today we went to the clinic in Alto Caballero and were able to help with so much. Two of us worked in the E.R. where we inserted IVs, gave IV pushes, IMs, and PO medications. The room next to the E.R. was the women’s health room where they performed pap smears. In another room they were giving antibiotics to children and in another room the doctor was consulting with pregnant women. Today’s experience was incredible. Working in an environment where you reused alcohol wipes, gloves, etc. and didn’t follow all the specific health regulations we have in the U.S. was difficult at times but at the same time it was amazing to see how other cultures work and function. The patients we treated were not well off and it was very difficult at times to help them and their children, knowing that this may be the only healthcare they get this year. Today’s experience was great and will stay with me for the rest of my life.
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