While not only having a setting to improve teamwork between nurse practitioners and our surgical resident colleagues, the exposure of cadavers gave me a better understanding of gross anatomy. Now when I'm placing a central line or arterial line, or positioning an ultrasound probe, I can better appreciate the structures of the human body. One aspect of advanced procedural skills I did not expect this semester is my own fear in completing the task. Throughout my education and training, I have always been eager to be able to place central lines. But once the responsibility fell squarely on my shoulders, I began to doubt myself and be fearful of the skill. At one point, I starting back away from opportunities to insert lines in the surgical intensive care unit. Fortunately, I work with excellent providers, both nurse practitioners and surgical fellows, who supported me while I regained my
While not only having a setting to improve teamwork between nurse practitioners and our surgical resident colleagues, the exposure of cadavers gave me a better understanding of gross anatomy. Now when I'm placing a central line or arterial line, or positioning an ultrasound probe, I can better appreciate the structures of the human body. One aspect of advanced procedural skills I did not expect this semester is my own fear in completing the task. Throughout my education and training, I have always been eager to be able to place central lines. But once the responsibility fell squarely on my shoulders, I began to doubt myself and be fearful of the skill. At one point, I starting back away from opportunities to insert lines in the surgical intensive care unit. Fortunately, I work with excellent providers, both nurse practitioners and surgical fellows, who supported me while I regained my