Emergency Room Memo

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INT. EMERGENCY MEDICAL AREA - DAYA DOCTOR (Female), CNA (Male), PARAMEDIC (Male), two RN’s (Both female), a UNIT SECRETARY (Male), and a CHARGE NURSE (Female) walk into the Emergency Medical Area.DOCTORHello, and welcome to our emergency medical facility. I’m a doctor, and today, with my staff whom I will introduce, you will learn all about the in hospital mock stroke procedure. This is a practice event so that each and every detail can be fully explained in a timely and understandable manner. Now, each member of our staff is going to introduce themselves.The CNA walks forward.CNAHello – I am a certified nursing assistant. I provide basic care, and assist with daily activities, including bathing. Is my job to offer a level of compassionate

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