Personal Narrative: My Interest In The Trauma Field

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One of my best friends died in a car crash and never reached his twenty-third birthday; his vital signs were diminished by any attempts at resuscitation. Despite only being 13 at the time, I will never forget the devastating impact of his tragic death. Therefore, my interest in the trauma field began with the death of my friend. The trauma field is important to me because I would have the opportunity to serve people, to save lives, and to alleviate the suffering of others.
First, serving patients is one of the most gratifying actions anyone can do. Further, the greatest rewards in life are to experience the chance to serve victims in their time of need. Not only would I be given the opportunity to serve others in a trauma unit, but I would

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