And sorry to say it. It's been a great experience, not just because it's Pediatrics but also because of my preceptor. A D.O. with many years of experience, he is intelligent, caring, thoughtful, and perhaps most importantly, lacks ego issues. He has been open to discussion, even to learning. I consider him a bit of a role model and colleague, as I too try and live the same way ... I don't ever want my ego to come in the way of my acquiring useful knowledge.
I've seen a lot of 'less serious' conditions ... many viral in origin. Still, I've also seen RSV bronchiolitis turn into serious bacterial pneumonia, as well as other more urgent conditions. The young girl with septic arthritis who we sent directly to be admitted. The woman who has been sleeping a lot, only to find that she's pregnant. So many details that can't be overlooked.
My time on this one has been both a challenge and an honor. Next up ... state mental institution for Psych. I've been warned to be on the watch for patients in the dementia unit who like to "cop a feel". Then again, maybe the convicts deemed criminally insane will be easier. I think I may miss family practice *gulp* ...
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