A few thoughts

It's amazing how some times you get similar calls in consecutive days. The last two shifts I have worked I have had two patients that that presented very similar to each other. Both were elderly ladys who were having severe trouble breathing. Both were very anxious and struggling with every breath. The first lady did not respond well to treatment and was intubated very soon after arrival at the emergency department (ED). Today's lady responded well and after arrival at the ED was soon feeling much better. Both patients  received the same care but responded differently. Even after many years in this field I am still amazed at how differently patients respond. I am also amazed at times that I have the opportunity to witness this and be part of it. I feel blessed during these contacts. I hope all of you feel the same way. Blessing until another day.