Over the course of these two weeks I feel I have learned more about how to save lives. First, when we started discussing CPR, I didn’t feel comfortable performing CPR because I felt like I wouldn’t be able to help much. But I learned that when people have a heart attack they are already dead. So I should always try to help even if it doesn’t save their life because my attempt will only have either a positive or neutral effect. This has helped me to become more confident in my abilities. Then, when the nurse came in, I learned just how powerful alcohol is and that it is important to never drink above your limit. Finally, I learned more about Naloxone. For example, I learned that you can obtain a kit for free and that it will have a neutral affect on someone who isn’t overdosing. I think this is really important since someone could accidentally misdiagnose someone. Overall, I think that this health week has been really useful and I think I am better prepared to help someone. I think it is important to inform students to be aware of their ability to help because then more people may potentially get saved.

Critical and Reflective Thinking Competency Reflection

I can analyze evidence to make judgements by remembering the two acronyms we learned this week. I can remember SAVE ME and my ABC’s to discern if someone needs CPR or Naloxone. Also, I learned the difference between someone overdosing on alcohol and drugs. By learning this information, I will be able to successfully help others and administer the proper help.