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What is the best and worst part about being a life flight nurse/dr?

I am a sophomore in high school who would love to work in the medical field. I absolutely love helping people and I want my job to be adrenaline rushing and different. I want something that's not just a little illness and cough but something where I can really help someone. I know It definitely isn't an easy job but is it worth it? Do the pros out weigh the cons?

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Life flight is even more demanding than a regular RN. These are people who may not make it. Anytime you get even a little close to someone you're trying to take care of, it takes a little toll on you. It's worse when they don't come out. You have to ask yourself, "Can I deal with the loss and go on to the next one?" It's a double-edged sword. The ones that do, make you feel so great. The ones that don't ...

As a young pup, how have you dealt with the loss of pets? People, even ones you don't know well are different. I've never dealt well with the loss of any life, so I wasn't a good choice for something you're considering (and I was just a phlebotomist in college). If you continue, and focus on what you can do, you'll make a difference that will resound with all emergency services. The stuff of movies and TV where they show the insanely caring First Responder.
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