Sample Paramedic Experiences

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As a student at RFUMS, I will use my experiences as a paramedic to contribute to the university's diversity. My paramedic career has granted me the opportunity to interact and treat patients outside of the hospital, offering the rare perspective of viewing the environment from which our patients come from. This has opened my eyes to the barriers those in a lower socioeconomic status face. By applying and sharing my experiences, I can help others understand and empathize with patients. I will embrace and respect the experiences offered by other students, working together to provide exemplary and compassionate patient

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