Staying in the Comfort Zone There was a time, about four years into my career as an anesthesia nurse, when everything felt perfectly in order. I would start my day by quickly reviewing the anesthesia type for the first surgery on my chart. Like a robot programmed with a fixed route, I headed straight to the supply room, efficiently filling my basket with all the necessary equipment. Setting up the anesthesia station took me less than five minutes. As the surgery time approached, I would receive a handover in the recovery room, confirm the patient’s details, and escort them into the operating room. Once the anesthesia was administered without any issues, I carefully positioned the patient for optimal comfort during the procedure. All required medications were neatly arranged on the cart, and I was always alert—my mind and hands as ready as a foot poised to hit the brake on a downhill slope. In moments like these, I couldn’t help but think, "I really know what I'm doing." B...
Former nurse officer turned Korean–English interpreter, a curious spirit always chasing diverse experiences