1. Because it was Shabbat, I did not take GU’s blood pressure since it was an electronic reader. I had my questions about the results, however. In the future, in a situation where my assessment tells me there is a possibility of danger/harm, I would use electronics as needed in order to get a better reading/assessment. This is an area I still need to learn more about, but the basic premise is that saving a life supersedes all Shabbat restrictions.

2. I was amazed how quickly the ALF nurse and nurse’s aide responded to my assessment and report. I can only assume that it was due to my assertiveness in relating the data, but it still surprised me in hindsight. Even when I told them I was an RN student, they continued to rely on my information. That made me a little uncomfortable, as I expected the actual nurse on duty to take charge, but given that she didn’t, I was confident enough to make the decision I made.