The Pentagon:
1. Positive Statement: What positive thing happen as a result of what you have completed so far?
I have gained more knowledge on anesthesiology and why it's important as a crucial component for a successful surgery. I have also gotten to know a surgeon through my assignment to interview a professional. Although he isn't an anesthesiologist, he gave me another perspective on its importance and how it aided him during surgery. Also, through research I have learned a whole lot about anesthesiology and it's many distinctions in the medical world.
2. EQ Content: Pick a piece of research or your interview. How has it helped you improve your understanding of your topic?
I read an article about the possibility of anesthesiology causing children's academic deficiency due to exposure during infancy and this really made me realize that anesthesiology even has its own possible complications and is actually a very complex topic. Basically that there's more to anesthesiology than putting people to sleep so they don't feel anything during surgery. I thought that was really interesting. Even looking for research proved anesthesiology to be a very intricate medical advancement. It's astounding how much information there is to read up on/ learn about anesthesiology.
3. What has worked for you so far in your senior project?
Looking for material for research check has been really good. There is so much information on anesthesiology. From guidelines for effective practice of anesthesiology for obstetrics or chronic pain management to what makes for a good leader in anesthesiology. The topic is stretched so far and wide that there probably isn't anything about that you can't search up on google. However, anesthesiology is also a really complex study so it takes a little while for me to understand the terminology and stuff.
4. What hasn't worked so far?
Looking for mentorship/job shadowing/interviews is kind of difficult. I definitely have to get out of my comfort zone to call people up and ask them for their time. Also, I'm always afraid of being rejected, but it's better to have tried than to not do anything. I think when I actually get a mentorship or volunteer opportunity having to drive out to the place will be a little complicated because as of now, I'm relying heavily on my parents for rides but they have work so we always have to schedule last minute according to their work schedules. However, I shall be getting my license soon so hopefully things will work out a lot better. That is, if I pass my test. Which I'm definitely hoping and praying that I do.
5. Finding Value: Based on your experience so far,
- What possible question or questions come to mind regarding what you would like to study this year?
I guess I'd just like to learn about whatever valuable topics I could utilize and apply in the future. Also, definitely more on anesthesiology:
- What are the most important risks when administering anesthetics and what are the
best ways to prevent it ?
- What are other kinds of anesthetics and ways to administer them?
- What are the most important risks when administering anesthetics and what are the
best ways to prevent it ?
- What are other kinds of anesthetics and ways to administer them?
- What is your end goal this year with your senior project?
To make life-long connections with the people that I meet through Senior project and mentorship. To graduate high school and be accepted into a good college.
- Who would you like to talk to you next? Why?
I'd like to interview a practicing anesthesiologist because I know that there is a lot I can learn from them and I'd find it fascinating.
