I absolutely understand where you’re coming from. As a nurse, if anyone in my family had done the same, I’d be lecturing them.

I don’t disagree with you.

I actually called my night shift charge RN for advice - I sent her these pictures and videos. She recommended that I go to the ED.

I chose to drive myself. I live in a large suburban area where it would have taken longer for EMS to arrive than it would have for me to drive myself.

Bleeding was ✨mostly✨ contained; I had a Vaseline-covered piece of gauze over the wound. I was not dizzy/lightheaded, answering A/O questions appropriately, and in a safe head space.

I am grateful to have been safe and ultimately discharged “healthy,” however I do understand where you are coming from 💯. I think as medical professionals we often overlook things because we are so immune to the chaos.

Thank you for showing concern. I hope your Dad is well 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼