An AF member does what no one else did

[abaris]

I've only administered first-aid and CPR a few times, but I've worked enough accidents that if I never see someone inside-out again, I'll be happier for it.

I've been thoroughly numbed down in the few years I actually worked iin that field. When I see an accident I stop. I don't feel any better or worse for doing it. It's a reflex. The first thing I do, which wasn't available in the early 90ies when still being on top of my game, is to call the services. There's only so much I can do and am comfortable in doing. But I take some comfort in knowing that the professionals will arrive in a few minutes.

Mine is a small country and we don't have that many unpopulated areas without emergency services. So ten minutes tops will get an ambulance where you need it.