장례 중 상복 입고 CPR 한 간호사…발인하고 돌아와서도 환자 돌봤다

A nurse who performed CPR on a man who collapsed during a family funeral has been recognized for her actions. The incident occurred on July 20th at a funeral in Yeosu, where nurse Choo Je-eun witnessed a man, Mr. G, suddenly collapse in the hallway of the funeral. Mr. G was suffering from a condition called vascular occlusion, which can lead to sudden death.

Despite the initial shock of the crowd, Nurse Choo immediately approached Mr. G and assessed his condition. Recognizing the need for CPR, she requested emergency assistance and began providing life-saving treatment in her funeral attire. Mr. G regained consciousness shortly after, and Nurse Choo continued to monitor his condition and provide comfort to him and his relatives. Once Mr. G was stable, Nurse Choo informed the emergency responders of the situation and the steps taken during the CPR.

Following the funeral, Nurse Choo visited the emergency room for her own medical evaluation. The witness expressed their admiration for Nurse Choo, stating that her calm demeanor and dedication to saving the patient's life were truly inspiring, especially in the midst of her own personal loss. The man's family also expressed their gratitude to Nurse Choo, noting that her actions made a significant difference in their grief and their ability to plan a reunion trip.

Nurse Choo herself reflected on the importance of being prepared to act in emergency situations, feeling grateful for the positive outcome and the assurance given by the family that the man would recover well.