Explain why you would like to study medicine as opposed to nursing?

Why medicine? - Answer with examples like i want to apply more scientific principles to my work, I would like a greater understanding of the physiology and disease processes, diagnosis focused, use specific examples of doctor interactions or work experience you have had

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