Alright Coyote, if/when the engine takes a nap, I'll revert to my awesome training (which will re-commence in 9 days hopefully) and stick to the green, but if I have a bit extra revs I'll pull a bit of collective and avoid the overspeed, but I won't freak that they're a bit high. How's that? Is that the appropriate attitude for the new guy? (serious question, not sarcasm)
Rabidcat, I am not trying to tell you what you should or shouldn't do, nor what attitude you should or shouldn't have. I am merely stating my opinion.
However, should you have a genuine emergency, and you revert to your training and keep the aircraft within its limits during that time, I would think this is an appropriate course of action to take, and one that is likely to lead to a successful outcome.