Recent content by AngryGeek

We use the Type IIIs. I have never been in a Type II, but I don't imagine I would like them. Our unit seems pretty small sometimes and it's 6 feet from floor to ceiling and 14 feet long. We could never fit all of our stuff into a Type II since we carry extrication equipment. All of the...

Since I am part of a volunteer department, I was able to start going on runs as soon as I joined. I had been on about 45 runs before I entered the first available basic class. I was able to continue running all during class too. Joining department to becoming NREMT-B: 9 Months Becoming...

Early defib really is important. AEDs are great things and should be everywhere. Further, I don't think a vehicle should be able to be called an ambulance without an AED (or better). That includes BLS trucks that do nothing but transports. Any patient could potentially arrest into VF or VT...

I'm a big proponent of the National Registry. My recommendation is definately keep up your registry. It's already widely accepted and of the states that don't use it, many are negoiting with the Registry to start. Traditionally, the Registry test is harder than state tests too--you earned it...

I don't think the CombiTube, PTL, or LMA should be used at any certification level before traditional intubation has been attempted twice. Intubation protects the airway better and is useful for medication administration in an emergency by ALS or even in a hospital. In addition, since...