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    24 hr shifts

    We work a 24/72. It seems to agree with most.
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    What is the greatest training disservice?

    While an instructor has guidelines and objectives to meet, I feel all instructors should teach their students to Think! Give them sccenarios that make them think! It is not an attempt to confuse them, just an effort to prepare them as closely as possible for the real world. trust me, the...
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    Treatment for Opiate Overdose

    One of my former partners was one pf those "Cowboys". I got slammed around the back of the truck til we were able to restrain him. Our protocols state 0.4 - 2.0 mg titrate to effect. Keep 'em breathing, but don't wake 'em up!
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    Happy Holidays from EMTLife

    Happy Christmas and a Merry New Year to all!
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    What do I do now?

    Check into local volunteer departments. While you won't get your hands dirty right away, you will begin to get an idea of how to assess situations, and how to safely approach scenes.
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    Practical Tommorow

    Best of luck! Take a deep breath and just do it.:)
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    Scope of Practice for Each State - Discussion

    Here is the link for North Carolina: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/EMS/credcomp.htm
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    Self protection question

    I too must agree with Bossy on this. Also, our sate prohibits "weapons" on ambulances unless you are an LEO, AND on duty as such. Besides, there are many items on board that an be used. I work in a rural county, but that doesn't mean we don't see our share of violence. I have been...
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    When and where to change Forum Probie

    I am glad to see this list, it explains why I am still listed as a probie!:)
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    Question

    Is anyone else having problems signing into Live Chat? I have tried for several days and keep getting asked for userid and password, then it is not accepted. Maybe it is operator error, I don't know.:sad:
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    Chat problems

    No problems!
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    Work Experience as Intermediate Before Paramedic?

    There is a saying that goes "Paramedics save lives, EMTs save Paramedics, and Instructors will take all the credit". Remember, none of the ALS skills will work if you don't remember the basics first and foremost! Without the field experience to hone your basic skills, and your confidence...
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    Has anyone done stand-by at a concert?

    Did a stand by for a Rolling Stones Concert. Lots of ETOH, minor lacerations, sprained ankle and a chest pain. Don't worry, enjoy the show!:rolleyes:
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    EMTs with long hair

    Our service does not have a policy regarding hair length, but you must be neat. As for facial hair, you must be able to be fit tested for the respirators. Several of our guys have mustaches and goatees, but they are kept neatly trimmed.
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    Introduction

    Welcome Goose. I am a medic and instructor from NC. Glad to have you!B)
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