Recent content by fyrfyter

I work for a Fire based EMS agency that runs ALS intercepts. We run with 1 medic and a Tahoe with our equipment to the scene to assist other BLS ambulances. We then asses the patient deem it ALS or BLS. If ALS typically another EMT is in the patient compartment and a driver. Another provider...

We are a local municipality that supplies both fire and EMS to the residents. We know how important it is to have good customer service to go along with our patient care. Something we would like to do is take it a step further. We have thought about surveys the patient would be able to mail...

I am wondering what some things you may do in your classes as an instructor to increase class participation. Such as games that you may play, or group participation things you may due. Such as taking 2 coffee straws inserting them in to you mouth, holding your nose and doing a few sit-ups while...

Mostly BLS Some ALS

I am going be doing some CE Practicals. We will be doing Pediatrics and Geriatrics. I was looking for some ideas and or possible scenario's. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!!

Hva HVA is a very large private ambulance service in south eastern Michigan. I do not personally work for them but I know several people who do. From what I have heard they do interviews and some sort of physcial agility test as well. They are a very professional service. I am a full time...

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I am assist our training officer in our monthly trainings. I am trying to come up with some "new" or "different" ideas this year to change things up. What does your agnecy do for EMS training? Thank you!

We only have albuterol as an option. I did have the fluids going. I do understand the risk of the increased HR but I felt that I should try to fix her breathing problem. One thing I forgot to mention was that she had not had her breathing treatment for a day and she usually has a treatment 4x a...

I have a 77y/o Female. We were called for weakness, difficulty breathing, abd pain. She has been feeling weak and has had the abd pain for approx. 1 week. She does not remember when her last bowel movement was and has been vomiting for the past couple of days. She also has COPD. Her lung sounds...