Recent content by Gymratt

Most of the hospital transfers we encounter is due to specialty procedures not performed at sending facility or by patient request. Some of these requests are to be transferred to what would be considered a downgrade in care. They prefer their own doc oversee their care. We have around 12...

I think my point has totally been missed when I used that cliche. I also already attempted to clarify its not one that I agree with when used in the tongue in cheek manner of what it sounds like. I was aiming that cliche more toward the OP's partner. In other words put me down if you like but...

I only wish that we could swap with someone of lower rank. If the patient is going to any facility on a hospital campus such as a doctors appointment, cancer tx etc then the highest level must always ride. Only units with a medic on board can transport to the ED unless a basic unit is doing a...

We got away from spinal packaging every single patient several years ago. Statewide protocols set the guidelines to which we use to determine if they need packaging or not.

Our company also uses the Mercedes Sprinter.

I don't carry one at all now and very few people here does anymore. Everyone just uses their cell phone LOL.

Big thanks to both replies you guys nailed it on the head. Been wracking my brain trying to remember. Now to order a copy from amazon. They have new copies for just under 4 bucks if anyone is interested. Once again thanks your reply is appreciated!!!!!

I read a book a number of years ago that I can no longer remember the name of. I had loaned it out and it was never returned and the person has moved. It was about a guy that worked in Boston I think but not for sure. He had worked with the governor and held a job with the state possibly...

I agree with the above posters and honestly I always encourage all of my patients at this point in my career to allow transport and if I'm dealing with someone that might be high risk such as age or history then I will even call med control and allow the med control doc to speak directly to the...

The location of one particular local nursing home is not the most accessible unless you use the parking lot of a local restaurant that connects to two roads. Most of the time it was only used during emergencies and heavy traffic as it could literally save 4-5 minutes of transport time...

Medic Tim,, as far as my cliche no I don't believe as you might believe. Let me explain a bit,, having a competent basic partner that you trust and knows what you need without asking is so valuable. I have had basic partners save my rear in more ways than one. But yes it certainly is a team...

I totally agree with the poster above that body composition and mechanics will make a big difference. Your muscle to fat ratio is important and you can get tested at many gyms or health clubs or at some doctors offices. You can even purchase calipers that measure fat percentage though they are...

Calorie consumption is dictated by many factors and not all calories are created equal. Calculating your current number of calories is a good place to start as sudden and drastic calorie reduction can be unhealthy and actually prevent weight loss as your body goes into starvation mode. If you...

For one to lose weight you must create a calorie deficiency either by eating less or by increasing your caloric need through exercise. But there are many factors that determine the rate at which this will happen. One is whether you are a endomorph, ectomorph, or mesomorph. You would also need to...

Several options here imo starting with giving it back to him worse than he gives to you. Embarrass him each and every time he does something like that. However since he is your partner this could cause issues to continue and possibly escalate down the road. Another option is to take it to...