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    From headlines: Metal water bottle extrication

    just an idea Drew out an idea using 14fr suction cath, bp cuff bulb and tubing, a double male christmas tree tubing adapter and lots of lube. Fit the suction tubing with lube between tongue and bottle opening, attach bp cuff bulb and tubing to suction cath with double christmas tree tubing...
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    EMT Clinical ride alongs in a different county?

    where does your license actually come from? In michigan we are licensed by the state of michigan. As long as the school had a contract with an agency it wouldn't matter where we did clinicals or third rides. It isn't until after licensing or even until after hiring at an agency that you may...
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    Mental Health, feeling down?..

    Hey everyone, great stuff here on the forums. I've been in Fire and EMS for 8 years now, since i was a cadet for my local fire dept. I now work night side on a rig doing mostly ift in a large city with the occasional private caller or backup rescue. I absolutely love being in EMS, I wouldn't...
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    Orientation what to expect?

    I guess this would be "like community"?...
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    Orientation what to expect?

    Yep, thats what it was
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    Orientation what to expect?

    Can't pm yet... Im sure starting out will be meet and greet, paperwork, and houskeeping stuff. They will probably explain ojt/field training, scheduling, any certs still needed, DEMCA protocols. Who knows what else, but I wouldn't worry too much. I'm just going to show up with a big cup of...
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    Orientation what to expect?

    Well I ended up emailing Melissa. She sent a message back saying business casual was okay. Also, we will be allowed to leave for lunch or there is a breakroom you may use if you chose to pack lunch.
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    Orientation what to expect?

    I will be at the same orientation. I cannot believe a google search led me to this, #1 result and for the same exact thing. HA! Anyways, I will be calling down there today because I forgot to ask about dress for orientation and about food. Whether we will be breaking out or need to bring food?
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