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Words of wisdom.

Words of wisdom.

Some very educational replies. So from what I understand from the conventional wisdom of the post is to visualize the airway, if you see the obstruction try to remove it, if not then leave it be (with no deterioration) unless partial becomes a complete airway obstruction (deterioration), in...

I started in TKD:ph34r: when I was around 5. After about 10 years I wanted more than kicking and punching so I got into Hapkido:ph34r:, also a Korean martial art. I highly recommend Hapkido for EMS practitioners as it deals with control and manipulation of your opponents strength and size...

If you can survive the probation period you are golden. Not sure what that is as an incoming paramedic. Most of the medics I worked with were from Hawaii or at least did there training there so I'm not really sure. I know its pretty tough for new EMT-Bs though. It will help you if you...

Also the pre-reqs are: A&P Med Term

Sorry, I should have clarified. You can sit for the I/85 test. Most don't as it's not recognized in Hawaii. In fact I was the only one in the class to get my I/85 since I wasn't sure where I would end up.

Hello all. I have seen a few posts requesting information on EMS and training in Hawaii and I remember also searching for info back in the day so I figured I would try to put some info out there for inquiring minds. If you have any other questions feel free to ask. I just moved back to...

Thanks. That's what I hear. Nice to hear it from others though.

So.. long time listener first time caller. I start classes at Creighton University next month for my BS in EMS since they are accepting 61 transfer credits from my previous college and EMS training in Hawaii (20 credit EMT progam). The actual medic portion starts in August and goes 3...