Recent content by parapaulieFL

Well I'm not complaining about running calls and working hard, that's part of the biz and I'm used to it. My main concern is purely safety. A lot of the ambulance involved fatlities are caused by poor safety decisions either by field personnel or management. I put my patients and my patch before...

I'm so fed up with th private service I work for here in FL. But to make a long story short me and my partner have already been on the road for 11 hours straight. We have had four vent transports with a double ejection MVA in between. No breaks. Now, we are on our fifth vent, which was out of...

Yeah it depends on each state. It sucks as a health care provider to watch a patient slowly die and not be able to do anything about it. The majority of DNR patients I have taken are in a hospice type care program and expect the outcome. The main issue is most people know this is coming and do...

cool Thanks for the link. That is some very good info...

?? Ive been in the field 10 years and never had an issue and I've always tipped up the amps like they teach in school. Ive actually never heard of glass shards in the amps. If that was a real big issue I don't imagine they would stay on the market.

the basics I believe AMR in Tampa does 911 stuff in a co response fashion with Tampa City and Hillsborough County in addition to the regular private stuff. So you will get to see a little of both sides. On the private side you will make a lot of benign pt contacts, so getting practice with the...

Anyone originally certified in FL, who has taken NREMTP? I have been a medic for 8 years and been out of school since 2003. I know with NREMT, if you have been out of school for more than 2 years, a refresher course is required. I'm wondering how long the course needs to be, what NREMT accepts...

I took mine over 10 years ago at about 1200-1500. at a comm college. As far as FL goes, you have to pay for everything out of pocket, unless you have a department sponsoring you.

I think there should be more training on how to recognize the signs and symptoms of incident related stress and how it can affect the rescuer. The mind is such a complex thing and different people will react in different ways. The benefit of talking to a more experienced colleague is nice to get...

This line of work isn't for everyone and don't feel bad about realizing this early on. I have learned that I can only do something that makes me happy. Use this time to figure out what you want to do and go after it. While your still in EMS, try and give it your full attention. Complacency in...

Yeah, I have heard a few people with similar stories. Most states will let you get your cert but it will depend on who you try and apply with. I would suggest building a cover letter and resume that shines and also have a few personal character reference letters ready to show that you have...

same here Yeah i have all the apps already listed. I have found that the Informed ALS field guide is a must have for veterans and newbies. I also have the basic and 12 lead EKG apps as well. Speed anatomy is simple and basic but fun a app too.

depends It mainly depends on what your instructor is going to test you on. But for your own personal learning, the more you know about a drug the better. you can google paramedic drug flash cards and see some examples. I recommend writing your own because its helps you memorize. Also, read them...

ignore it Yeah, you just have to ignore it. We have a job to do and we MUST treat everyone the same no matter creed, color, religion, etc. That's why the only history we are concerned with is the medical one. You can open your self up for tons of lawsuits and scrutiny if you are caught being...

yeah Well you guys are right about spinal immob for just the flail segment...not gonna do much. But obviously consider MOI. Position of comfort wouldn't be acceptable for someone thrown through the windshield