Recent content by taylor24

I'm unable to edit my original post now, so here's some clarification. Yes, I'm asking what should be done in this scenario. My training is basic trauma first aid - so in a situation like this I would stop the bleeding, immobilize spinal injury patient somehow, keep concussion patient awake and...

I have a scenario for you! Skills practice for all of you, and answers and knowledge for me! :-) I’m a writer, and part of my current plot involves a car crash. I’m a member of CERT response teams and have had some first aid training. I’ve also been a civilian role player for all...

Out of the mouths of babes... I love the brutal honesty of kids! CERT medical operations practical yesterday. 5 or 6 y/o girl comes walking up to me. Points to large moulage gash on her forehead. "I have an owie on my head. It hurts!" Me: "How does it feel? Is it a big hurt or a little...

I'm a former preemie (born at 24 weeks gestation) and had my share of health issues when I was younger. I'm also the daughter of a former police officer. For the past 5 years, I've been a volunteer civilian role player for our local police and medical personnel. Needless to say, I've done...

I remember Rescue 911! I was also young when it was on, maybe 5 or so? I loved that show!! Suffice to say that I've had a lot of medical experiences! Both real and simulated.... I was born 4 months premature (24 weeks gestation, 1lb 12oz at birth), and I have Hydrocephalus and very mild...

Newbie here! Hello, all! Newbie here! My name is Taylor; I'm female, 21 years old, and getting ready to start my senior year in college. Suffice to say that I've had a lot of medical experiences! I was born 4 months premature (24 weeks gestation, 1lb 12oz at birth), and I have Hydrocephalus...

Thank you for your service, firstshirt! Best of luck with your new career.