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Probably the best advice In my neck of the woods, it does not matter what level you are, if you’re a higher license than that of the service, e.g. Paramedic/AEMT working for a Basic level service, you can still sport the Paramedic\AEMT patch. You can only function to the highest level that...

I was actually pretty lucky that I didn’t start dating my wife until after I was in the field so she knew what she was getting into. Even knowing what to expect, it took her several years to except my work schedule, or at least make her peace with it. Depending on the service you choose, the...

Sad to say Tim is correct. We still frequently transport codes, regardless of their viability.

If the junior medic feels uncomfortable for whatever reason, the senior medic should step up and take the call, Period! During the call is, IMO, not the place to have the discussion on whether or not the BLS crew member should take the call. Take care of business; get your patient to the...

Ditto It's our SOP to apply the Lucas2 within the first 5 minutes of arriving on scene (if it fits the patient). I've had experience with the Auto Pulse and was not impressed with it AT ALL! It never seemed to function properly on the 5-6 times I deployed it, something to do with the sensor I...

I've only heard of 2 and they were both in Texas. Both had some serious fines, and 1 had some serious jail time and they went after the M.D. But that was for a signifiant amount, something like 100+ doses. I’ve had the unfortunate experience of working for a service where Narcs were stolen...

Yep, and when you kiddos start driving you can kiss all those deductions goodbye!!!

Thats the way it works here in the Okie state. There is no requirement to even stop if you choose not to..

It never ceases to amaze me how we in EMS seem to eat our young! I’m referring to substance abuse in general. I personally know of 7 different incidents involving both physicians and nurses working in direct patient care areas that have been busted either inebriated on the job, popped a hot...

Absolutely agree. I actually took over the QA/QI position a few years ago and have worked hard to remove that stigma from the position. QA/QI should be a learning mechanism first and foremost! As far as change, an increase in educational requirements for sure.

Had to laugh at that:) If you heart is set, I wish you all the luck in the world, truly.

CDecilio, I don’t want to rain on your parade but if that’s how this company handles its induction, I shudder to think how they handle daily operations. Unless it's some extremely extenuating circumstances, I’d bounce. The grass isn’t always greener brother, I’d keep my prospects...

This you?? Had trouble with the buffering and was choppy so couldn't see everything. http://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/Police-Man-Took-Ambulance-Out-for-a-Drive-142572415.html

Exactly!! Why would you even publish a study like this? Super market tabloid garbage!! Completely subjective. Where can one obtain a “Feeling Thermometer” anyway? I might need one for my jump bag!!

Usually keep a pair for a couple of years, or a couple of under wires any way

Excellent advise. I know exactly what you mean, but I have an awesome 2 y/o that can eat his weight in groceries so I can't complain. Congrats!! I’ve seen people turn around and make a good life for themselves after things like this. Get your record cleared up and you should be ok...

I’ve honestly never put much thought into it other than to having a unique color so they don’t walk off. I prefer the stainless bandage shears, they seem to keep their edge better over time. "Use SEARCH. Earlier threads cite frequent loss and pilferage" You would be surprised how...

Ditto. Making mistakes gets a bad rap sometimes. Take your licks, learn from them and move forward. I wouldn’t want anyone working on me that can’t admit they’ve never made a mistake. Better to have and not need, then to need and not have. Within reason of course

Some of the most interesting cases I've had were IFT's Take the time if you have it and dig into their chart and take notes. Then go back and research their patho. Take it for what it is, a good learning opportunity. You have the right mind set goin.

If the spine on your book still crackles or the pages aren't falling out when you turn the page....Read it again.....:)