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    Zofran (ondansetron)

    We've been using Zofran for about a year and I love it!! Good for the drunks, doesn't sedate like Phenergan. Use it IV slow push for best results as far as I've seen.
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    Agriculture Trauma

    Up to date statistics would be great! I have my stuff on extrication and stabilization. Also some more info on PTO injuries.
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    Agriculture Trauma

    Preparing to teach a class on Agricutural Trauma. Any ideas where I can find some more info? I am teaching based on the FarMedic program.
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    What would you do?...

    This pt absolutely needed to be restrained. In addition to his striking you, the whole flailing around the ambulance would fall into the potential to harm himself....IMO.
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    What made you want to be a Medical First Responder or EMT?

    I never once thought I would be a medic. I was in my freshman year at college for a degree in criminal justice. I was in an accident involving my car and an 18-wheeler. Needless to say I lost. Several breaks in my chest wall and pelvis made it somewhat difficult to make it around campus, so...
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    where is everyone from

    Red Oak Tx 15 miles south of Dallas
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    Paramedic Killed In Accident

    just a quick correction... Joe had 3 kids. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers
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    Paramedic Killed In Accident

    Waco Tx Supervisor Joe Alvares was killed Tuesday night in a two vehicle MVC. He leaves behind a wife and 2 children. Keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
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    Your First Call

    MVC 2nd day of emt-b cert. My best friends little brother and girlfriend. Fatalities. Had to go with PD for notification. Probably the worst call in 12 years.
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    What boots do you use?

    converse zip boots. most confortable boots i've ever had...even better than magnums(imo) found in galls
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    Bad MVC - Lost First Patient

    I agree with everyone above. Loosing a pt never gets any easier. Don't be afraid to think back on a call in a way that can help you learn but don't be too critical of your actions. Feeling like everything went wrong is a normal thing to feel, especially when you feel like your working a mile a...
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    Hey ya'll

    Just wanted to say hello. I'm new to this site. Looking forward to talking with all of you.
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    Time to Brag - Certifications

    TX EMT-P NREMT-P ACLS BTLS PEPP PALS SWIFT WATER VERTICAL RESCUE CONFINED SPACE going to Tactical EMS class in sep.
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    What do you all carry with you (on your person)?

    Radio, cell phone, pager, 2 pairs gloves, led pen light, pda
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