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Actually, if they require it, they should provide proper training to fully utilize it, which includes knowing how to determine S3, S4, gallops, rubs, murmurs, etc. After all, what good is buying top of the line if you can't use it to its full potential?

This highlights an issue with prehospital intubation. The physical skill is easy to teach and to learn. WHEN to tube someone, how to look at the whole patient condition, then the whole scene, then the transport, then the ER visit, then the ICU admission, all in the blink of an eye, and translate this into a decision, instantaneously... THAT is the skill that takes so long to master. 'zilla

Agreed, doc. I would also add that "when" question should be applied in many situations. Just because you CAN do something does not mean it's what may be best for the patient, given a particular set of circumstances. Paradoxically, doing "everything you can" for the patient sometimes means doing less. Judgment is not something that can be taught- it's the result of experience and training, and I happen to think it's one of the most important skills I have.

LMAO Personally, I thought it was hysterical(I'm still giggling as I type this) but then again, I was also never accused of being PC. I see nothing inappropriate about this- the forum is marked with a warning that adult content may appear in it, so I see no problem with this. The only thing I would add is maybe a NSFW description on the title, but they are BREASTS for gawd sakes, not some porno clip. Lighten up, people. We all need a good laugh every and then.

I thought it was pretty funny !

Not Funny! and sorry guys :/ should I delete?

EVAC Ambulance Volusia County Florida (1 county south of me). The reason they require it is that FL EMS does ALOT of MVAs (due to dumb people who can't drive) and thus it is required because it helps block out noise....I have the cardio 3 and I know this for a fact.