dahlio

Since we revived an old thread, I might as well add to it. Anyone try the Big Shears scope at all? It seems like a decent price, and am going to pick on up very soon. Maybe Santa Claus will be nice to me this year...

I know the NYPD used segways a bit, do they still use them? I could see the use of a Segway maybe on beach boardwalks and the such, wonder why we havn't seen that (for EMS purposes). They are expensive little things from what I've heard, but I wonder if it could carry adequate amount of equipment for use in EMS.

Ah, had a feeling that you were joking. I know you're not one to post without reading. Sorry I jumped down your throat so quick.

That's not what the discussion is. Read the original post, and click the link I put, as KKK wasn't the only search criteria.

Hey kyle308, you can start by looking up the federal standards (the ones with KKK before them). A quick google search can reveal it real easy. The first document on there is a PDF file. If you can't find it, or if you want, I can send it to you, just shoot me a PM. That should help you get off on the right foot.

What happens when you need to go to the hospital? Is there a rack on the ambulance? It would be hard for someone else to drive it back, especially if the can't ride a motorcycle.

Except this is all in fun...or is it....

I'm down for a good ol` tar and feathering

I see the flaw in my argument, and how do I say this, You're Right. If you look at my previous post (Soccer Stand-by), thats where I think a provider is not EMS. So it really does depend on the situation. I guess I was kind of short sided when answering the question.

Was pondering a bit after I posted my last reply. I once stood by at a soccer tournament (Actually, I sat for quite a bit of it). We had so many RMA forms from that, it was unbelievable. We were more of a first aid stand, then anything else. We would get the, "We need a band-aid" or "I got stung by a bee". In most cases these situations would not warrant Emergency Services, and would not have normally called. But the fact that they come walking over to us, it makes it seem like we need to be there. Hopefully that makes sense. Stay safe.

That's how I've viewed EMS from the beginning. I feel it's an extension of the hospital, which includes getting a patient to the hospital. At least around my area, many times we treat more on the way, then on scene. That meaning, we do things on the go, until we can get them the definitive care. It's been drilled in my mind, and I'm not completely sure why, in all honesty.

It's all by your personal definition. Mine is different then others, obviously.

When buying something new, yes, it probably is the second most important feature. Sorry I didn't clarify before.

No, you are providing Emergency Care. What about the cut across the finger? Someone applying a band aid, are they considered EMS? To me, the definition of EMS is supportive care until definitive care. Trust me, I'm not trying to say one provider is better than the other. An EMT is an EMT despite what environment they are in. EMT's in the hospital aren't providing EMS, but they are EMT's. It's just my opinion that I don't consider a stand by EMS.

What we should hope for every cardiac arrest, awesome.

Definitely Quality. You don't want your stuff breaking on you when you need it. All the other things are nice, but if you have a quality product, it should last you longer then if you were to pick the cheap one. As spenac said, it's nice to have the option to return it, but quality is the most important.

HQ: A-XX stand by with the fire department for a possible structure fire. US: A-XX Recieve HQ: A-XX you're canceled per fire command US: 10-4, what do you want us to do with the hot dogs we bought? HQ: Find some buns. Avaliable for another call?

Special Event Coverage is not EMS, unless you transport. EMS is a stage in between recognition of something wrong, and definitive care. If you're not transferring care to a hospital or other place of definitive care, and only transferring care to a person trained to your level or higher, then you are not fulfilling the purpose of EMS. You might ask, well, what's the difference between that and a first responder? A first responder can go to the hospital if needed. Those working at the special event do not have the ability to go with the transporting unit, as they would no longer be providing special event coverage.

Usually for hospice, the hospice nurse is supposed to dispose of them in front of you, and you're supposed to sign claiming you saw her do so. They don't just leave the meds for you to dispose of, and I don't think the hospice nurse will want to take a trip with you to the pharmacy, so it really leaves no other choice but down the sink.

Look up a CEVO (Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator) II Ambulance class. I'm sure it's a nationwide class. Theres also a class called EVOC. Don't remember what it stands for, but it's pretty much the same thing as CEVO, from what I heard. Edit: I also took a look online to help find you something, but nothing really turned up. Ask your department head, and I'm sure they will be able to hook you up with a class.

I hope so. I'm assuming you have one of course, what chassis do you have a PL on? We recently ordered one on a GMC, since the Fords haven't been reliable, and the Frieghtliner is too big.

Unfortunately it's not up to me. I also was looking at my post from april, and realized I put F450, when I meant E450. Sorry bout that.

Awesome, good, you're getting experience. And stupid A$$ comments like that make you look immature, and not able to handle riding on an ambulance. [hr:e620632d30] No reason why students should be missing time out of school to be gaining this experience. Do emergency's only happen during school hours? I can't seem to find the quote of the kid who said something like: 16 year olds can be adults, as long as they are mature. Guess what, you are a kid until you start calling other people kids. My brother, who is 26 is still called a kid from time to time. Being a kid has little to do with age. Until someone comes to their senses, and realizes this is the real world, is when you are no longer kid. I am a kid, and I'll leave it at that.

Yeah, we're having a few electrical problems with the Horton. It's a nice setup, just wish it wouldn't interfere with a bunch of things. We just ordered a new ambulance, and decided to give PL Custom a try. We're also letting them service our current Hortons as well.

Never thought of that. The same cop always seems to be good on medical calls. That must be it.