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We do have a place, but it should only be under direct supervision. Let's face it, we (EMTs) do not know ANYTHING when it comes to the field of medicine. The education and training is a joke. It is nothing more than advanced first aid. So we do have a place, but only as first responders OR as part of an ALS unit in a supporting role.

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You weren't taught to tape the OPA/NPA down? What are they teaching you there?! I kidd. Must just be a different phrase than what you're used to. By "secure the airway," I mean (basically) make sure that it is clear and that air will get in. Does that clarify it? Exactly what I mean

OP I'm still kind of curious about this. Did you secure the airway before ventilating?

Is that the Kitty Genovese case you are talking about Vent?

Not a seasoned EMT, but did you try to insert some sort of adjunct, such as an OPA or NPA? Because if your patient was unconscious, he needed to have his airway protected.

Simple answer: no. Unless they are with somebody with more training (read: paramedic).

Nice to see you again piranah!

Take a look at Boston EMS. I have heard some GREAT things about them (it's my ultimate goal), and they are all 911. However, they have some rules that may not appeal to you (you have to work as a basic for a certain amount of time, regardless of how much training you have), and their starting pay is not what you're looking for as far as I know. Go to their website and look around.

I don't know about you, but I would LOVE to have my hands get covered in blood for the rest of the call. Just saying

Alright you pervs A "sticky test" is basically a quick test to detect the presence of any leaking bodily fluids. It consists of putting the hands on all visible parts of the body (the parts on the ground) and checking for the presence of blood or any other, sticky bodily substances. It has another name, but I have always referred to it as a sticky test. Now get your minds out of the gutter! Eric

I have a quick question, Is there any harm in putting a person with suspected spine injury onto a backboard before applying a cervical collar? This is for a trauma assessment, so the steps would go something like this (this only includes relevant parts): 1) sticky test 2) roll patient onto side 3) do rapid assessment of neck, back (during the sticky test, so you can get it done and out of the way) 4) place patient on backboard when rolling to supine position(not secured) 5) apply cervical collar 6) secure patient to backboard We have not gone over backboarding yet, but I would like to know. Thanks! Eric

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Thanks for the input. I also have a lot of work experience including: Karate instructor Baseball umpire Volunteer with the elderly Volunteer at mission of deeds (similar to salvation army) I will be working as an EMT in college Is there anything else I could do make me a better candidate? Thanks! Eric