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Matt! I didn't want you to post that. Don't you like all the Stars of life? You just need to come out of the closet and admit you're the Uber Wacker instead of passing that photo off as someone else's residence. " Hello, my name is Mateo and I'm a wacker" "Hi Mateo".

I have been informed that people can't believe how calm I am on scene. Being older than dirt has something to do with it. I to am a new parapup with almost a year's experience. Look, it is what it is. We are educated to handle certain situations appropriately. There is absolutely no reason to get your panties in a wad at a call. We do what we have to. Sure I've been on calls with pucker factor 10. I can't help my patient if I loose my shyte. The key is to be like a duck on a pond. That way if your partner doesn't see you freakin' out, they won't and will be an asset to me rather than a liability. Also, I believe there is some benefit to the pt. if they observe me kinda just doing my thing instead of loosing my mind. I haven't any evidence this is true, just an observation.

Exactly. We are fortunate to have the AutoPulse here to do compressions. It does much better and consistent compressions than anyone could do on their best day. That being said, the only way we would transport a code is if we had ROSC and then they're boarded to perform compressions if required. PD or any bystander can do compressions. All we as EMS professionals should require is someone to push med's and another to manage the airway.

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Merry Christmas to all! And Matt, to late for the wishes of a slow night.

Interestingly, at the C.A.P. lab we attended we were shown and actually participated in a field amputation. I'm not absolutely sure how comfortable I would be doing one in the real world, but if that is what is required well........... Eye protection at minimum, a tourniquet, scalpel and a saw of some sort and it could be pulled off. If we don't do something soon, the entrapped individual is going to die. He might very well anyway, but at least we gave him a chance.

So we should keep less than stellar employees who provide improper patient care? This is not a assembly line job. Peoples lives are involved here. Sorry we can't all start our careers with 20 years experience.

It is your/my responsibility to keep our education current with today's standards. It is not the responsibility of my employer to keep me educated and current. As a professional it is mine and mine alone. If the employee in question couldn't pass a FF requirement should we continue to give him multiple opportunities until he passes or kills someone? If a plumber can't fix my leak at the house, I fire him. Oh, and FYI, I passed on the first attempt.

(Not actually quoting VentMedic, only as poster of the article) Frankly, I think this statement says it all. If one can't pass the NR Basic exam after multiple attempts, do you really belong on an ambulance? It is a requirement of DCFD to pass the exam to maintain employment, if you can't then you can go down the road kicking stones. Even if they were taught to the local requirements and their own exam, surely with a little studying on the part of the testee ( can I say that here?), surely one could obtain a 70. DC, another place not to visit.

The title is wrong as is your opening post :roll: . Please put forth a little more effort before posting. That thing on your shoulders isn't just a place to hang a helmet. I don't work with hosemonkeys, but I always dispatch my shower and have worn shower shoes since high school. Athlete's foot is a common side effect of using communal showers.

I use a DRG stethoscope. Never really bought into the Littmann hype. That being said, I would suggest you take him to look at different scopes. Everybody is different and may not be comfortable with the one you choose. I don't think you would go wrong choosing the Littmann Classic II, only it may not be what is comfortable for him. My partner uses a Sprague and it works for her. I can't hear anything with it. Good Luck with your decision.

Dude! You beat me to it! I agree with everything CB posted. It was an awesome experience and I would recommend to all that you plan on attending next years lab. The instructors were available for all questions and their presentations were extremely professional in all aspects. Meeting the guys was pretty cool. Putting a face to the name. One funny thing that happened was at the end of the day, we were informed that there was approx. 5 min left in class time and that our CE certificates would be available in the other building. We were at the abdominal station and really didn't pay a great deal of attention as the MD instructing was really cool and explaining some finer point of anatomy. Anyway, when we turned around the room was empty. We put it down to all the "blue shirts" in attendance and had a chuckle over it. CB managed to get a few more successful intubations and then it was off to dinner. All in all a worthwhile endeavor. See ya next year 'Zilla!!!!!!

I'm sure as a group we can work it out. I'm leaving Thursday so I might be able to give you a ride. Looking forward to the lab and meeting everyone, maybe. :wink:

Damn Canuckleheads!

#-o My head hurts. Personally, my partner and I like to have lunch when we please. Not when dispatch decides.

Whether we exceed the posted limit or not is irrelevant. Hypothetically, if I was pulled over and given a ticket for doing 5 mph over the limit, then I deserve it. I was in violation of the law. When you (generic use of you) are involved in a collision and you were exceeding the speed limit, you are a contributing factor. When we are in a highly visible vehicle and are routinely exceeding the speed limit not only are we setting a bad example to the public, we are taking an unnecessary risk.

No worries Richard. I'm positive we will be able to provide some info on the lab

I have administered Activated Charcoal twice. Both times the pt. took it like a champ. The slow release of capsules makes the use of this medication prudent. Many time the pt. is going to have their stomach pumped anyway. However, beginning treatment in the field is my job and I would administer it again if I feel it's warranted.

Come on now spenac! ROLL TIDE!

The majority of Canadians lay no claim to Quebec.

Immediately upon arrival in Dayton. Perhaps we can meet up with everyone Tues. night. Dinner Wed night?

Yes. The reason is to carry my patient out. This is also why FD's hire from the neck down and EMS hires from the neck up.

Post or PM me your arrival time in Dayton. Perhaps we can co-ordinate it so I can pick you up.

Just wondering who is attending this lab. I'm trying to score a few items from my Dept. but need numbers. PM me if you are attending. P.S., where is everybody staying?

Meh, give me a good medical call anytime. I mean, for the most part, trauma calls consist of control bleeding, splinting, 2 Lge. Bore IV's, pain control, O2 and a diesel bolus.