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    Question regarding D tanks

    So I have researched this all over google and found a few things. 1. My partner said "200 liters is = 10 LPM X 20 minutes" But idk if I believe that... 2. An online calculator told me the answer is 825 psi...
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    Question regarding D tanks

    Hey guys I'm trying to answer the following question, but am not sure what the answer is... "Per government standards, what is the minimum amount of oxygen you must have in your portable cylinders?" I am trying to figure the answer for a portable D O2 tank.
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    A&P Classes in LA/OC area?

    Anyone have an online class that they can refer me to? Thanks! Did you not take an A&P class prior to starting the class? How is it going for you?
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    A&P Classes in LA/OC area?

    For the love of my life. I can't say I don't miss it down there! But it was definitely worth it.
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    A&P Classes in LA/OC area?

    Hi guys! I have been trying to get into an A&P class in San Diego for awhile now... It seemed like the classes all filled up at Palomar before I could get in! I was never sure where I wanted to go to Paramedic school either, so I did not want to take an A&P that would not qualify for a school's...
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    GCS Motor

    That helps a lot! Thanks! Interesting. Thanks for the help! I will check out those sites for more detail.
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    GCS Motor

    Still confused Oops... I know that, I guess I,m just dyslexic. I can't seem to edit my original post now, doh! "Best motor response (M) There are 6 grades starting with the most severe: 1. No motor response 2. Extension to pain (abduction of arm, external rotation of...
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    Renewing NREMT B. What are the requirements?

    I am about to renew my NREMT... I am confused if I need 24 hours Continuing Education, 48 hours? Or 24 + 48 more? Anyone know what is required for my first renewal? I have been working as an EMT for 9 months now, so I know I have that part (work for 6 months) covered... Thanks for your...
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    GCS Motor

    Can someone point me to where I can get detailed/in depth description of what the different levels of CGS Motor scores look like? I get confused with localizes pain vs withdrawl as well as the other scores... Thanks!
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    Dangers of leaving portable O2 bag charged?

    I think he left it charges at the end of his shift...
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    Dangers of leaving portable O2 bag charged?

    I heard that someone in my company got reamed for not bleeding off the Oxygen on their portable airway bag the other day. I got to wondering what the reasons would be to avoid leaving the bottle charged with the regulator off? Any ideas anyone? All I can think of is that it would be extra...
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    EMS companies in North San Diego County

    I am currently living in Oceanside and looking for my first EMT job. I'm wondering if you guys know of any companies that operate in the Carlsbad/Oceanside/Encinitas area? It would be a lot more convenient to work closer to home than to have to commute to San Diego every day... Thanks for...
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    AMR general knowledge test

    Any suggestions on where to find some study material on the internet? It has been over a year since I took my EMT class, and nearly a year since I passed the NREMT. I no longer have my book from my EMT class... Thanks in advance!
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    Do ski/snow resorts hire their own EMTs?

    Cool thanks Bullets, I will check that website out!
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    Do ski/snow resorts hire their own EMTs?

    Cool thanks Akulahawk! Does anyone out there know if all ski patrols are volunteer positions?
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    Do ski/snow resorts hire their own EMTs?

    I think it would be pretty cool to work on a nice resort in Tahoe, or Mammoth or somewhere with great snow...
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    CA Class B Drivers license requirements the same as Ambulance Drivers license in CA?

    So I guess I am not totally Fuct So I called DMV Mandatory Actions (916) 657-6525 and inquired about having my marijuana possession arrest purged from my records. The lady on the phone said that if I had a commercial license already that the charges would stick for 55 years! But since I don't...
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    CA Class B Drivers license requirements the same as Ambulance Drivers license in CA?

    The reason the DMV see's it is because it was a moving violation. It was a driving with possession of marijuana and a speeding ticket two moving violations plus one misdemeanor. I always have to answer the conviction question as yes. You are correct. I'm really bummed about this, and this...
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    CA Class B Drivers license requirements the same as Ambulance Drivers license in CA?

    Cool. Thanks! What does the red card do for you? Do you need that to get a Wildland fire job next summer?
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    CA Class B Drivers license requirements the same as Ambulance Drivers license in CA?

    I only wanted to get an EMT job to make myself a more attractive candidate for a fire gig... So really right now I am just really upset that I will not be able to do be an EMT for over two years. Now I have to hope I can get a job as an EMT tech at a hospital... The next worry I had was that...
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