Recent content by ambo000

There's a saying that the more things an EMT has on their belt, the newer they are in the job :) Over time the novelty of being suited up with gizmos tends to ware off and you realize having various pieces of belt equipment stab you in the abdomen every time you go to sit down or bend over...

This sounds funny but I find wall sitting whilst brushing your teeth every night/morning (depending on preference) a great way of building strength. It's easy to remember to do and doesn't take any extra time out of your day. Why not kill two birds with one stone right?? All the best!!

Dispatch: Unit 21 have you departed for hospital? Unit 21: Negative, due to location we are having difficulty reversing the ambulance backwards.... .... well no sh*t .....reversing backwards... ooo wouldn't want to confuse that with reversing forwards!!!

You've just written many things I struggle to articulate. Thanks for sharing. All the best.

One day out of the blue my mum's friend began calling me Spanky... and for some reason it has stuck. But I'm typically known as Em by friends and colleagues :)

Tell em 'Never look down on a paramedic because one day you might be looking up at one'. All the best!!

Definitely agree with the preceding posts... this paper sounds like it was designed by Captain Obvious... but... Just to get something on your paper, perhaps try to explore the MOI/ NOI element of the question from all dimensions e.g. Begin with the obvious and state the patients...

I've found manual handling ability typically comes with practice. While strength obviously does help, development of technique is the key. This technique isn't necessarily universal either. With time you will discover your own unique methods of lifting that work for you and suit your...

I use the Paper Mate Ink Joy 700 RT 1.0mm in black ink. I have found they glide on to both paper and gloves effortlessly. The pen also has a rather professional finish with a white barrel, light grey grips (great for sweaty hands) and shiny silver detailing ie. clicker tops, nibs and clips...