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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    TY. It makes sense that online is the best place for latest info. I've been riding 3rd as a volunteer for a few months now and have been lucky to have had been with some awesome Medics and EMTs that have been encouraging and willing to answer all my questions. It has been an eye opening...
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    TY! - These look interesting - Ill take a look maybe add to my Holiday list :) .
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    Makes sense - TY
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    Yes your right things change so fast and there are a lot of great online resources. Something in me has the need to have a few good books around as well :) Thanks!
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    Thank You - this is helpful!
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    TY!
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    I probably should have named this post "Looking for resources for new EMT's" - sorry for any confusion. Could not figure how to delete or edit the post. Thanks again!
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    Looking for resources for new EMTs

    Hello All, I've seen a number of books, resources for people preparing for NREMT. As someone who has been newly certified (passed NREMT) this book was recommended as a good resource but it is expensive and published in 1996 - The 60-Second EMT: Rapid BLS/ALS Assessment, Diagnosis & Triage. Has...
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    What was your first 911 call?

    Trying to keep a diary of runs I make as Im just starting out (volunteering). My limited experience so far... I've done 2 ED shifts and 3 ride alongs. Not much excitement on first shift - notably standing around in bullet proof vest for 2.5 hrs (was 90 degrees outside and who knows what it was...
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    Will my age or medical deny being emt in Texas

    54 y/o - just passed NREMT in April. Stared volunteering cause Im not giving up my day job just yet. Go for it!
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