Recent content by Ramathorn90

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    ALS or BLS?

    Abandonment through and through, and a negligent transfer of care to top it off.
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    Book review for capnography

    Does anyone currently own Capnography; king of the ABC's.What did you think of the book? And, would you recommend this book or any other books on the subject?
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    CA EMT changes?

    I agree with JP. We wont be able to advance as a white collar job until we break away from the post-secondary training that we receive now. Whether it has an immediate effect on medics now or not, making the jump towards an AA program will definitely help us out as a profession in the long...
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    EMS Encyclopedia

    Perhaps this book is what you're looking for. This should entail most complaints, differentials, tx modalities, etc. from a medic's standpoint. The Street Medic's Handbook 2nd edition.
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    ALS Books?

    These were two of my favorite books that I used during medic school. 1) Streetmedic's handbook 2nd edition 2) Rapid interpretation of EKG's by Dale Dubin
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    Need tips for fitness test

    Sounds like lower back based on your description. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OpzRX3slWjE http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8d8I7-qtGg If these look anything like the motion you were being tested on, then these exercises should help increase your lower back strength.
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    Medical Ethical Scenarios

    1) I would continue with full treatment as the DNR is now void on the count of the responsible party with valid paperwork stating she does not want the DNR/DNI to be respected. 2) Continue attempting to persuade Pt. by all possible means. Attempt acquiring consent to treat MONA/FONA. However...
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    59YOM - OD, Suicide attempt

    O's via NRB and intervene with PPV if no improvement in sat or breathing condition during assessment. IV- 16G because I love em' Fluids for possible sepsis 2nd to his HR 130 ST, 103.2 temp, and ALOC. (Monitoring for fluid overload) Transport with the pretty lights if no improvement in...
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    CA EMT changes?

    I believe this is what this post is talking about http://www.jems.com/article/training/ems-agenda-changes-will-affect-you
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    Overdose?

    All V/s stable, hx of anxiety, recent argument with boyfriend. It appears the lights are shining on anxiety in this case. I would snag etco2, a 12 lead, and monitor her sat while making an attempt at coaching her to relax and calm down. Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using Tapatalk
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    CA EMT changes?

    I'd be very excited to see an increase in our curriculum for medic nationally in the US. Particularly in CA. Perhaps having an educational course instead of a "training" program will help move this career away from being recognized as simply a stepping stone to OTHER healthcare professions.
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    Brain Death....

    And that is why my service fails! We dont carry any of that. Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using Tapatalk
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    Strange Case

    My initial hunch was hyper K with an already compromised heart pushed this poor old lady over the fence. Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using Tapatalk
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    EMS IPad apps

    How do you like your Ipad? I've been considering buying one, however, I can't decide!
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    CA EMT changes?

    Does ayone have a link to any official talk about this subject? Thanks, Ramathorn Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using Tapatalk
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