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Actually, that's not the worst. Here, dispatch is the highest paid non-management position. Even significantly more than Paramedics. Apparently dispatch has more responsibilities and requires more work.

Because that's worked so well so far. How can someone witnessing the country falling apart still suggest that? It blows me mind. Consider what would have happened had Bush succeeded in privatizing social security when he wanted to. This economic crash we experienced would have taken...

I'm glad you had success. Although telling them you're having trouble with your blood pressure is more likely to get you in quickly than a cold or a checkup. Afterall, they can give drugs for that. And drugs mean money. Sadly though, here, all the family physicians are leaving. Doing other...

Why does our hypothetical patient with the cold (the one abusing the system) need an MRI?

Yes, with the current system we have now. I had more trouble getting into a doctor in America than I did in Australia. Wait in America for a non-emergency appointment: 4 months. Wait in Australia for a non-emergency appointment: The same day I called.

Actually, it's a problem that is provoked by a non-socialized system. If we had a system where people could get the medical assistance and social programs that they need, then these people wouldn't in theory be so badly off that they need to seek shelter in an emergency room. Socialized...

Wow, Paramedics in Michigan have a Union? How did I get left out?

Never ever heard of a BLS ambulance around here. I think everyone knows better.

22, Medic, Professional.

Not really a big deal here. Most Basics use the term medic when describing their job simply because no one knows what an EMT is. Not a huge deal.

One of the issues our service is currently dealing with is abuse of this. The hospital is making every transfer stat just to get us there faster. We tried sitting outside with the siren going for awhile to deter them, but it didn't. We can't go faster than 72 mph in the vehicle anyway, so we...

That is absolute indication for full C-Spine immobilization. If you release it now, you're a fool. Could be whiplash. Could be something much more. Gamble?

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Several filtered needles carried at all times here, and used when appropriate. Most often for the administration of Epi.

No. You do not shock PEA under any circumstances. Sounds like a desperate, panic/ignorant move.

No, usually no testing. Usually watching films and reading/filling out paperwork. A no stress work day.

Unauthorized possession and use of oxygen while off-duty is, at best, a horrible idea. And I too live in a very rural setting. Don't do it.

Some members here are just so... Frustratingly, absurdly grumpy. I hope EMS doesn't turn me old and humorless too. Anyway, funny picture. True too.

Pure awesome. That is the best thing I've ever seen on these forums.

I thought it was awesome to see a commercial featuring paramedics. It's funny, too.