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    How do EMTs deal with suicidal adolescents?

    I’m not, I’ve just seen a bunch of overdose cases in my city, with the majority being troubled teens
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    Good Glucometer for jump bag

    Mostly reviews lol
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    How do I get over my emetophobia?

    Oh, that’s nasty! Did she vomit from the overindulgence or the injuries? (Given she was ejected)
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    If a person is in hypovolemic shock, what are the appropriate measures?

    I understand, thank you for being respectful. However, what is this website for if people aren't meant to ask medical questions? (genuine question)
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    How do I get over my emetophobia?

    Both, I am mostly afraid of the sickness that comes with the vomiting patient.
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    How do I get over my emetophobia?

    I found an EMS certification program that takes ages 16 and up, and I want to start in fall. However I have a mild fear of vomit. What's the best way to manage this? (Please be respectful) ❤️
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    How do EMTs deal with suicidal adolescents?

    ehhh, maybe so. But It's a good thing to put on my resume
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    If a person is in hypovolemic shock, what are the appropriate measures?

    My thoughts are intravenous saline, breathing support and even AED if needed, but I am not sure.
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    How do EMTs deal with suicidal adolescents?

    Ahh, you're probably right. But I want to get into EMT schooling as soon as I am 16
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    How do EMTs deal with suicidal adolescents?

    I ask because I am a 15 year old student, and have heard of a lot of girls in my grade going in an ambulance for suicidal ideation/attempts. What usually goes on if they are conscious and/or unharmed?
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    I have a few questions

    Alright, thank you for telling me :D
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    I have a few questions

    Thank you, it's my passion to help out others medically. The minimum age to be an EMT in CT is 16.
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    I have a few questions

    I am a fifteen year old student who turns 16 in late summer, and I want to work enough jobs to afford EMT training and my own jump bag. So for now, I'm browsing amazon for options. What are the contents in this jump bag, specifically the colored pouches and kit accessories? Also if you can...
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    Good Glucometer for jump bag

    I think Amazon has great medical products, including several of those... You can get a jump bag for 39 dollars there, and the lancet is cheap (w/o the add ons) This clicker looks good * link removed *
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    Appendicitis.... Cardiac issue

    what you're saying is that appendicitis is gradual? Makes sense, in 2022 I went to the ER for sudden severe pain in my RLQ thinking it was appendicitis, however it was a ruptured cyst.
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    Appendicitis.... Cardiac issue

    Oh wow, was there internal bleeding?
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    Appendicitis.... Cardiac issue

    Why are people saying “ectopic”? How do we know this isn’t just an appendicitis? I’m an EMT student so I would appreciate explanations ❤️
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    Down After a Night Out

    Thank you for replying! I am a student, I am 15 years old at the moment but am raising money to afford my EMT money. As of now, I’m studying through professional books I’m thinking shock because of the thready pulse and weak breathing, additionally the nausea could be a sign of vasodilation...
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    Down After a Night Out

    So what you’re saying is that airway management is the main priority here? What happens if you take narcan without needing it?
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