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    Wanted to say Hello! Starting EMT Cert class August 20th.

    Howdy! and welcome aboard
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    "I'm dying." Help! Class on death?

    I took "End of Life Care" as a course for my upcoming Medic program. It was really informative on pallative care, family needs, stages of death (body processes), field trips included hospice, and had alot of guest speakers. Was a well rounded course in my opinion.
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    Austin EMS wants to drop dual Medics.

    http://www.kxan.com/dpp/news/local/austin/ems-wants-1-less-paramedic-per-truck
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    IFT or ER Tech

    Im not sure if this should be posted to International EMS, I figure its a continuation of this thread so I hope I dont ruffle any feathers. I applied for an EMT-B position in Iraq. I have prior experience in Iraq so hopefully that will help. My question is as a contractor what should be a ball...
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    IFT or ER Tech

    Thanks for the input, Ive put some apps out hopefully I'll get a hit.
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    IFT or ER Tech

    Austin, I know ATCEMS hires Basics as dispatchers, but they require one year of related experience.
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    IFT or ER Tech

    Thinking of Acadian or an ER Tech position, Just need some experience as I cannot jump into medic school right away. (bills) any thoughts?
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    Danner striker ii gtx side zip

    Danner is premium, I wear these boots daily, and I would say comfort is the biggest pro for this model. 2nd to that is the waterproof goretex lining. I personally havnt had any issues with my zippers. Only con I can find is the finish hasnt held up against scuffs as well as I'd hoped. But...
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    How to fix EMS

    There are similar situations in other professions, an example would be Security in relation to Law Enforcement. In my opinion I do not agree with your decision to push more regulation on the private sector. (change all for-profit to non-profit) If I want to pay a private company to transport...
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    Who's going to TX EMS conference???

    Im thinking of going
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    Post the # your test stopped at, and if you Passed/Failed

    Stopped mid 70s, and Passed Woot! take that Brown
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    Just a couple hospice pt/cancer treatment questions

    I was instructed as soon as cpr is started the patient is no longer a hospice patient.
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    Skills Test Jitters

    My Emt-B course is winding down, and its time for formal skills tests. I feel confident about the written exams. However, I am rushing through the skill and wind up forgetting something. The trauma and medical assessments are the thorn in my side. so to speak. Any helpful tips or suggestions...
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    City of Beaumont EMS (TX)

    Those are some purdy nice fellas down there. Their firemen are also good people.
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    What kind of underwear is best for EMS?

    Commando 100% of the time. just a habit from the military. no bunching up, great air circulation, ease of movement, plus there is the cool factor!
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    Off-Site ICU monitoring

    We use a similar system as dispatch for security. it is very problematic and inefficient. it will not benefit the patients and will stress out the staff dropping morale. IMHO
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    Question: What is the purpose of CPR?

    wait wait wait i got it. William Shatner???
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    Question: What is the purpose of CPR?

    uh michael jackson?
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    need some help please

    Course Director 334.255.7418 DSN 558 Course NCOIC 334.255.7463 DSN 558 FAX Number 334.255.7475 DSN 558 Email usasam.fmc@amedd.army.mil stay safe over there!
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