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    Modified Valsalva

    I saw a ER doctor do a similar maneuver on a pt that didn't respond to Adenosine or cardioversion. Have the pt lay flat, grab ankles, and bear down. I used this on my first SVT and converted immediately.
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    The New NREMT-P Practical Assessment.

    I took my skills last weekend. Granted it was at a site that hasn't done this scenario before so they were kind of out of wack. Basically just run the call like you would in real life. It's a strict 20 minutes. You can delegate whatever skills you want if needed but I would recommend doing at...
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    Sac Metro Fire Department

    My EMT test date is the 12th as well
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    Rural Metro Milpitas job offer?

    Yep...24 senior, dialed in medics....GONE
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    Rural Metro Milpitas job offer?

    I interviewed for 911 and was not selected, but then I was sent the same application email. They are having some issues.
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    Getting EMT-B cert for Firefighting?

    Since CA has some of the highest paying departments, they are only going to hire the highest level candidates. Some departments have tests that people can only take if they have a B.A/B.S. degree. I got my 4 year degree from Santa Clara University, and now starting fire classes a community...
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    Ambulance Companies in the Bay Area

    I recently got all my certs done so now it time to apply. I've applied to R/M, Royal, and WestMed. Now let the interviews begin
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    Tips for "Bulking up"

    Hit up your local GNC or Max muscle for some protein and mass gainer and hit the gym
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    Ambulance Companies in the Bay Area

    A little birdy told me R/M is hiring
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    Class of 30 only 2 pass NREMT

    I did the unitek bootcamp in CA. 14 days, 12hrs/day EVERYDAY. Took me 3 trys to pass NREMT, but I am confident in my skills when it comes to working real life calls. The NREMT is a test that requires simple patience and knowledge to pass it.
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    Post the # your test stopped at, and if you Passed/Failed

    1st attempt: 111-fail 2nd: 90-Fail 3rd: 120-Pass
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    how to get/stay in shape

    Crossfit is the Scientology of fitness. Lift some weights, get on the incline treadmill, and keep your metabolic rate up
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