When I was learning to intubate in my Paramedic program (about a year ago), we learned that selection really depended upon provider preference. However, we were taught the methods to use both, and explained that the straight blade worked In almost every situation, where the Mac did not. I...
After this experience, I absolutely agree. At first, I was kind of freaking out (new Medic syndrome...I'm not perfect, don't judge me HAHA). Doesn't see, like they could give him enough to keep him down. Even at the receiving ER.
Transfer from local hospital to JoMo, Pt sustained a skull fracture and has a subdural hematoma and a pulmonary contusion. The initial call was for an unresponsve Pt who they believed was hit by a car. Pt was extremely intoxicated. He's intubated, on a Diprivan drip at 20ml/hr and a banana...
For the second shift in a row, Cardiac arrest. Last shift, it was in the home. Last seen normal at midnight, and the call came out at 0500. ACLS protocol followed, 20 mins of CPR, 5 rounds of epi, an intubation. Asystole for the duration. Called on scene. This time, at a local nursing home...
Congratulations! 120 questions was what I took the second time I took the Paramedic test. Its enough to make the heart sink, isn't it? May your career be long and rewarding.
I'm going to try and answer both of your questions. There are arguments to both sides. I worked as an EMT first. It helped me to get an idea of what to expect in Paramedic. JB Learning has the best test prep, imo.
Last call of this shift was a syncopal episode. kid passed out in the roadway, passerby almost ran him over and stopped to help him. PT said he can't remember his name or where he is. Get him in the back of the truck and he starts "remembering" things. Wants to go to the hospital. Deputy on...