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    Vent about age

    As someone with autism, I’ve noticed that I’m a lot more mature for my age, but I understand where you’re coming from. Thank you for the good luck.
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    Vent about age

    Sometimes it kind of gets on me how people in my workplace make fun of me for being a 16 year old girl, I know that I’m young, but I don’t understand it. I’ve passed my practical and am going into my state exam. I’ve done well on my ride alongs. But the chief examiner at my practical laughed at...
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    Thank you!

    Thank you!
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    I went on my first two calls and they terrified me

    That means a lot for you to say that, thank you. I do consider myself to be very caring and compassionate, I hope this will do me well in future EMS calls. Even the paramedics were confused on why three people died in two days; I guess it was just bad luck
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    I went on my first two calls and they terrified me

    That’s what the paramedics told me, they had a meeting with me and my mother since I’m a minor. I appreciated it but it still scared me
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    I went on my first two calls and they terrified me

    So I’m 16 years old and nearly done with training, but for the final part I had to do two ride alongs, which was fine by me. Tho within those two ride alongs I witnessed three corpses; the first was a cardiac arrest call for an old man in diapers who threw up then croaked. I was assigned to do...
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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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