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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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    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 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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    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?

    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

    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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