the 100% directionless thread

[firetender]

Sure you do I have new limited edition stickers only available to previous winners

BBG -- well on the way to becoming the Monty Hall of EMS!

 

[firetender]

It's not nice to call the CLs old folks :rofl:

Believe me, that's the sweetest thing I get called these days!

 

[rmabrey]

new protocol......basics cannot transport any patient with a pump, including insulin or PCA regardless of whether or not it is related to the chief complaint.


succesfully getting closer to basics being ambulance drivers

 

[exodus]

new protocol......basics cannot transport any patient with a pump, including insulin or PCA regardless of whether or not it is related to the chief complaint.


succesfully getting closer to basics being ambulance drivers

I thought that was a standard? What if the pump malfunctions loads the pt up with insulin and is now ALOC and unable to fix it. With the PCA, we can't because it's a narc.

 

[rmabrey]

I thought that was a standard? What if the pump malfunctions loads the pt up with insulin and is now ALOC and unable to fix it. With the PCA, we can't because it's a narc.

before the new protocol, we would pull over and trade places. PCA was good to go cause its patient controlled.

IMO a stubbed toe, cough, etc etc does not need a paramedic just cause they have an insulin pump

 

[Anjel]

Michigan doesn't have a set protocol saying what basics can or cannot take. So its up to the county or medical director.

If it came down to it, we could take anything on a pump or hanging.

But if ALS is available it gets handed over to them. If not we load and go.

 

[Tigger]

I'm only 22.

It's fine, we can talk like young adults and not have to be all proper like when we talk to these old folks

We need to start a young peoples' alliance or something so we stop being "misunderstood." :rofl:

Actually though, I do think that the younger providers issue is worth discussing. It can get tough at work being constantly treated as a "kid." Yea, I am twenty and have less life experience than others but that says nothing about my ability as a provider. I cannot stand being coddled by older partners. "No sweetie, don't worry about driving, I've been doing it forever."

I guess I need to do a better job advocating for myself.

 

[Aidey]

Ok, enough you little brats, you're making me feel old.

 

[Handsome Robb]

We need to start a young peoples' alliance or something so we stop being "misunderstood." :rofl:

Actually though, I do think that the younger providers issue is worth discussing. It can get tough at work being constantly treated as a "kid." Yea, I am twenty and have less life experience than others but that says nothing about my ability as a provider. I cannot stand being coddled by older partners. "No sweetie, don't worry about driving, I've been doing it forever."

I guess I need to do a better job advocating for myself.

I get it from some medics but most treat me just like any other partner. I've busted my *** to prove to all of them that I'm not some random snot-nosed 22 year old.

 

[STXmedic]

I'm 24 and I still get that crap! Granted, I still look 18 apparently :glare: New partners always start out the same. First, they treat me like an inexperienced twelve year old that needs hand holding. Then we make our patient, and I point out some obvious oversight in the acuity of our patient. "Oh, you know this medical stuff, huh?" Then I get treated like an outcast for knowing "medical stuff". Damn fire medics... :glare:

 

[usalsfyre]

Ok, enough you little brats, you're making me feel old.

I'm 28. I actually used the phrase "that snot nosed, arrogant (rest of the adjectives and nouns are not forum suitable)" today. It's not eff'ing fair I tell ya :sad:

So far I'm 0 for 2 on finding single people.....

 

[Tigger]

I'm 24 and I still get that crap! Granted, I still look 18 apparently :glare: New partners always start out the same. First, they treat me like an inexperienced twelve year old that needs hand holding. Then we make our patient, and I point out some obvious oversight in the acuity of our patient. "Oh, you know this medical stuff, huh?" Then I get treated like an outcast for knowing "medical stuff". Damn fire medics... :glare:

Couldn't have summed it up any better. I work hard to show that I'm not a 20 year old wannabe doctor and then suddenly I'm getting funny looks for wanting to call an entry note to the hospital or use an icepack.

One day I will have a real partner!!

 

[Handsome Robb]

Ok, enough you little brats, you're making me feel old.

Psh you're not that much older than Poetic or I!

 

[Aidey]

I'm 28. I actually used the phrase "that snot nosed, arrogant (rest of the adjectives and nouns are not forum suitable)" today. It's not eff'ing fair I tell ya :sad:

So far I'm 0 for 2 on finding single people.....

26, and I swear I'm going to use that now. I'm also curious if 1. You were serious and 2. What was the circumstance under which you found yourself using said phrase.

I also want to add that it is incredibly depressing when you realize that you are your friend's token single buddy.

And I know I'm not that much older than you kids, but the way you are carrying on makes me feel old. Although Rob, I have to admit that I laughed when I saw that your name on your shirt is Robby.

 

[Handsome Robb]

26, and I swear I'm going to use that now. I'm also curious if 1. You were serious and 2. What was the circumstance under which you found yourself using said phrase.

I also want to add that it is incredibly depressing when you realize that you are your friend's token single buddy.

And I know I'm not that much older than you kids, but the way you are carrying on makes me feel old. Although Rob, I have to admit that I laughed when I saw that your name on your shirt is Robby.

It says Robby but I tend to introduce myself as Rob to patients. Still go by Robby around friends and coworkers and I don't think it will ever change. My new shirts only have my first initial though

 

[usalsfyre]

26, and I swear I'm going to use that now. I'm also curious if 1. You were serious and 2. What was the circumstance under which you found yourself using said phrase.

Unfortunately I was. It was after an official interaction with another paramedic in my role with the clinical department. I can't really go into more detail than that in public.

I also want to add that it is incredibly depressing when you realize that you are your friend's token single buddy.

I realized the other day I'm hosed because I was married fairly young. Most divorcees are 5-10 years older than me, most girls my age are married/attached (hence the 0 for 2) and most younger girls aren't particularly interested in a guy with a 60+ hour a week job and two kids.

 

[Aidey]

I'm still undecided on kids, and it scares me that the older I get the only guys available all seem to have a kid or two, which usually means ex-wives/girlfriends to deal with. It just adds several levels of complexity to the situation right off the bat, which I find intimidating. I absolutely suck at dating, and anything that makes it more complicated freaks me out.

 

[DesertMedic66]

I'm still undecided on kids, and it scares me that the older I get the only guys available all seem to have a kid or two, which usually means ex-wives/girlfriends to deal with. It just adds several levels of complexity to the situation right off the bat, which I find intimidating. I absolutely suck at dating, and anything that makes it more complicated freaks me out.

I'm available, have no kids, and have no ex-wifes/girlfriends to deal with haha.

 

[Aidey]

I'm available, have no kids, and have no ex-wifes/girlfriends to deal with haha.

You're also not old enough to drink.

 

[bigbaldguy]

You're also not old enough to drink.

That's agism. Just saying.