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Last Answer on June 29, 2022

You're an EMT also right? When you have a patient, how do you decide when to put an EKG monitor on someone?

Asked by Bob almost 10 years ago

Yes, that is how I got started. We have protocals established by the State and by the doctor who is responsible for the EMS system that we operate under. With these protocals it breaks down to such things as treatments and procedures we do for Diabetics etc. Any complaint of chest pain, respiratory issues always dictate the obtaining of a EKG strip on the patients. We also go a step further by performing a 12 led ekg which looks at multiple sides of the heart.

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EMT Question: If you show up to a medical (non-trauma) emergency, how do you decide when to transport the patient?

Asked by 433 about 10 years ago

First off if they want us to take them to the hospital. A patient can not refuse transport if they are a minor and no parent or legal guardian is around, individual that is mentally challenged or for instance suffering from a stroke and can not inforrm us of person, time or place, and then also under the influence of alcohol and or drugs. Otherwise we don't always take everyone to the hospital. When to transport is usually done immediately for two reasons, number one is that they have a medical issue that needs to be addressed and the other is to free up the unit for another call. A lot of systems are no utilizing first response medical squads and are if the condition warrants treating the patient such as a diabetic needing "sweetened" up and does not need to be transported to the hospital.

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Im sorry for asking so many questions, I doing a project on hero's, what kind of training exercises do you have to do to qualify as a firefighter and continue doing while your not saving peoples lives

Asked by Peyton Franklin almost 10 years ago

To be successful you have to be in shape. I personally aren;t as in as good a shape as 20 yrs ago. But cardiovascular such as jogging, tread mill, anything that can increase your heart rate sufficiently every 3rd day for 30 min or greater is ideal. Healthy eating is a big plus. Some departments do have obstacle courses that measure strength but more so endurance. You can be in a fire for sometime, grabbing heavy objects, pulling hose in limited areas in hot temperature so you need to be able to be proficiant in doing this.

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Is this illegal? In the chaos of an emergency, a smoky room, or both, people might mistake this for a sign that is saying there is no exit behind the door. (You can't see the actual exit door, there's another door first). Thank you.

Asked by Yosef about 10 years ago

Any time an exist sign is lefting leaving any confusion it will be considered out of code or basically yes, illegal. If should be pointed out to the fire dept for the correction by the Fire Marshal. There shall always be a clear and understanding sign that has specifics of size of sign, color and size of the signs fonts to be within code regulations.

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My question is "what is the most rewarding part about being a fire fighter and why".

Asked by Peyton almost 10 years ago

It is knowing that when people are in dire need they know that if they call the fire department they will know what to do or who they need to call to take care of their problem. Fire departments are a valuable resource that I have been honored to be part of the team.

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How can I find out how many fires my local fire house responds to? Just a newbie about to take my Firefighter Trainee entry exam, Is there any tips you can think of for taking the test?

Asked by Tanner over 9 years ago

Math skills, there are numerous study guides are out there and they all contain the same info. Contact your local dept for the call volume they will give it to you.

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On a typical medical call, will there be one paramedic and one EMT? If not, what is the typical make up of an ambulance team? Thanks.

Asked by 824 almost 10 years ago

Typically one of each but some systems have two paramedics on a unit. I personally disagree with two medics unless it is a major incident due to it being a wasted resource of a medic driving. Some systems use 3 medics on a unit. Some private ambulance companies have a medic and a uncertified driver. But usually a Medic and EMT.

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You're an EMT also right? When you have a patient, how do you decide when to put an EKG monitor on someone?

EMT Question: If you show up to a medical (non-trauma) emergency, how do you decide when to transport the patient?

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

Im sorry for asking so many questions, I doing a project on hero's, what kind of training exercises do you have to do to qualify as a firefighter and continue doing while your not saving peoples lives

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Is this illegal? In the chaos of an emergency, a smoky room, or both, people might mistake this for a sign that is saying there is no exit behind the door. (You can't see the actual exit door, there's another door first). Thank you.

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My question is "what is the most rewarding part about being a fire fighter and why".

How can I find out how many fires my local fire house responds to? Just a newbie about to take my Firefighter Trainee entry exam, Is there any tips you can think of for taking the test?

On a typical medical call, will there be one paramedic and one EMT? If not, what is the typical make up of an ambulance team? Thanks.

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Ask me anything!

What do YOU do?

You're an EMT also right? When you have a patient, how do you decide when to put an EKG monitor on someone?

EMT Question: If you show up to a medical (non-trauma) emergency, how do you decide when to transport the patient?

So you wanna be a Firefighter?

Im sorry for asking so many questions, I doing a project on hero's, what kind of training exercises do you have to do to qualify as a firefighter and continue doing while your not saving peoples lives

(Continued)Is this illegal? In the chaos of an emergency, a smoky room, or both, people might mistake this for a sign that is saying there is no exit behind the door. (You can't see the actual exit door, there's another door first). Thank you.

Also on Jobstr...

My question is "what is the most rewarding part about being a fire fighter and why".

How can I find out how many fires my local fire house responds to? Just a newbie about to take my Firefighter Trainee entry exam, Is there any tips you can think of for taking the test?

On a typical medical call, will there be one paramedic and one EMT? If not, what is the typical make up of an ambulance team? Thanks.

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Is this illegal? In the chaos of an emergency, a smoky room, or both, people might mistake this for a sign that is saying there is no exit behind the door. (You can't see the actual exit door, there's another door first). Thank you.