15 Must Have EMS Items for EMTs and Paramedics
Whether you are a new or seasoned EMT, work for a fire department, ambulance, or a different EMT job, I recommend having a personal bag that you take with you on the job with your…
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20 Great Gift Ideas for your EMT or Paramedic!
Are you looking for EMT gift Ideas? Below are some gift ideas for your loved ones that are EMTs/Firefighters/Paramedics or First Responders. I recommend finding out what the certification level is of the person you…
LED FlashLight Batteries- How Long they Last
Do you want to know how long your LED flashlight and/or head lamp batteries are going to last? This can be difficult information to find online. Some companies list flashlights for sale and do not…
Tornado Warning- Where to go without a Basement
Do you live in a tornado prone area? I do, and when my wife and I moved 3000 miles across the country to the South, I was surprised to find out that most houses in…
EMT- SAMPLE and OPQRST assessment mnemonics
You will learn about the SAMPLE and OPQRST mnemonics during EMT school, and the significance of obtaining this information during your patient assessment. It may not be an automatic failure during your NREMT practical exam…
EMT- SAMPLE History during a Patient Assessment
A “SAMPLE” history is a mnemonic used in the medical field, and is a useful tool that is easy to remember for EMTs. The SAMPLE history is usually gathered during the secondary assessment during EMT…
EMT Assessment for Pain- OPQRST
During EMT school, you will learn about an assessment mnemonic tool used called “OPQRST”. This is an assessment tool for a patient that is experiencing pain, and is information you will need to gather from…
What is a EMR, EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic?
Some of the websites that I have seen do not properly distinguish between all of these when they describe”how to become an EMT”, You can read my post about the difference between a paramedic and…
How many Bottles of Water are in a Gallon?
You should have at least 1 gallon of water/person/day for your Emergency Supply of water (according to Ready.gov), and have a minimum of a 3 day supply. You may need this water for drinking, sanitation,…
How to Receive Emergency Alerts on your Smart Phone
Most smart phones today have an option to receive Emergency Alerts and Amber Alerts, but older cell phones may not have this option. If you’ve owned your phone for awhile, you have likely received one…