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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Here are some potential job opportunities for EMTs and Paramedics. This list gives you an idea of some of the jobs you may be able to get once you get your EMT license, but does…
If you go school to become an EMT, you will need to take a State approved course, and pass multiple written and practical exams. Becoming Licensed/Certified as an EMT varies by each State, and most states…
If you plan on going to EMT or Paramedic school, you will spend a lot of time studying, in classes, and testing before you receive your EMT license. Are you wondering how long your EMT…
If you are considering becoming an EMT and/or Paramedic, you probably want to know how long this is going to take you to achieve. If you want to be a Paramedic someday, you will first need to…
