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Recerts and New Protocols

Peter Canning

I recerted CPR, ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) late in December. When you are doing CPR and running cardiac arrests on a regular basis, it seems unnecessary to sit through a 2 hour class on CPR and 4 hour classes on ACLS and PALS. The certs are good for two years. mg via syringe.*

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How to Become an EMT

NCOAE

Recognizing the Difference Between EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) — that’s the leading certification agency in the U.S. Some EMT courses require CPR as a prerequisite, while others, including ours, include CPR training and certification.

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Are EMTs and Paramedics the Same Thing?

Utah's Paramedic and EMS Academy

This can include administering CPR, controlling bleeding, securing a patient’s airway, and administering oxygen. Read on as we dive into the differences, highlighting the opportunities and qualifications needed to become an EMT or a Paramedic in Utah. EMTs, or Emergency Medical Technicians, are trained to provide basic emergency care.

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How to Use EMT Practice Tests to Pass the NREMT Exam

Paramedic Training Spot

CPR, shock, diabetic emergencies, and other fundamental topics make up a good portion of the test questions. The exam will end when the computer detects that the student is either 95% certain that the student is above or below the passing level. Therefore, questions on the NREMT examination are not based upon specific textbooks.

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