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"I Need a Medic!"

Chicago EMT Training

It's encouraging to hear that there is still interest in becoming first responders! A quick breakdown on the differences between an EMT-B(asic) and an EMT-P(aramedic) Basic Life Support (BLS) vs Advanced Life Support (ALS) So there it is. A good paramedic is a good basic first. Don't get me wrong, an EMT-Bs can do A LOT.

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SGEM#179: Chase the Dragon and Naloxone

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Naloxone is the specific treatment for heroin overdoses and is becoming widely available to first responders of all sorts (Police, Fire, First Aiders, lay people and EMS). Lay-people likely to see opioid overdoses may be trained to administer naloxone during targeted BLS training” (5). Clinical Toxicology 2017.

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Most EMS Terminology Comes Down to Initials, Abbreviations and Acronyms

NCOAE

And whether you’re an EMS, medical professional, or wilderness first responder (WFR), these terms are most often employed when these professionals find themselves managing a medical emergency.

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NREMT Practice Test

BoostPrep

Transporting a 16-year-old patient that was an unrestrained driver in an MVA to the emergency department when he does not want to be evaluated. Transporting a homeless person to the emergency department for evaluation of a cough. Question You are responding to a call with lights and sirens. Briefly slow down.

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