EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Imagine being the person who answers the call in the darkest hours – that’s what Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) do every day. We are going to look at 15 reasons why you should consider a career as an EMT. EMTs often say they feel a calling to help others. No two days are the same in this field.

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EMT Training Station

APRIL 5, 2023

In the fast-paced and high-stress world of emergency medical services, EMTs and paramedics consistently go above and beyond to save lives and provide comfort to those in need. A TL:DR Shortlist of our Choices for Great Gift Ideas for EMTs and Paramedics We know your time is valuable. Shield Tactical Boots Oakley Radar Sunglasses 5.11

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the fast-paced and critical world of emergency medical services, EMTs are often the first healthcare professionals to interact with patients in distress. This is where the SAMPLE history and OPQRST pain assessment come into play, serving as essential tools in an EMT’s diagnostic arsenal.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

As a veteran emergency medical technician (EMT), I’ve seen firsthand the critical importance of prompt and effective prehospital care in these situations. As first responders, we’re trained to look for these subtle clues. The entry and exit wounds are key indicators, but they can be small or hidden under clothing.

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First Responders Childrens' Foundation

MARCH 13, 2024

NEW YORK, NY – First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing programs and services to first responder families of U.S. Every day we hear about first responders running into danger to protect all of us. The deadline for applications is May 31, 2024.

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Unitek EMT

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are critical first responders in the field of emergency healthcare. They play a pivotal role in providing immediate medical care to individuals in crisis situations, whether it’s responding to accidents, medical emergencies, or natural disasters.

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Chicago EMT Training

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

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. In a more rural setting, you might see EMT-I or A for intermediate or advanced.

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EMT Training Station

JANUARY 12, 2024

Updated for 2024 A good pair of pants is essential in order for EMTs and Paramedics to perform at their best while on the job. First responders will spend a lot of time in a single pair of pants and in a variety of environments. During the course of their career, an EMT will go through a pair of pants about every year.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

A proper EMT knife is much more than a blade with a star of life on it. Rescue tools help a first responder gain quick access or assess a patient during trauma or medical emergencies. A proper EMT knife is also a rescue tool. A rescue tool/EMT knife should fill either 1 critical role or multiple roles.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

DECEMBER 31, 2020

Patients may have waited anxiously for hours, so they’re highly observant for our first responses in words, facial expression and body language. Working as a paramedic, medic, EMT, prehospital care provider or any other type of first responder differs vastly from any other role in those first seconds or minutes of arrival.

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NCOAE

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

It’s been more than a decade since the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) stopped using the certification designations EMT-B and EMT-Basic. The change from EMT-B to EMT was not just in title. There is nothing “basic” about what an EMT learns or the skills he or she can perform.

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EMT Training Station

MAY 19, 2023

Understanding the subtleties of this system is crucial for emergency medical technicians (EMTs). This emphasizes the crucial role EMTs play in providing immediate care for musculoskeletal emergencies and the importance of this system’s comprehensive understanding as a key component of their training.

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EMT Training Station

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Updated Jan 2024 Looking for the best stethoscope for an EMT or Paramedic can be a daunting task. Stethoscopes are one of the most important tools in an EMT or Paramedics arsenal. EMT-Basics will find that they use stethoscopes every day to not only listen to lung sounds but to check blood pressure.

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US Patriot

APRIL 30, 2021

Every second counts for our first responders. That’s why MOLLE accessories are a must for those who need instant access to life-saving EMS gear. MOLLE accessories work interchangeably with your MOLLE bag or vest. Just slide the strap through the webbing, snap into place, and you’ll have a secure pouch for your most important items.

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EMT Training Station

MAY 21, 2023

Table of Contents Overview and Function of EMTs in Neurological Emergencies Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) frequently face difficult situations when responding to neurological emergencies, which are an essential component of emergency medical services.

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EMT Training Station

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Updated: Nov 2023 Hi, I am Mike I am a veteran EMT with more than a decade of experience, and I want to help you pick the best pair of EMS boots for your career as an EMT or paramedic. This article covers the 15 best boots available for first responders. The boot has all the comfort and durability an EMT could want.

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NCOAE

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Just obtaining an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license opens a world of career possibilities both inside and out of the medical field. Sure, you have to put in the effort, but the opportunities are as diverse as our EMT students here at The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education (NCOAE).

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EMT Training Station

JUNE 18, 2023

As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), your knowledge of this intricate system, the conditions that can arise, and the interventions necessary to save lives is fundamental to your role. Let’s dive in and unravel the complexities of the cardiovascular system and the crucial role you play as an EMT in managing heart conditions.

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EMT Training Station

MARCH 10, 2023

I have seen plenty of EMTs simply use their phones. In this article, we want to educate you on how to pick the best EMT watch for you so that you can provide the best patient care possible. As an EMT, paramedic, or medical first responder your main purpose is to provide emergency care to your patients.

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EMT Training Station

MARCH 24, 2023

Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) presents an exciting and challenging career path for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and paramedics looking to apply their skills and expertise in high-risk law enforcement environments. This was done to minimize the time between injury and treatment, ultimately saving lives.

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EMS 12-Lead

MAY 15, 2024

TCP in the ROSC Patient: False Electrical Capture at 75mA Josh Kimbrell, NRP @joshkimbre Judah Kreinbrook, EMT-P @JMedic2JDoc This is the second installment of a blog series showing how transcutaneous pacing (TCP) can be difficult and how you can improve your skills. Details are edited and redacted to preserve patient anonymity.

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Paramedic Training Spot

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Learning how to become an EMT in New Jersey, or an Emergency Medical Technician to be specific, is not an overnight accomplishment. Not only are you training to be a Garden State EMT, you are studying to become Nationally Registered, which is a relatively new requirement for the state.

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NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

To improve volunteer first responders’ access to high-quality online education, the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) has partnered with Columbia Southern University (CSU) for the 16th year to award two NVFC members scholarships to CSU. Visit ColumbiaSouthern.edu or call (877) 347-6050 to learn more. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

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First Responders Childrens' Foundation

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Play Video New York, New York – October 17, 2024 – First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving the children of U.S. To learn more or donate to The First Responders Children’s Foundation, please visit www.1stRCF.org. 1stRCF.org.

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NVFC

OCTOBER 22, 2024

We spent time with firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and training staff during multiple scenarios. He could see my enthusiasm for the work and told me that if this was something I was interested in, I could start with classes like First Responder and EMT, offered through our local community college. What should I eat?

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NCOAE

AUGUST 12, 2022

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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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

As an EMT veteran and EMT instructor, I can’t stress enough the importance of NREMT basic exam practice tests. In my experience, those who commit to practice tests don’t just pass; they excel in their EMT careers. 6 Created on January 18, 2024 By Michael Catrow 50 Question EMT Practice Exam Hit start when ready!

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FOAMfrat

OCTOBER 6, 2024

I started as a cadet, then progressed to EMT, and eventually became a paid EMT. My first encounter with a suicide patient came at 16—a man who had lost everything and chose to end his life. Encourage Professional Help: Advocate for access to mental health professionals who specialize in trauma and first responder issues.

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BoostPrep

APRIL 26, 2022

Our EMT test questions will give you a better idea of what will be on your exam. EMT Airway, Respiration, & Ventilation Practice Test Time limit: 0 Quiz Summary 0 of 10 Questions completed Questions: Information You have already completed the quiz before. For more help and full-length practice tests, check out our EMT prep course.

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Mile High Ambulance

JULY 25, 2016

The Code Green Campaign is a first responder oriented mental health advocacy and education organization. Code Green serves all types of first responders, including firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, dispatchers, police, corrections, air medical, and search & rescue. What is Code Green?

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Peter Canning

JANUARY 15, 2024

An EMT was already wheeling the stretcher down a short alley where his partner knelt by the dumpster. Thought I’d check behind the dumpster,” the EMT said to me. The young EMT did and it helped us find this lost soul. Our taxes were higher because of their weakness. For a while I carried the torch. But she’d just shake her head.

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NVFC

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

My brother, David, and I travel the country teaching personal leadership to first responders. I have always felt that volunteer firefighters are extra special because they put themselves in harm’s way without monetary compensation. To be clear, paid firefighters are brave and selfless without question.

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The Overrun

JULY 6, 2021

That’s the union that represents the over 4,000 clinicians in the Fire Department of the City of New York EMS Command (FDNY*EMS), and Michael has talked with us about the work that he and his members have been doing to fight for parity and fair working conditions for paramedics and EMTs in FDNY. The pay and benefits disparity is astonishing.

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NAEMSP

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Looking for Solutions In an ideal world, EMS leadership (supervisors, command staff or medical directors) would be able to identify specific calls that predispose EMTs and paramedics to increased risk of stress and burnout, but it is understood that this is a difficult, multi-faceted task. 2016 : 737 – 744. Mountfort, S., & Wilson, J.

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US Patriot

JANUARY 19, 2023

Nowhere else can these veterans and first responders get this kind of community support, all while having a great afternoon out with the family,” Mike Fadden, CEO of Galls, said. Raffle ticket holders had the chance to win rally towels, free game tickets, or one of four post-game field passes!

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EM Basic

MARCH 13, 2019

Today’s episode of the podcast is a myth busting on all the media reports about first responders overdosing by being exposed to fentanyl in the field by incidental contact. Please spread this far and wide and share it with anyone who is concerned about incidental exposure to fentanyl being a concern for first responders.

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EMT City

JUNE 28, 2022

I think it was the year I first went to work at summer camp which included a medical first responder course. Maybe it was the year after, I can't remember. I eventually did get on with my medical degree. I thought bugger this. The uni said I could do nursing or pharmacy instead. So I have, and I'm glad I did.

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