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Exactly What Is It That an EMT Does?

NCOAE

First Aid and to how to respond to a cardiac arrest. Also, how to recognize a heart attack or stroke and what to do to give the patient the best chance of survival. Many fire departments require that all of their firefighters also be EMTs. How to stop bleeding, perform CPR, and assist breathing.

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How to Become a Better EMT in 24 Hours

Paramedic Training Spot

” A “code” for EMTs means the most severe medical emergency—a heart attack, with breathing and circulation compromised. A “non-code” is less severe- someone who is having an asthma attack or a person who is experiencing a seizure. Distinguish Between “Code” and a “Non-Code.”

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