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Exactly What Is It That an EMT Does?

NCOAE

Depending on the state, EMTs are authorized to administer 10 to 20 different medications, including epinephrine for an anaphylactic reaction, narcan for an overdose, or albuterol for an asthma attack. Non-emergent medical transport is also common. Shifts most commonly are 12 or 24 hours. Where Else do EMTs Work?

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6 Things You Won’t Learn in EMS School

Mile High Ambulance

There is no better way to make me never trust you as a provider or distrust your medical practices than if you practice punitive medicine. “We We slammed 2 of Narcan on this last guy, you should’ve seen the amount of puke.” This is a personal peeve of a lot of folks, myself included.

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