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Specifics vary based on the particular type of incident or medical condition, but you generally will always want to get a SAMPLE history: Signs or Symptoms of the problem, Allergies, Medications, Past pertinent history, Last oral intake, and the Events leading up to the incident. If the patient is stable (and depending on the protocols you need to follow), try to gather some of the patient's personal information (name, age, gender, race, SSN, address, insurance).
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What can cause one to have anal pain?
You need you EMT certificate, then your CPR certificate, then you will need your EMT-B certificate and then you can chose to up it to intermediate and then you can go for your EMT exam and hopefully pass.
Do EMT's need to repeat EMT training on a regular basis?
EMT's are to regularly attend training classes to insure they are up to date on procedures.
How do you become an EMT Paramedic after certification of EMT-basic?
It depends from state to state, but most requires you to work a full year as an EMT Basic before you can become an EMT Paramedic. You need to take the EMT Paramedic training and certification.
What kind of testing is required to receive my EMT Certification?
Bomb4: In order to receive your EMT Certification you need to take the EMT National Registry Exam.
Why cant emt treat gunshot victim until police arrive?
Paramedics and EMT can treat the victim as long as there is no worries of the suspect still being on scene. Most of the time when you hear a call either on the scanner or standing by is because the suspect is still in the area. All first responders except for the police carry guns.
What does it mean when an EMT has to suction?
A device the EMT has in the ambulance sucks all the junk out of the mouth. To suction means to make use of this device- it will suction out the mouth so that the victim has an open airway. Most times it's puke
What do I need to do to obtain an emt certification?
To obtain an EMT certification, one must take an EMT course. This course is usually offered at colleges and vo-tech schools in your area.
How much is a emt salary per month and what are the qualification?
EMT can earn anywhere from 42000 and 72000 dollars a year. You will need 2 years of basic emt training which can be earned at many universatries.
How long does it take for students to complete their courses at Emt Schools?
EMT schools can take about 6 months to a year. You need hands on training.
What degree do I need to become an emergency medical technician?
You just need an EMT certification.
How do i get my emt certification?
You can get your emt certification at www.nremt.org. Another good way to get the certification is through www.allalliedhealthschools.com/faqs/emt
Who is responsible for the medical evacuation of the sick and wounded?
the commanding officer - as directed/based on info from... the most senior medical personnel?
