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EMT and Paramedics
When there is an auto accident or other emergency, EMT's and paramedics are usually the first to arrive. While both arrive in the ambulance, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT's) and paramedics are not the same, though they do very similar jobs. Here, you can ask questions about what it takes to become an EMT or paramedic, what they can and cannot do, how they help us, and any questions that you have about them and their jobs!
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What aircraft is used by the air ambulance service?
Jet-wise, LeerJets are the most popular among air ambulances. Although the LeerJet has long stopped production and was replaced by the BeechJet, Leer's have a larger passenger door allowing enough room for the onboard gurneys to be removed without taking the patient off the cot. Beech and newer aircraft have all sacrificed that door opening to get enough room to allow more rooms for seating. For propeller aircraft, the most popular for medevac crews and maintenance staff both are the KingAirs. I don't know the specific model numbers off the top of my head - I work in the back of them, not the front.
Paramedic salary varies from agency to agency. In the NYC area a paramedic working for a private "non-emergency" transport ambulance company makes around $21/Hr. The city 911 FDNY paramedics make around 24-29/Hr and the hospital based 911 paramdics (very hard to get a full time position) make 27-35/hr.
What risks do the paramedics have?
Being a paramedic is a dangerous occupation. The following are risks that paramedics may encounter in their work:
- A paramedic may make a call where the patient is in the final stage of AIDS. If the patient is bleeding and the paramedic isn't properly dressed in personal protective equipment or it fails, the paramedic could be exposed to AIDS.
- A paramedic may be called to a mental health patient who is armed with a gun and threatening the paramedic. Police should be on scene in such an instance but there is still danger involved.
- A paramedic may respond to a suicidal patient. There is a level of stress involved in dealing with a suicidal patient and there may be a threat made to the paramedic as well.
- A paramedic could make a call to a wreck where the car is in a swampy area or submerged in dirty water. The paramedic may encounter ticks or snakes while getting to the patient. They may even be scraped by rusty metal or encounter some other hazard.
- Paramedics are required to work during natural emergencies. They must go out during hurricanes and storms to get to patients who did not heed the warnings of emergency personnel to evacuate. This puts them in danger by being out on the road in that kind of weather and hazardous conditions.
Do you pay for ambulance services?
The Ambulance Service is Government Funded. You obviously pay tax to the government which is how they pay for the ambulance service and other resources.
US-Centric Answer:Yes, ambulance service will be billed to your insurance, or to you directly if you have no insurance coverage.
How far away from the scene should you park an ambulance?
Following an ambulance without its lights should be done like any other vehicle, a car length for every 10 mph. If the lights are on, 50 yards is a good distance to stay back. Emergency vehicles can and do make erratic lane changes and starts and stops.
Why do paramedic need to have a positive attitude?
A nurse does not NEED to be optimistic but if they are nice then it could make the patient's happier, and help them recover faster; it could also help the nurse coope with the bad situations they might face. I think a good nurse also needs to be empathetic and understand where the patient is coming from. I mean, would you want to be in a hospital bed and feeling sick and then have a mean nurse yell at you all the time? No way!
Are paramedics scared of blood?
You would not be able to hold down a job as a paramedic if you were scared of blood. What would you do if you had to attend a road accident. However, all paramedics should be cautious and wary when near blood as blood can be contaminated with diseases. When near blood they should wear protective clothing etc.
The Doppler effect.
It defines the relative change in frequency and wavelength of any waveform perceived by the observer when the observer is at a distance from the source and not with it.
Check out a flash animation to understand this effect better.
Is there a way to bring people back to life?
Yes. You are able to sign up to be frozen if you become ill and die and you will be unfrozen 50-100 years later when they find the cure for the disease that killed you. Also you can get a cheaper way of being frozen by just signing up to have your head chopped off and they can grow you a new body when the technology becomes available.
How much do ambulance Drivers get paid In the UK?
In the UK, there are no designated ambulance drivers. A crew will decide who is better suited for the shout's driving taking into consideration how long people have been working or wether there are any specific reasons a person is unable to drive. The salery for ambulance personell is usually £21,000-£31,000 depending on experience and role.
How much paramedics make in Florida?
they probably wont get that much considering its only a paramedic job you know !!
if you are considering becoming one i would avdvise you to just become a nurse or a doctor or something instead because you get a much better pay and you get to do all those other things you do.
but if not you could become a paramedic but don't expect to get sleep at night because you may just not get any if you are out driving someone to the hospital !!
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Why the word ambulance written backward?
im assuming that you mean the livery on vehicles. I cant find a specific date but i know that the livery was done this way because vehicle drivers may not be able to read the word when an ambulance is behind them. Because of this, they may worry that it might be a police vehicle.
Can I have paramedic training in EMT?
Yes you can have some paramedic training at EMT (Emergency medical technician). At EMT you can take the practical training so you will become an expert. The experience you will own help you after studies to your future work.
How much it costs when you call for ambulance?
nothing, 999 england, 911 america, Anywhere in Australia 000, Emergency Numbers are usually FREE.
What is a EMT initial assessment for the upper airway?
EMT initial assessment for the upper airway. Airway and breathing are assessed at the same time.
- Look: External and Internal portions of the airway. Note trauma vomitus, fluids, objects, cyanotic skin, chest rise and fall, assess respiration's or lack thereof.
- Listen: Are respiration's present, are they noisy, gurgling present.
- Feel: Do you feel on your cheek warm humid exhalation, how much air do you feel.
- Management: Correct anything that threatens respiration's Insert OPA or NPA to maintain airway if required; or if trained insert EOA or endotracheal tube. If weak or no respiration's give O2. Confirm adequate respiration's before checking circulation, the next step.
Continue CPR for 2 minutes> Reassess rhythm> If VF, Shock> Continue CPR for 2 min> Intubate> IV> EPI 1mg and so on.
What is a paramedic's salary in Michigan?
Paramedic pay can range for a varrying number of reasons. From where you received your credentials, to number of years of experience. The national average is aroun 36-37k a year currently. Starting out you can expect to see numbers in this range if you are fully certified. Research what you plan to do with the paramedic degree, you can work private company, hospital, government, and all these will vary your pay.
How old do you have to be to join st johns ambulance cadets?
10 years old to be in the cadets, however i am a cadet and we have a 9 year old
What multiplier would be used for EMT conduit to make a 45 degree offset bead?
The multiplier for a 45 degree bend is 1.4142 (rounded off to 1.4) times the height of the offset. All offset multipliers are the cosecant of the angle. (inverse of the sine of the angle). However, 45 degree offsets are very difficult to pull wire through and should be avoided. Always bend your EMT to the shallowest angle you can for the distance you have to do it in.
What is the hourly wage for an EMT?
In some companies about as much as I can get paid to make a sandwich at Subway. Ironic isn't it, however don't get into the field because you hope to get rich, or because you hope to be a "HERO", and definitely don't get into this field if you plan to just be an "EMT" Bunny!! Go into this field not thinking about yourself or your own needs at all. Consider the patient, the life you can help save, the conversations you will share with nervous, sick people, and the hope that you offer others that by doing your best.... good things will happen. And most importantly do it for the smile on your face at the end of the day.
