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Brian

U.S.
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  • Knowledgeability 10.0
  • Clarity of Response 10.0
  • Timeliness 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 15
 I am a retired Paramedic/Respiratory Therapist and have held certifications in ACLS, PALS, NALS, Trauma rescue and was a certified lab instructor and lecturer for the Paramedic curriculum.

Chris Holbus

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 10.0
  • Clarity of Response 10.0
  • Timeliness 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 11
 I can answer questions from current or potential EMTs and Paramedics in regards to helping acheive success in the National Registry Examinations, current trends and issues, scene management, training, equipment, professionalism, documentation, and other important topics. In addition to that, I can be a neutral and objective third party in cases where the call does not have a favorable outcome or if there was difference in opinion between crew members in regards to the best approach to patient care.

Beth

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.77
  • Clarity of Response 10.0
  • Timeliness 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 42
 I can answer questions relating to emergency services within the United States specializing in rural EMS, long distance and critical care transports as well as the role of emts and paramedics in industrial and emergency room settings. I can also answer questions related to training of emt and paramedic.

Jim Wilson

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.97
  • Clarity of Response 10.0
  • Timeliness 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 90
 I can answer questions regarding training, education, and experiences as well as providing some incite into the world of Emergency Medical Services.

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2009-11-09 paramedics and diseases:

Good morning Shayna: I appreciate the opportunity you have given me to answer this question for you. First off, let me congratulate you on you going to EMT-Basic school. You are going to be given

2009-11-05 EMT student:

Hi Shayna, I will tackle your questions in order... Regarding the lifting many agencies now have power-assist stretchers which certainly help HOWEVER, you MUST be able to lift your "fair share".

2009-11-02 Physical Training:

Hello, First of all congrats on your desire to pursue this wonderful and rewarding field ! The physical requirements to be employed vary depending on whether you are applying to a private service or

2009-11-02 Work places:

Hi Amy, Good question....there are VAST differences. And those differences can really make a difference as to whether or not you truly enjoy your job. Fire Department and EMS EMT's and Paramedics

2009-10-29 Age limit to become a paramedic.:

Hi Paula, The simple answer is this; the ONLY limits are those set by the individual involved. I personally know a Paramedic who was 70 when she finally decided to put the stethoscope away. The

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