rnmedic

First of all, Fiznat, you did good in doing the Right sided 12. It was warranted based on history. Someone asked a questiona bout flipping V1-V2, you do need to reverse them to get a true image of the right side (in as much as you get with that set-up). As for the Dr. reaction, don't let it get ya down. Each Doc puts a different level of importance on EKG ranging from worthless to definitive. And I am afraid that R sided EKGs are viewed farther toward the worthless side by most. I still think they are worthwhile in the field. Early detection and documentation of changes can be critical to pt care. While the findings of RVI could prevent you from a precipitous BP drop during treatment or at very least give you aheads up to prep the pacing pads. Keep being thorough and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. You will save more lives and be a better medic for it.

Enroute to a T-Bone MVC with entrapment...THe first Responders called to us with a pt report, obviously excited. They reported that we had 2 pts, one still entrapped and one that had been ejaculated by first response team. I nearly ran the ambulance off the road.

Hmmm, let's see. I live in in the small town of Houston in the southern portion of Texas (that small country south of the state of Oklahoma) lol. I am a Paramedic/RN and I work a local city 911 and the local ER. Great area to live (if you like bugs and humidity). I hope totalk to a few people on here!! Later!!