THEBEAR

In my region we give 0.4mg ntg every 5 minutes as long as bp remains above 100 systolic. We can also add an inch of ntg paste as an alternative or in addition to ntg spray with the same bp requirements. Lasix is 40 mg or twice the Pt's single dose, up to 160 mg. We used to have morphine in the protcol but they took that out recently. I always thought the morpine really helped with the bad CHF'ers. We are now looking at adding C-PAP.

I think Iv'e met most of the Scitt family, but it has been made clear to me on more than one occation, that I don't know Jack.

I ride and I admit I usually don't wear a helmet. It's my choice and I prefer to keep it that way. I don't think it's a reflection of my intelligence or lack there of. I am, otherwise a safe and responsible Rider. Riding defensively at safe speeds and staying alert will protect you more then a helmet. Everybody has their own level of risk they're willing to take and I don't feel the Government should decide that for us.

While I am trained in the areas you mention, I have different obligations while working as a Medic. There is more to consider than just your training. When I am working as a medic I'm not wearing the protective equipment that I am as a Firefighter. I'm no good to my Pt's if I'm injured. I wouldn't hesitate to act as necessary in an immediate life threatening situation but if there is time and personal properly equipped to perform rescue then it's best left to them.

LOL! Probably the biggest bon fire they had been to in a while!

Your very young and have plenty of time to get in the field. Make your health your top priority, you'll need it in this field. It may seem like an opportunity is slipping away but you have youth on your side and you never know what future oppurnunities lie ahead. Get well!