MedicFord

We actually already have a demo in hand and we are trying to present it to management as we have to stock in on 14 ALS trucks and do it all from in house stock! So, we are trying to get as much evidence, facts, and data as possible! Thank you for your input though!

I like to err on the side of pt always! It depends on a few things: Do I know the first responder What is the level of training How are they acting etc... Things like that. I have already had a First Responder show up at a "MVA" who looked like he had just come from the trailer park. There was a light bar that was welded and taped together then bungee corded to his mini van. He told me that the pt was in a diabetic shock. It was about 110 degrees said day and the pts car had just broke down after she was just fired from her job. The first responder was insisting that he drive the ambulance to the hospital for us. Long story short she was a RMA. I have had other First Responders on scene that I have actually taken to the hospital with me to assist with treatment. It is really a judgment call. I like to listen to what they have to say first, then talk to the pt, and then will I form an opinion of what they said and how I will continue from there! I think what you did was fine and personally wouldnt have had any problems let you continue with treating and packaging and thanked you!

I am looking for input on the Argyle Turkel Safety needle. The company that I am wish is looking at a new needle for chest decompression. I have done some research and have only good things about this. However, the only things that I could find are from hospitals. I am looking for input from the street! Just the basics, pros, cons, ups, downs, what you think, just things like that would be amazing!