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Which is better, Paramedic or EMT?
Just a general question. I'm planning on becoming one of these, but I don't know which yet. Any suggestions?
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Todd D.’s Answer
You need to earn your EMT BEFORE moving on to Paramedic. Moreover, it is a good idea to work in the field for a year before moving on, just so you have an idea of what you are doing.
Additionally, with all the changes in scope of practice, EMTs are now allowed to perform some aspects that were Paramedic skills just a few years ago.
Contrary to the other response, both EMTs and Paramedics respond to emergencies, check how patients are doing, and give basic care right away, take charge of patient care in the field, make important treatment decisions, and talk to medical facilities.
Additionally, with all the changes in scope of practice, EMTs are now allowed to perform some aspects that were Paramedic skills just a few years ago.
Contrary to the other response, both EMTs and Paramedics respond to emergencies, check how patients are doing, and give basic care right away, take charge of patient care in the field, make important treatment decisions, and talk to medical facilities.
Thank you, Todd D. for the advice.
Emmalee
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Phillips’s Answer
EMTs typically provide BLS (basic life saving ) treatment, depending on protocols. Paramedics have an increased scope of practice that provide ALS (advanced life saving) treatment. Paramedic school is longer
Thank you so much!
Emmalee
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CHUNTING’s Answer
I understand that job responsibilities can vary:
- EMT: They quickly respond to emergency calls, check how patients are doing, and give basic care right away. They also help paramedics and other medical staff.
- Paramedic: They take charge of patient care in the field, make important treatment decisions, use advanced life-support tools, and talk to medical facilities.
hope this is helpful to you. thank you.
- EMT: They quickly respond to emergency calls, check how patients are doing, and give basic care right away. They also help paramedics and other medical staff.
- Paramedic: They take charge of patient care in the field, make important treatment decisions, use advanced life-support tools, and talk to medical facilities.
hope this is helpful to you. thank you.
Thank you, CHUNTING!
Emmalee