Be willing to speak up. Sometimes you might be the only person to notice something important. 

We need resiliency in this field. We are all still learning, so stand up and advocate for your patient.

Regardless of your level of care, you need to advocate for your patient. 

The hierarchy is largely in your mind. Don't be afraid to approach someone with a perceived higher status than your own.

Take ownership over patient care

Confidence varies in how long it takes to develop

Be willing to be uncomfortable, it is how you will continue to learn

Be willing to make mistakes

EMS to in-hospital care can be a steep learning curve even as an EMT

We talk IV’s and IO’s, staples, “foley buddies and “no no zones” discussion

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Full show notes can be found here: Episodes - Practical EMS - Content for EMTs, PAs, Paramedics

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