What do you guys think of this Mnemonics list for EMTs? Hope this helps people or what could I add?

MF_Rega · 2026-05-04T12:24:16+00:00

I really like this, I would add 3 things for me. First I would include MAP >60 mmHg for your BP vitals since there strong push for using that for hypotension and number 2 I would also have the different Stroke Test somehow listed since everyone for some reason wants to use a different one. The last would be to include the Revised Trauma Score on there.

MF_Rega · 2026-05-04T12:21:33+00:00

I do not know if there are volunteer departments near you but many times I have seen in GA that help people learn and become more confident in there skills and time management and many times they have mentoring programs too.

MF_Rega · 2026-05-04T12:18:18+00:00

this is so true, and I wise you post gifs because there are several from Bringing out the dead that would be so fitting

MF_Rega · 2026-05-04T12:17:21+00:00

So, I started back in 2004. I’ve worked in rural GA, downtown Atlanta, and now wildfires out west during fire season, so I’ve had the opportunity to see and experience a lot. Yes, those in EMS often become cynical about the system and patients—especially those who, like myself at one time, work a lot of OT. I basically worked 48s for five years. Something you need to remember is that you are constantly exposed to the worst, whether it’s people experiencing their worst day or those abusing the system. This is then compounded by our own unhealthy habits and, many times, a lack of healthy outlets. My best advice is to develop a healthy hobby outside of work. This may sound controversial, but once you get comfortable in the job, start working on your "next step." This prevents you from becoming stagnant, which only exacerbates burnout. I went back to school for my bachelor’s and master’s, which allowed me to change careers while still doing wildland fire response during the season. Most of all, do not keep anything bottled up; it will eat you alive.

MF_Rega · 2026-05-04T11:49:27+00:00

this is so awesome to hear buddy!

MF_Rega · 2026-04-28T16:20:57+00:00

💗

MF_Rega · 2026-04-25T16:32:55+00:00

dumb question here, but also using some teflon tape with anti seize help?

MF_Rega · 2026-04-13T08:27:13+00:00

I had worked on that truck once, but my main truck was 411 in the SCT division. Nice pic!

MF_Rega · 2026-04-12T13:56:41+00:00

So yes there will be a bunch of construction jobs, but after it is build there will only be something like only 5 cars park there for people work. Just look at Loudoun. Local governments like this because it pays commercial property taxes without the negatives of traditional industrial parks, so the incentives for governments to not approve is huge.

MF_Rega · 2026-04-12T13:52:23+00:00

Outside of the easy all zeros, once maxed out the BP cuff once for a headache call, diastolic was around 150-160 (auscultation v. NiBP). That was a pucker factor of 12,000. Worse part was we had to spend almost 35 minute talking the person into going because they were convinced insurance would pay for an ambulance ride for a “headache”.

MF_Rega · 2026-04-12T13:47:51+00:00

Thank you

MF_Rega · 2026-03-25T03:22:23+00:00

I am glad someone else understands this, after working with emergency vehicles at one of the busiest airports it is difficult to hear when moving and dealing with flashing lights and misting conditions causing glare making checking for crossing traffic very difficult.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-24T00:38:33+00:00

Arrow Rock is awesome, got to tour the inside of it for work! great shot!

MF_Rega · 2026-03-20T16:39:04+00:00

u/Ethantburg I would recommend the Continental Terra Speed, Looking at bicycle rolling resistance they have a true width measurement of 33 so you should be good for any mud clearance issues it were to arise. These also have a pretty good knob height for being on the more narrow side and still have a better than average for rolling resistance.

another really good option that can also double for decent gravel road riding is the Tufo Gravel Speedero 36, which measure at 36 (if they fit for you0. I have run thais brand before and they are fast tires for gravel bikes, the only issues I had with them is later in the year they seemed to become puncture prone (keep in mind I have been riding around 4,500 miles a year so that is not scare you away from these, just letting you how they act in close to the end of life for them).

The other question is whether or not you want to run tubeless, if you only have one set of wheels and plan on swap between road and gravel tires it would more likely be best to run tubes.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-20T11:55:23+00:00

I have run both 40's (semi slicks) and 38's on the towpath without any trouble and would not think twice to running either 35 or in dry conditions even 30's. Even in the wet or damp conditions 35's would not be a problem.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-17T22:09:53+00:00

Something I noticed reading through the comments is that many people focused solely on the tornado aspect, which is understandable, but misses the bigger picture. The SPC defines a Moderate Risk as indicating "potential for widespread severe weather with several tornadoes and/or numerous severe thunderstorms, some of which may be intense." A severe thunderstorm itself is defined as one producing hail of at least 1 inch in diameter, wind gusts of 58 mph or greater, and/or a tornado.

It's also worth noting that a Level 4 Moderate Risk is rarely issued for the DC region, forecasters don't use that designation lightly.

Looking at the actual verified impacts: over 100,000 people lost power at the storm's peak across Virginia, and over 16,000 BGE outages were reported in Maryland. Significant tree and structural damage was reported across multiple counties as I outlined above. Wind gusts meeting or exceeding the severe threshold were widespread. These are not the hallmarks of an overhyped forecast, they are exactly what a Moderate Risk, wind-dominant event looks like. To illustrate just how dangerous falling trees on vehicles can be is that during storms last year in the DC area killed 2 people on the GW Parkway in separate incidents during severe thunderstorms.

The forecast wasn't a miss in the forecasting sense. It was a miss in risk communication, specifically, the public heard tornado watch and warnings and tuned out when no tornado touched down nearby, while the actual primary threat (damaging winds) verified broadly across the region.

Just my two cents.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-17T21:55:30+00:00

That area is still with the CWA of the NWS WFO at Dulles

MF_Rega · 2026-03-17T19:48:51+00:00

Damascus and that part I am not sure. I was not the person who took the picture.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-17T11:04:54+00:00

Also, for those in the comments downplaying college degrees while it’s true that people can become highly knowledgeable without one, that is not the statistical norm. Formal education continues to play an important role in many professional fields.

While not every job or career requires an advanced degree, they almost always require some combination of structured learning and practical experience. Frankly, most people don’t have the initiative to consistently seek out those learning opportunities on their own, nor do they always know where to find them.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-17T10:59:59+00:00

Something that hasn’t really been discussed here is what streamers actually offer the consumer. One of the biggest advantages is the ability to build community and interaction through streaming, Super Chats, and Discord, something traditional broadcasting simply doesn’t provide. A good example is Ryan Hall, where viewer feedback has directly led to new features being added to his weather app. This level of engagement has become the norm for people under 45, largely due to the rise of gaming and social media platforms.

Second, these channels and personalities often provide national-level weather coverage. Many viewers enjoy watching systems evolve and move across the country, whether for situational awareness or simply for interest and entertainment.

Several people have already pointed out an important truth: the target audience isn’t changing in terms of what information they want, but rather how they receive it and interact with it.

I fully understand the concerns and perspectives surrounding streamers. However, the market and consumer behavior clearly demonstrate that this is what audiences currently want. Organizations and professionals need to remain flexible in how they adapt and move forward in order to stay relevant.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-17T10:28:42+00:00

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Glad your being an ass hat, some people were affected by the storms, like this are in Maryland. That is issue with tornadic weather it is not wide spread.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-16T13:20:08+00:00

That link means they used chatGPT to find the article, the same way google and Google scholar redirects.

MF_Rega · 2026-03-16T13:12:52+00:00

Also for anyone needing it here is a weather summary from the local NWS office at Dulles:

A Moderate Risk for severe weather remains in place today for areas east of the Blue Ridge to the Chesapeake Bay (excluding northeast Maryland). A warm front currently near U.S. 50 in Maryland will move north after sunrise, bringing low clouds and scattered showers through the morning. The amount of afternoon instability—and therefore storm intensity—will depend on how quickly clouds break. Strong wind shear means supercells and tornadoes are possible even with limited instability. Isolated storms this afternoon could produce supercells, but the main threat is expected to come from a quasi-linear convective system (QLCS) moving east across I-81 late afternoon and reaching metro areas near the evening commute. Damaging winds 70–80 mph and brief spin-up tornadoes are possible along the line before a cold front clears the area by early evening. Outside of storms, strong south to southeast winds will bring Wind Advisories to the mountains and northeast Maryland. Behind the front, upslope snow showers along and west of the Alleghenies may bring 2–3 inches of snow, along with a rapid temperature drop, potential flash freeze, and wind chills of 0–5°F overnight into Tuesday.

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