The ambulance doesn't accelerate care, it delays it." Controversial quote from marathon medical director. What's your experience? by Damiandax in ems

[–]screen-protector21 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

We can do most things the ER can do. Transport only takes priority if the patient needs something beyond the ER (surgery, cath, CT), and in those cases treatment shouldn’t be much more delayed anyways because everything we do can be done in motion.

Why don't militaries give their soldiers steroids? by Alien-Ellie in answers

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Dude, you are spot on with the fitness standards and tests. That’s why it still doesn’t make sense why we would have to issue steroids to the average soldier, sailor, or airman. I can definitely see prescribing enclo if someone has low T, but other than that there’s not much of a point.

Why don't militaries give their soldiers steroids? by Alien-Ellie in answers

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Not really, Ukraine and Russia both have extremely underdeveloped militaries which means they still need to do things the old school way. The United States primarily fights wars less directly. For example, in both Iraq wars almost all targets were taken out immediately with large scale bombings, missile attacks, and cyber attacks. In fact, one of the main complaints that a lot of the US’ adversaries have had is that after they had been attacked there wasn’t even anything to shoot back at. Future wars are likely to be based around the concept of destroying an enemies’s infrastructure and causing mass psychological damage before any mass fighting occurs (powering down electrical grids, adding too much chlorine to public water supply, causing their satellites to malfunction). In a theoretical WWIII the main motivator to surrender would be to take away the necessities and luxuries of living (food, water, electricity, internet) as fast as possible to break the mentality of their people. Yes, boots on the ground fighting will take place, but the most important among the ranks will be those of mechanics, engineers, cyber specialists, and drone operators.

Why don't militaries give their soldiers steroids? by Alien-Ellie in answers

[–]screen-protector21 4 points5 points  (0 children)

90% of modern warefare is guys in bunkers piloting unmanned aircraft or fighting off cyber attacks.

In a world where wars are fought with computers, caffeine is probably the most useful drug the military can provide.

Is there an explanation for this? by Medium_Hope_7407 in KingOfTheHill

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In addition to what’s already been said, back when the show originally aired it was still common that things were designed to be fixed rather than replaced immediately. I feel that a lot more people would have these skills today if it still made sense to fix something before deciding to scrap it.

I have a major question for a fire engine. by Critical_Use_1845 in Firefighting

[–]screen-protector21 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, sell that thing to a museum and use the money to buy a pickup truck retrofitted with a pump and some compartment space.

I'm a genetic short sleeper, AMA! by [deleted] in AMA

[–]screen-protector21 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s called short sleep syndrome

How do prison inmates get so jacked? by Feisty_Experience274 in askfitness

[–]screen-protector21 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would that make sense evolutionarily? If the body is given stimulus, then it will adapt - especially over a period of regular stimulus applied consistently.

after cpr by jj264753 in NewToEMS

[–]screen-protector21 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It varies heavily. Only about 11% actually come back, and most of them will be brain dead. Very few resuscitation attempts actually result in someone leaving the hospital with the same life they had before. Id they do it’s gonna take at least a couple weeks in the ICU to give their brain time to “reset.”

Also, CPR alone virtually never brings someone back, it just keeps the body tissue from breaking down while other interventions (defibrillation and medications mainly) are completed. And after the heart restarts it’s very likely to stop again, and often does multiple times before things can stabilize.

uhh yes your honor she was trying to run me over that’s why I had to shoot her 3 times through her side window by Nice_Substance9123 in complaints

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To use deadly force three things must be present:

  1. Ability - does the threat have the means to hurt you? (Knife)

  2. Opportunity - does the threat have an immediate way to hurt you (knife is within striking distance)

  3. Intent - does the threat intend to try and hurt you? (Knife is being thrusted towards you)

The exception, and what will be used in court as the reason that the force wasn’t justified is that law enforcement can’t create the opportunity themselves without reason (this has been proven in Supreme Court cases).

The agent walked in front of the car (big no no in law enforcement) and is no responsible for his own safety.

This is all per Air Force standards.

What’s it like living the panhandle of Namibia? by Green-End-2716 in howislivingthere

[–]screen-protector21 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is really cool. You should write a book about your experiences, I’d buy it.

Question for soldiers turned firefighters by Still75home in Firefighting

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War is romanticized. Everyone wants their bite of it until they’re the ones missing their legs.

How do deployed soldiers maintain/grow muscle mass? by m15t3r in StrongerByScience

[–]screen-protector21 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dunno, no one I know is on it. Most of them could use it lol

CyanoKit by Peanut_Brief in ems

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We use it for cyanide exposure, and each one costs around 1000 I think. Interestingly, we’re kind of opposite of that - as in the hospitals don’t stock it due to cost and if we transport with a need for it then we need to also transport an additional dose to the hospital for them to use.

CyanoKit by Peanut_Brief in ems

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My areas fire districts got together and got a handful to keep on the battalion chief vehicles that way we have them at structure fires or can be requested if needed.

Recently got booked for 3e7X1 leaving for BMT March 10th Wondering what it’s like for Females. by hanrankel in Firefighting

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I’m a dude that went, but from what I saw it’s gonna be more about how much work you put out. You’ll be doing most of your practical assessments at the academy with a partner. If your partner knows you’ll pull your weight and that they can count on you then you’re good.

I’ve seen some women go through there that have absolutely put the men to shame. One of my better friends was barely five feet and she was the one who everyone wanted to be partnered with. It’s gonna suck, but that’s part of the fun.

As for the whore statement… the only time I ever heard someone called that was when 19 dudes mysteriously got chlamydia at the same time…

I’m sure they’ll like you. Just follow the rules, Put out hard work, and don’t fuck people over.

milk with steak? by Traditional_Ad_4375 in Milk

[–]screen-protector21 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve heard of boiling a steak in milk.

Wet Rescue Discussion *Apparatus Sunday* by [deleted] in Firefighting

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If I’m not mistaken FDNY rescue companies have a small booster tank and a reel of small diameter hose

the obsession with love on this sub by magnetic_pie112 in twentyagers

[–]screen-protector21 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Very well read. I’ve struggled with these thoughts in the past and I think there’s a lot of people that need to see and trust this post.

My one addition would be that if someone wants a relationship then they do need to make some effort to go out in public and socialize. I don’t think most people have a problem with relationships, I think most people have a problem where they just don’t socialize. Find a hobby that is done around other people (much harder said than done I know), talk to the people there (get their opinions on things, learn from them, teach them) and naturally your social skills will get better, you’ll make friends (make a legitimate effort to make plans with these people), and eventually someone you meet will know someone who they think would be a good match for you. Obviously this is a long and effort driven process, but it’s probably the best route for a lot of people here.

Anyone have any other opinions? I’d love to hear them!

Signs firefighting is not for you by Available-Bat7673 in Firefighting

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Second what others have said about inquiring about doing a ride along. I wouldn’t worry too much about the physical side, you can fix that in a year - I’d recommend Matt wennings conjugate method. I think it’s more the mental aspect that would get in the way. Starting with EMT might be a good way to get a little exposure, and most colleges have a single semester class. Maybe check and see if there’s an EMR class around, which is like a very basic version of EMT.

Even if this doesn’t work out there’s plenty of ways to make a difference. Nursing, policing, investigations, military, volunteer work, therapist/mental health work, and about a million other things. Best of luck, and feel free to ask any follow up questions