Episode 24 – Let the Fear Take the Wheel and Steer - EVOC and Graduation

In this episode, we’re officially on the other side of EMT school — but not without one last gut check. We break down our EVOC experience, what we thought emergency vehicle operations would be versus what actually matters, and why “due regard” isn’t just a legal phrase — it’s a mindset. We also reflect on graduation, testing anxiety, and the strange emotional whiplash of finally being done… and immediately thinking about what’s next.

From cone courses and uncomfortable realizations to why slowing down can actually save more lives, this one ties together the end of EMT school with the beginning of real-world responsibility.

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Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Intro, EVOC nerves, and expectations vs reality

50:55 – Graduation, practical exams, and NREMT head games

01:29:40 - Medical Term of the Week: Due Regard

01:46:03 - EVOC After Action Report

01:54:45 – Tools of the Trade: ANSI / NZ 107 High-Visibility Safety Vest

02:04:40 – Student Tip of the Week: Scene safety isn’t optional — make yourself visible

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and storytelling purposes only. It is not medical advice or official EMT training. Always follow your accredited instructors and local protocols.

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Episode 23 - ROSC You Like a Hurricane – Resuscitation

Resuscitation is one of the heaviest and most misunderstood topics in EMS. In this episode, we break down what resuscitation really looks like in the prehospital environment — from recognizing cardiac arrest and organizing a response, to understanding rhythms, defibrillation, and when transport versus continued on-scene care makes sense. We also talk candidly about expectations, teamwork, and what “success” really means in resuscitation.

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Episode Breakdown

00:00:08 – Intro, shoutouts, and dedication

00:15:18 – A message from our sponsor: Master Medical Equipment

00:22:02 – Medical Term of the Week: Triangle of Life

00:35:42 – Main topic discussion: Resuscitation

01:49:00 – When do we stop? Termination of resuscitation, protocols, and medical direction

02:08:11 – Tools of the Trade: AED (Sponsored by Master Medical Equipment + Defibtech)

02:33:54 – Student Tip of the Week: Take a CPR/AED class

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and storytelling purposes only. It is not medical advice or official EMT training. Always follow your accredited instructors and local protocols.

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Episode 22 – Four Quadrant Death Hunch - Abdominal Emergencies

Abdominal pain is one of the most common — and most underestimated — complaints in EMS. In this episode, we break down abdominal emergencies through anatomy, assessment, and red flags that should immediately raise concern. From peritonitis and appendicitis to abdominal aortic aneurysms and referred pain, we focus on what EMTs need to recognize early and why “just belly pain” is never something to ignore.

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Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Intro and episode setup

03:30 – Why abdominal emergencies are difficult to assess in the field

31:45 – Medical Term of the Week: Peritonitis

44:55 – Abdominal quadrants, anatomy, and what organs live where

50:45 – Peritoneum vs retroperitoneal space and why it matters

58:15 – Types of abdominal pain, including referred pain

01:19:00 – Abdominal aortic aneurysm and life-threatening red flags

01:51:00 – Tools of the Trade: Thermometers and recognizing infection/sepsis

02:05:30 – Student Tip of the Week: Never dismiss abdominal pain

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and storytelling purposes only. It is not medical advice or official EMT training. Always follow your accredited instructors and local protocols.

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