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Tag Archives: drama
You got what you asked for
(3 votes, average: 3.67 out of 5)
Loading ...Structure fire. An older woman is sitting in a chair on the sidewalk several houses down, absolutely hysterical, and surrounded by other absolutely hysterical people. “SHE NEEDS AN AMBULANCE!” She wasn’t even in the burning structure; she just lives next … Continue reading
Loveline
(2 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...Hey dude at this overdose call, Your girlfriend is a crazy bitch. She took a bunch of pills and alcohol after arguing with you. She lies about it and about why she took them but too bad we’re not exactly … Continue reading
Sometimes, ignoring patients is best for them
(2 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...One of the downsides of working a non-transport unit is that I don’t have the means to use the most effective treatment for panic attacks. Forget “psychological coaching.” With an ambulance, we evacuate the patient from the scene, usually a … Continue reading
It’s quite simple
(2 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5) Loading ...If you don’t want to pay for the ambulance, especially when we’re here for a stupid-ass panic attack, there’s a very, very simple solution – DON’T CALL US. Duh. Now either stop your drama or get on the fucking gurney. … Continue reading
A good investment (I hope)
(No Ratings Yet) Loading ...The other day we spent 30 minutes at the residence of a 40-year-old woman with a history of anxiety attacks* who had an anxiety attack. Despite my intense distaste for anxiety attacks and the people who ridiculously involve 911 when … Continue reading
