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Tag Archives: drugs
I don’t know everything
(1 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)
Loading ...In fact, I don’t know a lot of things. A goofball who looks like Leo from the That 70s Show comes to the front of the station. “Hey, I need some help.” “O-kaaaaaaaaay?” Please don’t be a medical call. Please … Continue reading
The parable of the drug addict*
(4 votes, average: 3.00 out of 5) Loading ...A dropout drug addict calls 911 and demands narcotics. He says rude, ridiculous things and insults the crew. The crew ignores him and tells him to sit quietly on the gurney. He is brought to the ED, where he demands, … Continue reading
How to write a PCR properly
(8 votes, average: 4.50 out of 5) Loading ...Be matter-of-fact. Be detailed. Record your surroundings. No subjective opinions. Use direct quotes. For example: This was a 25-year-old male who was found on the couch of a rather tidy residence with his head up his ass. He otherwise appeared … Continue reading
I told you so
(7 votes, average: 4.29 out of 5) Loading ...I think it’s interesting that some hospitals have such restrictive policies regarding the use of restraints. It’s also interesting that some ED staff members adopt such a naive and coddling approach toward people who should be in restraints. Even more … Continue reading
Welcome to the sad, bleak real world
(3 votes, average: 3.67 out of 5) Loading ...Code 3 for the unknown. It’s a women’s shelter for people with substance abuse issues. Usually accompanied by psychiatric history. Cops are there before us with a woman sitting at a table, handcuffed. “They say she was banging her head … Continue reading
