Pros And Cons Of An Emergency Medical Dispatcher
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An Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) responds to emergency calls and sends out the proper authorities to resolve the situation. You may be able to begin your career as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher with only a high school diploma. However, some states do have post-secondary training requirements, and certification may be required as well. The median annual salary of an Emergency Medical Dispatcher as of January 2018 is $48,000. On a daily basis, they receive calls containing concerns of a wide variety such as traumatic injury, respiratory distress, abdominal pain, chest pain, falls, and sickness (average USA 911 calls a day is 219,178-328,,767). Pros: I would enjoy dealing with many of the interesting situations that would occur and helping …show more content…
In this essay, the author
- Explains that an emergency medical dispatcher responds to emergency calls and sends out the proper authorities to resolve the situation.
- Opines that an emergency medical technician (emt) provides out of hospital care and transportation for critically injured patients who access the emergencies medical services system.
- Explains that a crime scene investigator is trained to analyze crime scenes, collect evidence, process it, and return reports which can be used by law enforcement officials and members of governments.
Their education consists of a high school diploma and formal emergency training. The median annual salary of an Emergency Medical Technician as of January 2, 2018, is $34,481. On a daily basis, they deal with things such as car accidents, childbirth, violent trauma, heart attacks, and accidents. Pros: It would be fun living the fast life dealing with interesting situations. You don’t have to go to school for long. Cons: Your patients may die on you which is really terrifying. You’re under constant pressure and stress. The pay isn’t the best in the world for what you are doing. CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATOR A Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) is a professional who is trained to analyze crime scenes, collect evidence, then process that evidence, and return reports which can be used law enforcement officials and members of governments. Their education consists of a bachelor’s degree in forensic science, forensic anthropomorphology, or forensic biology. The median annual salary for a Crime Scene Investigator as of January 21, 2018, is $43,618. On a daily basis, they deal with things such as collecting and examining evidence present at a crime scene, such as fingerprints, hairs, and fibers, later to be examined in a
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- Explains that emts working in a 911 setting who go back to school are likely to remain in the health care profession.
- Explains that the study will only focus on emts in the 911 setting, which has longer shifts.
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In this essay, the author
- Explains that an emergency physician works as a team with nurses and other physicians in hospitals. they have to know all the body systems and how to triage and do it quickly.
- Explains that they are required to perform a wide variety of cardiothoracic and vascular procedures such as inserting chest tubes used to drain excess fluid in the chest cavity.
- Explains that the most effective forms of medicine started in the 1800s, with doctors graduating from medical school and doing residency training. the first book on emergency medicine was written by c. allan birch during the 1940s.
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- Explains that the 9-1-1 emergency dispatcher dispatches a call to the local fire department. this is the 4th time this week they have been called out to same old man with the same complaints.
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- Explains that trauma and emergency departments are slightly different. emergency departments treat a variety of injuries and conditions, but trauma care department is necessary if the injuries are too severe.
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- Explains that crime scene investigators (csis) collect and analyze material evidence retrieved from crime scenes. the investigation could be derailed or delayed if the scene is disturbed or the investigator fails to notice a crucial clue
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- Opines that the investigative profession is not for the squeamish. it involves the analysis of gory details from scenes related to violent crimes or shocking accidents.
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- Explains the importance of understanding the law on the handling of different cases. most csi units work in collaboration with the police.
- Opines that having sketches or pictures of the crime scene is crucial, even though it is not a compulsory requirement, it's an added advantage to investigators.
- Explains that csis have to be in good physical health to efficiently perform their duties. it might be beneficial to engage in physical exercises and healthy diet to keep fit.
- Opines that every crime scene requires logic and in-depth analysis since there is no apparent similarity between two crime scenes. most csi investigators have a background in law enforcement, hence are familiar with legal processes.
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