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A day in the life…

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Of Medic Three. 

Well, maybe a few days.
This week I have had:
  • 1 SOB, that could have used the CPAP unit that “we” decided “we” didn’t need and sent back. Guess what, we’re reording it.  This wasn’t my call, but en route my partner attempted 14 IVs. Not. Even. Kidding. Had to restock the whole damn truck. If you need a line that bad: a) use an IO. b) call for a chopper–cause they very well could be one of the few pts that deserve Air Medical Services.
  • 1 8 YOWM who got his head conked by a swing. Had a goose egg the size of a softball. HX of seizures and CP, has VNS implant—that shit is cool.
  • 1 Drunk at 7 am complaining of “a huge heart attack”.  Diagnosis at hospital: Pulled muscle
  • 1 Frequent flyer–or should I say frequent faller. I was convinced of a femur fracture or hip dislocation. Leg shortened and rotated. Wouldn’t let me touch it, etc. Nada. Shoulda known better, 
  • 1 syncopal episode on the interstate. PT not only fine upon arrival, but wayyyyyyyyy healthier than I am.
I feel like crap. My Celiac Test came back negative. My other tests are all within normal limits. I go in for an Ultra Sound on Wednesday, just to make sure my fat ass isn’t pregnant. 
Posted by on October 12, 2008 • Filed under: Code 3, Coping • Tagged: ,
  • Evil Transport Lady

    I hate to say it, but I’m almost sorry your celiac test came back negative. You’d have an answer then at least. And be able to start treatment, or life changes.I hope they do find out what is wrong, get better fast!

  • Bernice

    My mom’s celiac test came back negative, but she still has sensitivities to all the indicators. Try eating as if you do have celiacs and hopefully the result will be you feeling better.

  • MedicThree

    ETL–I agree. I didn’t WANT to have celiacs, but I did want an answer. Bernice–I’ve considered this. I have a few tests that need to rule a few things out, and I might just give it a try, though my style of cooking will be completely challenged!

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