Submitted by LoeschTwins t3_zswkh9 in massachusetts
pinko-perchik t1_j1b6gaq wrote
EMS has zero veterinary training, at best we can apply pressure to stop bleeding. No measuring vitals, no CPR, no AED, no medications, no splinting broken limbs—because that’s all different from the medical care we give humans.
You should hear the horror stories from vets whose patient’s pet-parents are human medical professionals who thought they could handle their pets’ emergency medical needs.
What a disgusting waste of resources. No amount of cop worship can turn a dog into a human. If you care so much, get an emergency veterinary transport unit. FTP
Icy-Conclusion-3500 t1_j1d00kc wrote
There is actually basic vet training going on for MA EMTs right now. Hopefully it can get more widespread soon
[deleted] t1_j1d7wg5 wrote
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Icy-Conclusion-3500 t1_j1d82m1 wrote
Absolutely agree they’re egregiously underpaid for the service they provide
spg1611 t1_j1doem0 wrote
You really don’t need much more training that putting pressure on a bullet wound… you really need to chill with the crying. How often do you actually think dogs are going to get transported? Like once a year? I mean yeesh by the way you’re upset you’d think this was a daily call
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