Passing the time

I passed my National Registry EMT-B written test. Although there was never really any doubt (ahem), it's still nice to see the words "pass" next to your name. I'm planning on getting registered as an EMT-B in Texas, and will try to do some volunteer shifts in hospital ER's and ambulances in Dallas and Houston in the coming months. More training, more learning...it never stops. Reminds me of a favorite quote: "Luck is when preparation meets opportunity".

I have been training with Rick Roufus (6x world kickboxing champion) for the last couple of years. I've had a lot of time to train recently, something about not having a job. Among the other things I'll miss in Arizona, I'll definitely miss working up a sweat with Rick.

Thanks big guy.

Yes, I am THAT fast.

Done

Finished. Completed. Done. Over.

Of course, it'll be about 4-6 weeks until the score from our National Registry Exam are available. Waiting sucks. But the knowledge and experience from the last four weeks I will remember for a long time to come.

Reducing a shoulder dislocation? Delivering a baby? Making a traction splint from a hiking pole, rope, and towels? Bring it on.

This guy may not make it though.

Studying hard...or hardly studying?

Sir. We're like EMT's or something...can we help you? Don't mind the blood.

Instructors Hovey and Erica singing about our grades.

Instructor Brian demonstrating proper baby-delivering techniques.

Improvised litter day...having a little fun.

Rapid extraction from vehicles.

Cheers!

Let the testing begin!

I feel like my head is going to explode.  Thankfully, I'm managed to retain most of the information we have been learning the previous 3.5 weeks.  I hope.  Can't believe I'm almost done with the course.  Hope whoever is reading this (is ANYBODY reading this?) is well...and let me know how you're doing.