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These people are called by many names: ambulance squads, paramedics, or even the more cumbersome pre-hospital emergency care practitioners. But whatever the label, we're talking about the members of emergency medical services (EMS) — a system that provides critical medical care before patients reach a hospital.

Unless you have someone in your personal circles who works in EMS, most of what we think we know about them comes from TV shows or movies, and we can only guess how reliable that is. So to give you a more authentic glimpse into their daily lives, we've collected a series of pictures from the Facebook group 'EMS Humor,' each showing the challenges, surprises, and realities these professionals face on the job.

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#1

Text meme showing a 911 call where a man struggles to spell a street name, relatable to EMT and paramedic humor.

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Auntriarch
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2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Similar joke about a policeman catching a burglar on Sauchiehall Street

Mary Peace
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2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yes but at least Eucalyptus is a plant... what is Sauchiehall other than a name?

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Abel
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2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a joke, not a real story! 😄

Belinda
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2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So, was pissed or laughed, what did you do? 😄🤔😄

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The Majestic Opossum
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2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is definitely going in my joke repertoire

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    #2

    Paramedic holding a sign with unclear text during a strike, highlighting humor relatable to EMT and paramedic professionals.

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    David
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    call a pharmacist down

    Karen Lyon
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right? My late Mom was a nurse. She was always amazed that pharmacists could read the prescriptions. She literally thought it was miracle more people didn't get sick or die from getting the wrong medication!

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    Mary Peace
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whatever they want, they want it 3 times a day after meals.

    Sam Trudeau
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude looks like he's about to say that new ideas are fine, but also illegal

    siedzac niej
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    perfectly fine writing. I think it says take 2 paracetamols and call them in the morning.

    Paramedics often work long shifts in high-stress environments. Due to the physically and psychologically demanding nature of the job, they frequently burn out.

    Jason Hernandez, a paramedic from Texas who was awarded the American Ambulance Association's Star of Life award for his dedication to his work, told The Atlantic it takes a lot of thought.

    "It's different every time; there's no monotony to it," he said. You can have two patients with almost identical symptoms but completely different problems. But typically, "the most frequent calls are a toss-up between psychiatric or chest pain."

    #3

    Wife in labor takes a selfie after husband faints during childbirth, surrounded by medical staff in scrubs. EMT humor scene.

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    Beth Wheeler
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL. When I had .my oldest, turned into an emergency c-section. One of the nurses told us thatv1 time a guy was there with his camcorder...welllll he fainted, 1 nurse caught him and another nurse caught the camera.

    Abel
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A childbirth is like the "Alien" film scene but much much worse!

    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not in labor, nurse holding the baby.

    Bored Sailor
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Both my kids there was no sheet, I saw the whole thing and cut the umbilical cord. Glad I did not have those problems, more like blessed.

    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why, when the docs STAY on that side of the curtain, i LISTENED!

    Kevin Wild
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I didn't look beyond the sheet thankfully!

    KatWitch57
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never really understood the sheet (let alone the skimpy hand towel!); I know what I have 'down there', I hope the doctor knows what I have "down there", and I would really like him or her to have enough light to see what they are doing "down there", and if they don't I would like to be able to keep an eye on what exactly it is that they are doing, as those bits "down there" are important to me!

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    Linda Johnson
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    SAME thing happened back in 1981 when I had my first baby....the gal in the next bed in labor kept running back and forth to the hallway with his camera wanting a Nursee to check his wife...when the Nurse finally did check her...Nurse said...yep, she's ready to deliver...we'll take you to delivery room now....the guy dropped that big a*s VHS video camera and fainted across the bed....despite my current contraction I LOL at this dufus and his wife was yelling at him to get up !!!

    Colleen Glim
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The is the wife during a C-section. Don’t blame the husband for fainting

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    #4

    Four aliens with large eyes looking downwards with text about EMTs and Narcan masks for patients waking up.

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    Mike F
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hahaha, hahaha! Priceless!!

    KatWitch57
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel that this could be unhelpful when reviving kittens after an emergencv caeasarian section.

    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ROFLMAO !!!!!!!!! THAT'S FDUNNY !!! I don't care who you are !!!!

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah almost dying because you have a crippling a*******n is so funny, people like this should not be in healthcare

    #5

    Guelph-Eramosa Fire Department sign with a humorous message about explaining actions to paramedics.

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    Grumpy old man
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just dont put things in your butts

    Jaya
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except for toys that are specifically designed to be safe for that, have as much fun with those as you want.

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    DowntownStevieB
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nobody just 'falls' on a vacuum hose (or whatever)

    Cerridwn d'Wyse
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I have seen things in other holes

    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But but but, that's what makes it fun!

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    "For psychiatric calls, you never know what’s going on. It could be anything from somebody calling for a medication refill—where they just want to go to the hospital to get their medication—to a schizophrenic episode," Hernandez said.

    "For chest pain, which is another really frequent one, those are harder to diagnose. It could just be acid reflux, or a heart attack, or an asthma attack, or a blood clot in the lungs. There's no sure way of fully diagnosing it in the field. You’ve got to use all of your knowledge to figure out as best you can what they've got going on."

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    #6

    Man wearing a beanie with a smirking expression, meme about blood sugar, relevant to EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Snoop Doggabetes

    DowntownStevieB
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thumbs down for Snoop. He's losing it.

    Belinda
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love snoops

    #7

    Text meme about a lady doctor jokingly calling someone severely diabetic, relatable to EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Abel
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have my own dumb theory that doctors can't have couples or friends. They see other people like problems that have to be fixed, and ask too many questions. "Leave me alone!"

    Forrest Hobbs
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Abel: doctors spend all day doing that at work and when they're off duty, they just want to relax and forget all about it.

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    #8

    Blue medical gloves being worn correctly alone and awkwardly in front of a patient, relating to EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Carrie Laughs
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Begs two questions. Why would you put one on alone? Or in front of a patient? 😉

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    Ge Po
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then your palms get sweaty...

    AHeftiBlum
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In an 80° isolation room, 100%

    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An that's when the patient faints from panic

    LALALand
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially during summer

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    #9

    Doctor showing spine model to a patient, humorous meme likely to make EMT or paramedic professionals laugh.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The rarely heard long version of the song:"the backbone connected to the next bone, the next bone connected to the next bone, the next bone..."

    Bored Sailor
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sucks that my spine keeps trying to destroy my spinal cord by growing blades on the inside to crush and cut it up. Permanent nerve damage sucks, but at least still fully mobile.

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    There are plenty of things that paramedics need to worry about at any given time, from violent people to safety on the road. Uncertainty is a frequent partner as well.

    "As far as not being sure what's wrong with a patient, we will pick the worst thing that we can possibly treat if we're not 100 percent certain," Hernandez said.

    "A heart attack is typically going to be the worst thing that we can treat. The medications that we give for it are relatively benign: aspirin to prevent the blood clot from getting any larger and nitroglycerin, which dilates the blood vessels to allow blood flow back to the heart. If I am in doubt, I run every test that I can. If it still could be a heart attack, I'll go ahead and treat for that because it's not going to hurt them to get aspirin and nitroglycerin—but it could save their life," the paramedic explained.

    #10

    Paramedics attending to a patient in an ambulance with humorous EMT and paramedic meme text above.

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    Uncle Schmickle
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the Monty Python sketch about a " mosquito bite , or flesh wound ". Can't remember which one, but a tiger had bitten off the guy's leg. British Raj .... stiff upper lip old boy !

    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's gonna cost 💰💰💰💰

    Norm Gilmore
    Community Member
    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Monty Python. @ around 145 if you don't wish to watch it all. And it's not the Holy Grail.. :-) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rObSWkQA7og

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    #11

    Red hospital cross sign with a hanging family silhouette, a funny meme for EMT or paramedic humor.

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    Andrew Keir
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely not a place to hang around ...

    Belinda
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hang in there - we' ve gotja

    Squirrel Chaser
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The bottom of image has been cropped. The 3 figures under the cross look as if they have been hung.

    Mary Peace
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True. I've seen this picture/similar but not cropped. Pandas here got that.

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    #12

    List of 10 humorous reasons to date an EMT, highlighting skills and traits of EMTs and paramedics in a funny way.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    11) access to a wide range of dru.gs and medications.

    DeShotz
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You would need a paramedic willing to lose their job to get that kind of stuff.

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    Abel
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    0) And we dont have time to have a private life... Too tired to have snu snu.. 😴

    KatWitch57
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kinda sounds like a mysoginistic pick-up line from 1973, with apologies for speliing.

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    #13

    Medical chart showing a note missing commas causing confusion, highlighting humor relevant to EMT and paramedic memes.

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    Jaya
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm pretty sure all of us have this symptom.

    MotorcycleDoggo
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unable to eat it, is a problem. Unwilling, is 100% normal.

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    LizzieBoredom
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Irritable? You try having a forgetfulness headache.

    Colleen Glim
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve been known to have one for three or four days straight. Not really painful. Just saps all my energy and makes thinking more effort than it’s worth. Been there

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    Anne Roberts
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know anyone who can or would want to.

    Uncle Schmickle
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm glad they didn't try to eat it !

    Mya Lugar
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In that case, Thankful for forgetfullness!

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    As for the pressure, everybody's got their own way of dealing with it.

    For Hernandez, it's talking to friends and family about what he's seen that day. "We lighten the situation with jokes. Primarily, my wife is the one who gets to hear about it," he said.

    "When I get home from work, I'll tell her about how my day went. If there was a particularly stressful call, I'll tell her about that one. There have been times when I've had to go see a therapist just to talk about it."

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    #14

    Success kid meme with text about a 12-hour shift, relating to EMT and paramedic work humor.

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    Linda Johnson
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    D**N!! that's like working half a day...what a deal !!!

    #15

    ECG heart monitor line with text humor related to EMT and paramedic stress during emergencies.

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    SkippityBoppityBoo
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    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Laughed way too hard at this!!! I was probably the most awkward patient ever! Couldn't find my veins, then the blood pressure cuff kept slipping off and showing me as no heart rate on the machine, then I've allergies and was allergic to one of the d***s that I needed to start taking... I was bright red and said to the nurse "Well, at least I'm in the best place to have an allergic reaction!" She said, "We'd rather you didn't but yes, quite!" 😄

    Blackmoon The Dragon
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I must admit I almost laughed out loud after seeing this.

    #16

    Woman labeled Nurse looking elegant above, and woman labeled EMT holding a bat looking fierce, depicting EMT humor.

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    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my mate got punched by an EMT - his fault, he was drunk AF and was getting handsy

    April Pickett
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The EMT is there first, and I appreciate every needle jab and siren.

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    #17

    Patch on camouflage bag with medical symbol and text I fix stupid, representing EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Cerridwn d'Wyse
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can't fix stupid, however you can sedate it

    DeShotz
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wouldn’t it be more accurate to say they fix the results of stupid? The underlying cause of stupid is usually beyond the abilities of medics.

    Yrral Spavit
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Quick! There is an emergency at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.

    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    whre do I call???? I gotta a bunch of jobs for you, dude !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Inservio Smurf
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My hat literally says I CANNOT FIX STUPID. For context, I work in IT.

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    Hernandez explained that, for the most part, his life has to bend around his job. When he's working, it means 12-hour shifts, and he usually can't do much else unless he sacrifices sleep.

    To him, EMS feels like half of his life—more time is spent sitting in an ambulance than with his spouse. “It's almost like having a second marriage," he joked, adding that it's become one of their running jokes.

    #18

    Person at a table holding a mug with a sign about 1970s emergency TV accuracy, relevant to EMT and paramedic memes.

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    DeShotz
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Randolph and Kevin (the actors who played Johnny and Roy) went through actual paramedic training. They just never took the certification exam to become the real thing. They were often asked to ad lib the medical treatment in some scenes. Also, producer Jack Webb was notorious for making his shows as accurate as possible.

    Shadow
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that show! And I'm so happy to learn that they did the training.

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    Khavrinen
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Loved me some Emergency! back in the day. ( Yes, I'm old. Shut up. )

    cerinamroth
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love a bit of House, personally.

    Philly Bob
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    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    House was a weird show. Patients would be rushed to the hospital with unexplained fevers and heart problems. House would come in and be like: “Did you check his aśśhole for toothpicks?” And the staff would be like “Dāmn, you’re right!”

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    Geobugi🇰🇷🇰🇭
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grays anatomy is the most ridiculous tv show about healthcare that was ever made, pretty much nothing is accurate. I fairness, i only watched the first season then i could not watch it anymore without getting angry 🤣

    Lisa B
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was able to watch about 3 episodes, but the characters were just so unlikable, ESPECIALLY Meredith.

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    Don Adams
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We can thank Emergency for the EMT/Paramedic services we all enjoy now. At the time, Fire, Police and Ambulance personnel were mostly first aid trained. In some areas, the local funeral home also used its' hearse as an ambulance. People watched NBC and said "Why don't we have that?", and began the change. Thanks to Jack Webb, Kevin Tighe, Randolph Mantooth, Robert Fuller, Bobby Troupe, Julie London and the rest for a great show and societal change!

    MistBorn
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do people think gray's anatomy is a medical drama , it's just drama with medicine making a cameo once in a while

    Uncle Schmickle
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are we talking about the famous medical anatomy textbook ?

    Karen Lyon
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cousin the retired nurse hated both of them.

    Inservio Smurf
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    GREY's anatomy. At least spell her name right ffs

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    #19

    Sign stating paramedic provides the best medical care that minimum wage can provide, humor for EMT and paramedic memes.

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    David
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Paramedics are the ones that earn decently, EMT's earn low, Para's get much more training. But in most places even EMT's get more than min wage, though 42k a year average salary for a EMT isnt a lot, but its 150 hours of training, which some places get you trained in just 3 weeks. Paramedic is between 1200 hours of classroom with 600 hours of clinical/practical's, and they get paid better bc they are a rarer specialty. I know both EMTs and Paramedics, and while official national average for Paras is $60,000/y, the ones I know say that is base and they bring in 30% or more than that (bc of "supervisory duties" which are paid separate), unlike EMT's where it is just base and overtime pay. Though where I live EMT's average $22.50/hour base + overtime and Paramedics get $33.50/hour base +overtime+supervisory adjustment

    #20

    Female and male EMT or paramedic standing by ambulance, representing EMS professionals and paramedic roles.

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    Sofia
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    but paramedisc shouldn't be doctors with a parachute?

    Leanne Hailes
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A Para is better then una 💙🩵

    Inservio Smurf
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awwww it's take your child to work day! She must be so proud of her little zoomer.

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    #21

    Meme humor about venous access preferences among nurses, relatable to EMT and paramedic professionals.

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    David
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    bc one is trying to stabilize asap at any cost, and the other 2 are dealing with long after the ER

    Grumpy old man
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ER nurses are scarier than Drill Instructors

    KatWitch57
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ER nurses are way better informed than Drill Instructors when it comes to health and medicine!

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    Colleen Glim
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good luck setting a peripheral IV in my veins. I have horrible veins. They’re small, they’re deep, they hide, and they will move to avoid the needle

    Samantha
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i'm going to be honest. im 14. i want to be an ER nurse, is it a bad idea?

    Lila Allen
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How cool are you with being vomited on, peed on, and bled on? Also how comfortable are you with very bad smells?? Because those are important factors. Seriously it's not the easy job but it is a job that you feel makes a difference.

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    Uncle Schmickle
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Before recent surgery, the anaesthetist had difficulty finding a vein, and I told him it was because I'm a " humble " person ..... not vain !

    SkippityBoppityBoo
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    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My various IVs!!! 😄 They do have to change the site regularly and my veins decided to not cooperate one time! Three different nurses were trying to find a vein and the last one said - "Are your veins playing hide and seek???" We both c*****d up laughing and I said "For gosh sake, just stab me anywhere!!!" 😄

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    2 months ago

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    However, people seem to value paramedics.

    In a survey of more than 5,000 Americans, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that 99% of respondents had confidence in the abilities of EMS clinicians who would respond if 911 were called.

    Over 90% of respondents considered EMS an essential government service.

    #22

    Skeleton humor meme with text about the human body containing enough bones to make an entire skeleton for EMTs and paramedics.

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    Lukas (he/him, it/its)
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually, the average human body contains more than one skeleton due to pregnant women

    Bill Swallow
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Question: Is this balanced out by amputees?

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    Beth Wheeler
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really??? Nobody ever told us that.

    Andrew Keir
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Adult or child ? Kids have more bones fsr ...

    KatWitch57
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For which we should all be grateful.

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    #23

    Young girls in pink ballet outfits labeled with professions, one labeled paramedic is upside down, highlighting EMT humor.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nope, mislabelled. The inverted nutter is the dirtbiker. The girl next to her clearly telling her that's going to end badly, THAT is the paramedic.

    Mary Peace
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know about dirtbikers and paramedics, but don't see anything wrong with a little ballerina hanging upside down on the barre.

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    #24

    Arm tattoo of a heart rhythm with the words just live, hands typing on a laptop, and a soda can on the table, EMT paramedic humor.

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    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah those specific tattoos are annoying

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is almost as stupid as the NO RAGRETS

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    #25

    Paramedic inside ambulance pointing to empty storage, illustrating EMT humor about lost sanity and stress relief.

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    Andrew Keir
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But everyone knows where the vom bowl is !

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only bowl that will never be vom bowls, are in pieces.

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    #26

    Empty white meme image with text about winning an argument with a 911 dispatcher, related to EMT or paramedic humor.

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    Abel
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you call emergency number it is not to argue! I dont get it.

    Andrew Keir
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Would that that were true! Too many people won't answer the questions, just repeat "send an ambulance quickly", but in fairness they're probably in shock. Doesn't help the patient though, those questions are in that order for a reason ...

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    SkippityBoppityBoo
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once completely forgot my own name and where I live during an emergency 999 call! I was starting with an acute panic attack and the lady was fantastic with me, said "it's okay, breathe with me, slow breath in and slow breath out. You can do this"... I was still a bit garbled but managed to get the relevant information across eventually. I remember her saying "Do not argue with me!" and I started laughing! She meant that in the nicest possible way btw! But yeah, never argue with any EMT or 999 dispatcher!

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How incompetent of a dispatcher must you be to even engage an attempt to argue?

    #27

    Humorous meme showing exaggerated laughing faces, relatable to EMT and paramedic humor in stressful situations.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't understand. As usual acronyms make the sentence incomprehensible.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to know what this is looks like now

    Lotekguy
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I could not resist the temptation to use that line if I had that job.

    #28

    Baby Yoda standing outside looking concerned with text about an EMT student reporting a patient stopped breathing.

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    #29

    Young boy with bowl and spoon asking for more, representing PTSD and dedication in EMT or paramedic work.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so hopelessly miscast. Surferdude Junior over there, would have been adopted before he found his bunk.

    #30

    Toddler labeled EMS holding red container walking toward fire labeled US mental health crisis in backyard, EMS meme humor.

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    The Majestic Opossum
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're missing the US gov. with a can of gasoline

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was confused for a moment why the EMS was holding a petrol can

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    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    unfortunately...SPOT ON !!! So far, here in Charlotte area of NC, my medical group just got bought up by "Duke Health" (read Duke University Corp) then Aetna, my insurer for medicare sends me 3 letters....1) Your new Medical Group is no longer an in-network provider for my PCP, 2) nor my Dentist and 3) they no longer cover some of my insulins....... So...here I am.....going for a heart valve check tomorrow and I have 20 days to find a new Doctor????? I have an implant post in my mouth and no Dentist to do the crown, and well....yeah, "It's hit the fan....."

    #31

    Mocking SpongeBob meme showing an EMS and a firefighter arguing with ambulances and fire trucks in the background for EMT and paramedic humor.

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    The Darkest Timeline
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad was once an EMT and a volunteer firefighter. I wonder if he ever argued with himself this way? I’ll send him this and see what reaction I get.

    Sam Trudeau
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or add cops: "I don't have to listen to you, you're a thievy retrievy"

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think you mispelled "racially selective serial killer" Sam

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    Andrew Keir
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Respect is like a smile - if you give it, you get it back. If you don't ...

    #32

    Person relates silently praying for unknowns as ambulance passes by, capturing EMT and paramedic meme humor.

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    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My Nan always used to say, whenever we saw or heard an ambulance, ''I hope someone's having a baby and not a car accident''.

    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always do. I have been known to remind our kids when we hear an ambulance that we should say a word of gratitude for our health and family because the person in the ambulance is surely having one of the worst days of their life.

    KatWitch57
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've always taught my son that, when we hear an ambulance (or other emergency vehicle), we should pull over and let them pass unimpeded.

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    Roshan Kassan
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was taught to do that by my late mom and have taught my kid as well. I believe it's important for the crew and patient

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is nobody going to mention the fact the writing on that ambulance is supposed to be inverted?

    SkippityBoppityBoo
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So if you're driving you can read it in the rear view mirror? Is that why?

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    MistBorn
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to pray for them to be better when I was a kid . Now I pray for karma to do its job .

    Lene
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whenever I hear an ambulance I check my phone and say loudly to myself "I hope it's not one of my kids!". Have had too many calls from kindergarten and school about one of my kids having a seizure.

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    #33

    Animated characters from Inside Out displaying shock and fear, illustrating feelings EMT or paramedic memes evoke on first day.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be fair, waking up has this effect on a lot of people. Coma's should be a service provided free of charge for people that are just SO done with ... *gestures broadly at everything*

    #34

    Ambulance driving quickly with front wheels lifted off the road, showcasing EMT and paramedic emergency response action.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now how are you going to explain flipping the right to the police and your boss after you get out of the hospital?

    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG! I hope there's no "injured person" inside that truck!!!

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can always tell when the patient is a yank. When they fall off a gurney, the sheer momentum rolls the whole truck over on its side.

    Carolyn Legg
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope I never need an ambulane!

    #35

    EMT or paramedic standing on a vehicle surrounded by floodwaters on a rural road during overcast weather conditions.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somebody didn't remember to. TURN AROUND, DON'T DROWN! And now that ambulance engine is trashed from water in the i take, etc.

    QueerAxolotls
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why did I read that in the tune of "Total Eclipse of the Heart"

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    Yrral Spavit
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "We f****d up?" "Yeah, we f****d up."

    Tim Gearing
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cue, Laurel and Hardy “Here’s another fine mess you’ve gotten me into”

    KatWitch57
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seen that, but it was a Water Board truck!

    Carolyn Legg
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Typical. Bet the driver was a male!

    SkippityBoppityBoo
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Dude, what address did you put into the Sat Nav???"

    Sam Trudeau
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "And Noah looked up through the pouring rain, the unicorns were hiding, playing silly games"

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    #37

    Female EMT in reflective jacket giving thumbs up near ambulance and helicopter, capturing EMT and paramedic humor meme.

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    Forrest Hobbs
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As I understand it, emergency services drivers are taught "It's better to arrive late than not at all". 🤷

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like her. She sounds fun and is clearly up for a laugh

    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I REALLY want to drive with a paramedic - apparently its an adrenalin rush

    April Pickett
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get trained as a paramedic and then you can have as many adrenalin rushes as you want.

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    #39

    Two men dressed like Michael Jackson leaning back dramatically, illustrating a sudden stop in an ambulance for EMT and paramedic humor.

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    UKGrandad
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the what? How does anybody make a meme for the entire world to see and not give it a quick once-over before posting it?

    The Majestic Opossum
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What. You've never seen an anbulance at an energency? Umbelievable 🙄

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    #40

    EMT paramedic meme showing a man playing cello with a proud facial expression after a successful difficult IV stick.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My haematologist always compliments me on my veins. It's the little things in life.

    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son should be so lucky. They have to use that little vein finder thing on him because he is a hard stick.

    Colleen Glim
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just because they can find them doesn’t mean they can stick them. Mine are small, deep, and will roll away from the needle

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    Forrest Hobbs
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    IO: "An intraosseous (IO) device is a life-saving tool used to provide rapid vascular access in emergency situations where intravenous (IV) access cannot be obtained or is likely to delay treatment." https://www.osmosis.org/answers/intraosseous-device

    Blackmoon The Dragon
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks! I was confused why it didn't say IV, I thought it was a typo at first

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    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My blood donor person said my veins stand out among the rest - not sure what that means

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    #41

    Stuffed pig with bandages in a medical setting, humor related to EMT and paramedic skills practice.

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    Lila Allen
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Perhaps Charles should have been wearing a helmet and pads

    Mya Lugar
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should have stayed at home reading Hamlet.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks more like a cafeteria tray surfing accident.

    #42

    Multiple ambulances parked outside a nursing home, highlighting a common EMT and paramedic emergency situation.

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    Savannah greenleaf
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A three wheelchair pileup is possible. Thinking of the incident reports gives me a migraine.

    Tim Gearing
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My local nursing home is opposite the local hospital. About a 30 second drive depending on traffic.

    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW! the waitlist just got shorter !!!!

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The poor CAT! He must be exhausted running from room to room!

    Mya Lugar
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who doesn't love a parade?

    Lotekguy
    Community Member
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    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or you know it's a nursing home with a waiting list that includes richer patients.

    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or my kids school - they cover EVERY base

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    #43

    EMTs and paramedics lifting a stretcher with caution, highlighting teamwork and safety during emergency medical service.

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    Laura Deckers
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are in the IAFF, you are a firefighter.

    #44

    Man looking confused while answering a quiz question about saline color, EMT and paramedic humor meme.

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    #45

    Two EMT paramedics smiling happily at start of shift and looking exhausted at end of shift inside ambulance.

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    April Pickett
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This job can work you to death, or bore you to death. I'd opt for the second one.

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In both cases, you're in the perfect vehicle, you can just hop in the back!

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    Martin König
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you switched seats and their hand looks like a feet. Impressive.

    #46

    Row of ambulances parked outside a station, illustrating a common EMS company crew, highlighting EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Verena
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Company"? On BP a lot of interesting things can be learned, such as EMS (and prisons) being a business model rather than a free public service

    #47

    Candle labeled as propofol relaxation candle with humorous text about EMT and paramedic fatigue and relaxation.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Light candle before using, hahaha!

    Forrest Hobbs
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Propofol = intravenous anaesthetic. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Propofol and https://bnf.nice.org.uk/d***s/propofol/

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omg this is just evil. I LOVE THIS

    Moonie Pinkslip
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    2 months ago

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    what has being an "intellectual" got to do with someone saying candles relax them and an idiot company writing "light candle before using."?? How does that make you an intellectual--anyone with a great intellectual capacity wouldn't blink at such a "duh" label

    #48

    Two EMTs inside an ambulance reacting humorously to hitting a bump, capturing typical paramedic moments in memetic form.

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    Roshan Kassan
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AND your partner STILL inserts the IV correctly.

    Sam Trudeau
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The people on the bus go up and down"

    Colleen Glim
    Community Member
    2 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I the only one seeing Professor Snape in the back?

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    #49

    Empty parking lot viewed from inside an ambulance with text about EMT and paramedic humor and parking lots.

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    Andrew Keir
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Patients aren't keen about it, either

    Forrest Hobbs
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hang on - where I come from (UK), "sitting in car parks [parking lots]" is when paramedics often get to eat lunch, so, erm, they're not entirely opposed?

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Asphalt really isn't designed to accomodate the gluteus maximus of large ape species, though.

    #50

    Smiling female EMT or paramedic in white coat with stethoscope and clipboard, humorous text about correct answers.

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    Susan Reid Smith
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are occasions when an adequate answer at the time is better than the most correct answer made after time to consider it.

    Andrew Keir
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because there are times when there just isn't time

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh come on that is NOT a foctor. Nobody that looks like that is capable -- let alone motivated -- to work more than absolutely necessary for the nearest man to fall over himself scrambling to do it for her.

    #51

    Busy emergency room with medical staff attending patients, illustrating life and challenges faced by EMTs and paramedics.

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    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last time I had to go there I ended up sitting around like a spare shirt until the shift changed and next thing I knew a bunch of interns were gawping at me. I wasn't even there for anything all that interesting! I decided to be a good sport and showed them my injury.

    Grumpy old man
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went in for a toe injury, the triage nurse (gymbro) asked me if I had other injuries, I showed him, he held me for a psych eval, the crisis nurse was so busy I fell asleep. When she finally got to me, I explained I worked at Caterpillar, assembling engines and am not s******l. She worked at Cat before becoming a nurse, and knew what I meant about hurting myself all the time. 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🤷🤷🤷

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Makes you wonder if the E and the R don't secretly stand for Emigration Registrar

    #52

    Person in hospital bed crocheting with breathing machine, illustrating EMT and paramedic humor and resilience.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it takes your mind off the issue at hand, I would think it's all good.

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    #53

    Dog humor meme with a dog appearing to be lying down but actually standing, relatable to EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    multi-tasking pup...doing all 3 at the same time....

    Bi.Felicia
    Community Member
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    D) All of the above

    #55

    Rugged Panasonic Toughbook laptop with a humorous caption about its durability for EMTs and paramedics.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you build a better mousetrap, And put it in your house, Before long mother nature Will build a better MOUSE! There is no such thing as idiot-proof. There is always a mightier idiot.

    #56

    Ambulance partially stuck in a road sinkhole surrounded by trees, illustrating challenges faced by EMTs and paramedics.

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    JB
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's taking a drink!

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NEVER drink and drive. Always stop the vehicle to drink.

    Linda Johnson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DON'T YA HATE WHEN THIS HAPPENS, DUDE!!!!

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it's salvageable

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    #57

    Toy fire truck and ambulance positioned to humorously block access, highlighting EMT and paramedic humor in a playful scene.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Naaaah the patient is just african american. The EMTs are leaving room for the hearse, you can see where the police cruiser was parked. The FD needs to put out the fire the PD set to burn the evidence.

    #58

    A group of people in casual and military-style clothing with text about a boomer medic teaching an EMR class EMT memes.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never realised Twinkies had a mascot. Who is the grinning woman behind the muppet clearly making a fleshlight joke with a cigar in his mouth?

    #59

    Cartoon characters dressed as paramedics happily greeting each other around an emergency stretcher, EMT memes humor.

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    Yrral Spavit
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lived in a small town. We joked that if the FD, ambulance, police and Search and rescue were all called out the same 6 people would show up.

    #60

    Hand holding an Assure Prism multi medical device showing "HI" on screen, relevant to EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Al Padilla
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We used to call that the "Friendly Meter Syndrome" - It's when the fingerstick glucose is off-scale elevated.

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know things are bad then even the medical equipment tries to soften the blow before giving you a reading.

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    #61

    Gloved hand holding an IV butterfly needle with blue wings, humorous meme related to EMT and paramedic work.

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    Laura Lawson
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am a phlebotomist (professional vampire) & the number of people with awesome veins who INSIST on a butterfly needle is absolutely insane. How bout you let me do my job, ok? I don't go to your workplace & tell you how to do something I know nothing about! ( yeah, rough week, I'm venting)

    Multa Nocte
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a patient, I want to thank you and all other phlebotomists for the incredible work you do. I swear between all the incredible phlebotomists I have had and all the nurses and pharmacists who have given me injections, it took care of the phobia of needles I had up into my late teens.

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    cerinamroth
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once I had blood taken and it was gushing so loudly I thought someone had flushed the toilet in the bathroom next door. But no, twas my ready supply from my excellent veins! Gold medal for me!

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How the hell does a patient even KNOW THE TERM?! Screw what they want, if they were capable of taking care of themselves they wouldn't be getting an IV to begin with

    #62

    Screenshot of a CNA asking how to assert authority over EMT and paramedic ambulance drivers after a car crash call.

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    Inservio Smurf
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine pulling rank when you're supposed to be there to help people. Yes I know someone's dying BUT FIRST!! Rezpek my authoritay!

    Bi.Felicia
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Umm, nope. CNA's are not a 'higher rank' than paramedics or EMTs. Nursing assistants provide basic nursing care, whereas paramedics are trained in advanced medical care in emergency situations and are an extension of the hospital system, in pre-hospital settings. Glad the "ambulance drivers" did their job and didn't listen to this moron.

    #63

    Elderly patient on oxygen with EMS paramedic adjusting oxygen tank showing EMT paramedic humor meme.

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    Nannychachi
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For the love of all that's holy--- shorten that tubing!

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    #66

    Paramedics providing emergency care on the street with ambulance and medical equipment in the background

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    #67

    SpongeBob meme showing EMT partner and diabetic patient humorously reacting to a cop with Narcan dose in a paramedic setting.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The murican healthcare system. This meme is closer to a documentary than a joke.

    #68

    Close-up of a medical form showing diagnosis details relevant to EMT and paramedic professionals.

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    Eggwodd
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A male Dr. made that up.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I try to control her,I do, but she does what she wants

    M O'Connell
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dare I ask what "unstable" means in this context?

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    #69

    Damaged ambulance with bent wheels and broken curb, a humorous meme for EMT or paramedic audiences.

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    Ambulance partially submerged in floodwater while cars and trucks wait on the road, related to EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Grumpy old man
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact! You know how DOD gave all the police MRAPs? We use ours in Texas for flood rescues.

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and your mentally handicapped patients for electric chair function checking, your veterans to warm sidewalks, your elderly as a workforce, your prisoners for slave labour, and your female citizens as mobile gestation pods. OH! Before I forget! AND your students for target practise!

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    #71

    Close-up of an IV inserted into a patient's hand with medical tape, illustrating a meme for EMT and paramedic humor.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This pic makes my hand hurt. It hurts like hell when they put it in the hand or barely above the wrist. When I went for my cholecystectomy the nurse was trying my hand and I made him stop and use my forearm. When anesthesia came to give me a little happy juice to head to the OR I told him it hurt. The IV was infiltrated, we'll do another in there. Before the nurse could put the plastic thing on it blew so I had to get stuck a 4th time and I have good veins.

    Yrral Spavit
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Took my wife back into the hospital for more tests. They came all concerned and asked me about bruising on her arms. Told them that was from them trying to take blood and put in an IV three days ago. "Oh"

    Grumpy old man
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol. This my 3rd anniversary of surviving DKA. 3 day ER stay. Both arms bruised. Now I try to stay at 140, IDK. Cant make anyone else happy. Just do my best

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    Al Padilla
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    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was an intern, for emergencies, I specialized in the "Dorsal Thumbic Vein."

    #72

    Ambulance illustration with text encouraging teamwork and life-saving, featuring EMT and paramedic humor.

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    #74

    Paramedic in red pants leaning on a yellow ambulance, showing exhaustion after a long shift in an emergency medical setting.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She looks like she could do with a cuddle and a hot cup of tea, poor lassie.

    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LV.... that's Lithuania, is it not?

    #75

    Meme showing an animal with EMT gear, illustrating a paramedic’s reaction to an excited delirium patient at a call.

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    #76

    Smiling EMT in uniform and two paramedics discussing a chart comparing salaries with text about playing their cards right

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Waaaaaaaait a second that top boy is a repost, I saw him with his mother at the start of this thread!

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    #77

    Zebra labeled EMS workers standing apart from motorcycle rider labeled normal people at social gatherings in urban setting meme.

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    Al Padilla
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Veterinarian gets a phone call: "Your patient is a little hoarse."

    #78

    Paramedic in protective gear resting by an open ambulance at night with a stretcher nearby, EMT scene after a call.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel your pain my friend. No matter how you fight, sometimes the game is just over.

    Carolyn Legg
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Person says, they are fine, no need to go to the hospital!!

    #79

    Ambulance truck parked by the curb beneath a no U-turn sign, reflecting typical EMT and paramedic emergency response vehicles.

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    Inservio Smurf
    Community Member
    2 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This behemoth of a nose should be illegal in non-freight traffic. It's literally a childmower.

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