Question for the EMTs

[HoughMade]

My daughter (child # 2, daughter #1) is in the midst of taking an EMT course at Ivy Tech. What is a good gift when she gets certified or the kind of equipment she would want to be hers personally?

 

[Born2vette]

Not an EMT but long time provider. A nice, engraved with her name stethoscope if she does not already have one.

 

[indyjohn]

We've been through this. Here's one, I'm working on a second recommendation (as soon as I can get my EMT son to respond to my text).

Raptor® Shears | Leatherman

When it's a question of survival, the Raptor® trauma shears answer loud and clear. Holster included. Limited Lifetime 25 Year Warranty on all products.

www.leatherman.com

 

[indyjohn]

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[Frosty]

We've been through this. Here's one, I'm working on a second recommendation (as soon as I can get my EMT son to respond to my text).

Raptor® Shears | Leatherman

When it's a question of survival, the Raptor® trauma shears answer loud and clear. Holster included. Limited Lifetime 25 Year Warranty on all products.

www.leatherman.com

I’ll second this as my nephew has asked for these for Christmas before.

 

[indyjohn]

P.S. Don't scrimp.

Women's A.T.A.C.® 2.0 8" Storm

WM ATAC 2.0 8" STORM

www.511tactical.com

 

[indyjohn]

I didn't believe in the side zipper. But after buying a pair for myself, I'm a believer.

 

[Alamo]

P.S. Don't scrimp.

Women's A.T.A.C.® 2.0 8" Storm

WM ATAC 2.0 8" STORM

www.511tactical.com

I wore the men’s version of that boot, with the zipper, when I was doing medical first responder/EMT stuff, I liked it a LOT. In fact I now wear desert tan versions of them just because they’re so comfortable and easy to get on and off.

But for a graduation gift I would go with either the stethoscope or the trauma shears.

 

[El Conquistador]

EMT for over 30 years here and I second the stethoscope. Buy a quality one like a littmann stethoscope they are great.
congrats to your daughter

 

[efd1295]

Medic here for 18 years. I'd also get her a stethoscope maybe with her initials engraved. Most of the places that sell them offer the engraving service.

3M Littmann Master Classic II Stethoscope | Stethoscope.com

Information about all 3M Littmann Master Classic II stethoscopes is online at Stethoscope.com. All colors are in stock and available for same day engraving and shipping.

www.stethoscope.com

Boots wear out, scissors get lost or they grow legs. She will be able to use a stethoscope throughout her career and even use it if she decides to go to medic school.

 

[Mij]

Not an EMT, but congratulations to your young lady.

 

[HoughMade]

These are great suggestions. Thanks!

 

[KokomoDave]

Stethoscope for my opinion also.

The Leatherman is serious gear but they will get blood or other bodily fluids on them. I know the typical issued shears can be disposed and replaced easily. Not so much the Leatherman. Pricey.

Boots with great insoles are better on the back, knees and hips. The insoles that come with the boots are okay but the aftermarket ones like green or orange stuff are better. That is a good consideration. They need replaced yearly because they do break down. Another thing is make sure the footwear is safe from any biohazard like plasma, blood, gasoline, oil, etc.

 

[BehindBlueI's]

Haven't been an EMT for over 20 years now, but stethoscope was also my first thought.

Ok, tuition to nursing school was actually my first thought, but stethoscope was my second and more rational thought.

 

[mark40sw]

Leatherman shears made heavy duty. They have a good belt cutter on them and carbide glass breaker. Can be stored in its holster folded or unfolded. I believe they have orange and lime colored handle option to make it easier to keep track of.

She can carry it off work and use cheaper shears at work if loss/misplace is an issue.

Raptor® Shears | Leatherman

When it's a question of survival, the Raptor® trauma shears answer loud and clear. Holster included. Limited Lifetime 25 Year Warranty on all products.

www.leatherman.com

 

[Destro]

Been an EMT for 19 years. Littmann stethoscope suggestion is solid.

I have the raptor shears. They are kinda meh.

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[HoughMade]

Ok, tuition to nursing school was actually my first thought, but stethoscope was my second and more rational thought.

After I've already paid for a BA? I don't think so.

 

[HoughMade]

She passed the class in December and passed the written certification exam this past Tuesday. This Saturday is the skills test. I have no doubt she will pass. She has studied hard and practiced every chance she can get.

She went and bought her own stethoscope for class, so that's out.

I have bought her a nice set of SOG ParaShears which were highly reviewed.

 

[HoughMade]

She's now on the job. Kids who were home schooled don't get a lot of "first day of school" pics, so I have this.

 

[El Conquistador]

She's now on the job. Kids who were home schooled don't get a lot of "first day of school" pics, so I have this.

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Very nice. You should be proud. She has entered a career where the opportunities are endless