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EMT Everyday Essentials
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items These are the essentials I always keep on hand as an EMT — items that make long shifts smoother, keep me prepared on calls, and help me feel ready for anything. From practical tools to personal comforts, this list covers my everyday must-haves for li...
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EMT School
On the Truck
EMT School
Everything I used (and loved) during EMT school — from study tools to gear that made hands-on practice easier. Whether you’re just starting or prepping for skills check-offs, these essentials helped me stay organized, confident, and ready to learn.
There are a few apps and books that will really prepare you for the HESI and NREMT - this is one of them
EMT PASS
Arguably the hardest tests I have ever taken, and hands down harder than the NREMT. It makes you get really comfortable with the style of questions on the NREMT and over prepares you.
LC Ready
Flash cards are a must, this is great for anyone who prefers online
Online Flashcard Maker & Flashcard App
when i tell you i had a stack of flash cards thicker than the bible? med term, signs and symptoms of a condition, you name it- write it down
Flashcards
This book is a necessity for studying for the NREMT. It condenses the most important parts of school - trust me
Focused Prep Book & Study Guide for NREMT Exam
On the Truck
The must-haves I keep with me while working on the ambulance. These are the tools, accessories, and little comforts that make long shifts smoother and help me stay prepared for whatever the call throws at us.
These boots will last forever. The amount of times I had some bodily fluid on them or got my foot ran over by the stretcher? Unmatched
Women's Tactical Footwear: Durable & High-Quality
The comfiest duty approved tactial pants
Women's Tactical Pants - Comfort & Durability
Don't put yourself into debt for a scope, but you will need a good one. The cheap ones most trucks have won't cut it when you're getting a pressure flying down the road
Littmann Stethescope
Trust me on this, you need some sort of noise cancelling headphones. Posted somewhere and your partner is snoring? You're welcome
Airpods
A pair of compact trauma shears is essential. These are great but don't get in the way
Emergency Shears with Strap Cutter & Glass Breaker
Any pulse ox will do, but trust me when I say you want your own. Nothing worse than picking someone up for a transfer, realizing they look sick, and not having any equipment on you.
Pulse Oximeter