[spatchco]

follow up to an earlier question this series is not available to view on RTE player outside ireland

[colinjp]

I understand what your saying ive worked arrests where there was no back up, but I think sometimes three or four are enough coz your not gonna fit more than four in the back of an ambulance travelling with an arrest, plus if they switch every few mins , then effective cpr is still going on. Either way a good show, well done to all involved keep up the good work.

[crackcrack30]

Originally Posted by colinjp

I understand what your saying ive worked arrests where there was no back up, but I think sometimes three or four are enough coz your not gonna fit more than four in the back of an ambulance travelling with an arrest, plus if they switch every few mins , then effective cpr is still going on. Either way a good show, well done to all involved keep up the good work.

The ambulance return usually consists of two in the back (working), one driving, and one to return second vehicle.......

[Bang Bang]

Originally Posted by 5500

It was good to see the interventions carried out, at 17min where you see them pushing drugs IO is this a preferred method to IV? Presuming it may be quicker than finding a vein and gaining access, is it any slower or even quicker with regard to the uptake of the drugs to the heart ect?

The decision to go the IO or IV route is down to the individual AP. Both routes deliver the medication into the system at the same rate.
IV access can be difficult in a 'flat' person. Obese persons can also present the AP with IV access difficulties.

[5500]

Another good episode last night, bit of an eye opener with the ambulance case where the guy was out of his bin and restrained, loved how the paramedic wasn't phased at all as if its the day to day norm!

Also at the end where the ET was sent to Bray, is that a common occurance or part of the catchment area?

[starviewadams]

In case anyones interested,some kind soul has uploaded the first series of D-Watch to Youtube:

[msg11]

Originally Posted by starviewadams

In case anyones interested,some kind soul has uploaded the first series of D-Watch to Youtube:

Excellent for a me as I would have only been about 6 or 7 but looking back at the video, you can see how much things have changed. The pre smoking ban, laughing here the lads sparking up not a bother in the station.

[seven_eleven]

Jesus that fire in the house where they pulled out the unconcious man was bloody scarey and sent a chill down my spine. Especially when you hear the pure panic and desperation in the 999 call. Great job to the crews who do this stuff, they really dont get appreciated enough.

[spatchco]

been ther done that,part of the job

[Kevin Irving]

Brilliant job indeed. He was pulled out about 5 minutes after the call came in which was unbelievable!

[St. Leibowitz]

Saw a documentry years ago about the NYPD ESU high line rescue squad.

The lost a member when a rope broke during a rescue, and they said that since then all ropes used to support a human are only used once, and then used for other purposes or destroyed. Not sure how true that is. Sounds over the top, because in mountaineering etc. ropes are re-used. Also, there should always be a safety line as well as the primary.

What's the situation in the DFB ?? How are ropes inspected and approved for use / re-use ?? How often are they used ??

[christophicus]

Does anyone know where I can get this series online or DVD? It doesn't seem to be on RTE player.