Paramedic Question:

☛ Why did you decide to be a paramedic?
☛ Describe the most challenging call you ever received as a paramedic.
☛ How would you handle a multi-agency call?
☛ What have you recently done to improve or update your skills as a paramedic?
☛ What kinds of environments have you worked in as a paramedic?
☛ How would you remove a heavy patient from a difficult or dangerous situation?
☛ In as much detail as possible, describe the process of administering morphine through an IV. What would you do differently if the patient was a child?
☛ In as much detail as possible, describe the process for treating broken bones.
☛ What are some ways to treat drug overdose?
☛ What are some ways to treat burns?
☛ How would you treat a hypothermic patient?
☛ How would you handle an epileptic seizure?
☛ As a paramedic, what kinds of life support medication do you usually have with you?
☛ Have you ever responded to a crime scene as a paramedic? What did you do?
☛ Describe a time you had to act professionally, despite your personal feelings.
☛ Describe a time you did the right thing, even though it was more difficult for you.
☛ This job can be stressful. What do you do to stay calm?