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So I almost have my EMT certification and if all goes as planned I'll be going to school for my Paramedic before too long, but I was thinking the other day how does that effect my decision to carry. Aside from what my specific departments policy is and all that. Say I'm just out with the family and have to draw and shoot someone to protect me and my fam. how does being an EMT change things. Am I obligated to turn around an work the guy I just shot to keep him alive? I imagine that the right lawyer would have a hay day with this situation an put me away. 
I realize that the main thing I have to worry about when on call is scene safety so in that aspect I'm thinking that if I had to draw then he scene is not safe and I should not work the guy I shot. But on the other hand if he is unconsious he can't be much of a threat.
Maybe someone with more field experience as an EMS person can help.
Thanks in advance.
I realize that the main thing I have to worry about when on call is scene safety so in that aspect I'm thinking that if I had to draw then he scene is not safe and I should not work the guy I shot. But on the other hand if he is unconsious he can't be much of a threat.
Maybe someone with more field experience as an EMS person can help.
Thanks in advance.