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Nurses in the Vietnam War: The Unsung Heroes of Conflict

Scrubs

Medical supplies were in constant demand, and sterilization of equipment was often a luxury. Nurses worked around the clock in high-pressure environments, performing triage, administering blood transfusions, cleaning wounds, and offering comfort to soldiers who often faced life-altering injuries.

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Emergency Response: The Role of Veterinary Technicians in Animal Emergencies

MedQuest College

This involves: – Triage: Prioritizing the severity of the animal’s condition to ensure the most critical cases are treated first. – Vital Signs Monitoring: Checking and recording vital signs such as heart rate, respiration rate, temperature, and blood pressure.

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What Can I Do With a Medical Assistant Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Urgent Care Centers: Assist with triage and patient assessments. Sterilizing medical instruments and sanitizing examination rooms. Outpatient Care Centers: Assist with patient intake and procedures. Nursing Homes/Assisted Living Facilities: Provide care to elderly residents. Performing EKG procedures. Taking vital signs.