(YT)PrepMedic https://stream.echo6.co/c/prepmedic/videos Imported from YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrepMedic Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:14:46 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://stream.echo6.co (YT)PrepMedic https://stream.echo6.co/client/assets/images/icons/icon-512x512.png https://stream.echo6.co/c/prepmedic/videos All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://stream.echo6.co/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder. https://stream.echo6.co/feeds/podcast/videos.xml?videoChannelId=43 <![CDATA[What's Next for PrepMedic? (Life Updates)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/n18afcxzoJzebgFXPnDDDF https://stream.echo6.co/w/n18afcxzoJzebgFXPnDDDF Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:48:46 GMT Where is PrepMedic? Why has he been so bad at uploading videos?????

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult What's Next for PrepMedic? (Life Updates) Where is PrepMedic? Why has he been so bad at uploading videos????? <![CDATA[Dark Angel Medical - EDC, Trauma and Medical]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/bPEU9S4EHhoHRQZRoEGZxS https://stream.echo6.co/w/bPEU9S4EHhoHRQZRoEGZxS Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:39:11 GMT An overview of medical kits offered by Dark Angel Medical. From everyday carry to full trauma kits they offer solutions for a variety of situations and use cases.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Dark Angel Medical - EDC, Trauma and Medical An overview of medical kits offered by Dark Angel Medical. From everyday carry to full trauma kits they offer solutions for a variety of situations and use cases. Buy here: https://darkangelmedical.com/dark-angel-medical/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwyt-ZBhCNA... <![CDATA[SOG ParaShears Review (Watch before you buy)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/6JJ2Pn2LDU1DkcZSB17AFC https://stream.echo6.co/w/6JJ2Pn2LDU1DkcZSB17AFC Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:38:58 GMT A full review of the SOG ParaShears, which compete with the Leatherman Raptor and X-Shear in the "high-end" trauma shear market for first responders.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult SOG ParaShears Review (Watch before you buy) A full review of the SOG ParaShears, which compete with the Leatherman Raptor and X-Shear in the "high-end" trauma shear market for first responders. Buy them here: https://sogknives.com/parashears-red/#tech-specs <![CDATA[First Aid "Hacks" That Work.... and Some That Don't]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/4i17MeWLg7y8Tso6awS2X3 https://stream.echo6.co/w/4i17MeWLg7y8Tso6awS2X3 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:35:10 GMT If you have ever been told to pack a bullet hole with a tampon, this video is for you. 3 medical hacks that work and 2 that might kill you.

As always, this video is for entertainment purposes only. Always follow local policy, procedure, and law when administering first aid.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult First Aid "Hacks" That Work.... and Some That Don't If you have ever been told to pack a bullet hole with a tampon, this video is for you. 3 medical hacks that work and 2 that might kill you. *As always, this video is for entertainment purposes only. Always follow local policy, procedure, and law... <![CDATA[How to build an IFAK and save money!]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/mR4typMDYvR5nHSrggeKJS https://stream.echo6.co/w/mR4typMDYvR5nHSrggeKJS Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:34:59 GMT Building pre-made first aid kits is great but often an expensive endeavor. This video walks through purchasing individual components to save a little bit of money.

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Shears: https://medicalgearoutfitters.com/products/x-shears-7-5?_pos=1&_sid=0c57fd6b1&_ss=r

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult How to build an IFAK and save money! Building pre-made first aid kits is great but often an expensive endeavor. This video walks through purchasing individual components to save a little bit of money. Medical Gear Outfitters: https://medicalgearoutfitters.com?aff=21 10% off code Pr... <![CDATA[The Leatherman Raptor Response (A compact trauma shear?)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/tvMUThddf2f3vLbd6sxm1e https://stream.echo6.co/w/tvMUThddf2f3vLbd6sxm1e Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:34:47 GMT The Raptor Response Shears are a "compact" alternative to the popular Leatherman Raptor [Rescue] trauma shears. Utilized commonly by EMS and other first responder agencies throughout the US the Leatherman Raptors are a high end piece of equipment that help expose injury sites expediently and with minimal patient movement.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult The Leatherman Raptor Response (A compact trauma shear?) The Raptor Response Shears are a "compact" alternative to the popular Leatherman Raptor [Rescue] trauma shears. Utilized commonly by EMS and other first responder agencies throughout the US the Leatherman Raptors are a high end piece of equipment ... <![CDATA[Advanced Life Support Search and Rescue Medic Bag]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/ktxpUUoSZUc6bAFq7fX288 https://stream.echo6.co/w/ktxpUUoSZUc6bAFq7fX288 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:34:34 GMT A small SAR pack that hold paramedic level interventions and is able to be strapped on any backpack with compression straps or carry handle. This kit is designed with a dedicated SAR team medic in-mind whose main job is prolonged patient care.

TT Medic Assault Pack S: https://tasmaniantigerusa.com/product.php?id=24
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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Advanced Life Support Search and Rescue Medic Bag A small SAR pack that hold paramedic level interventions and is able to be strapped on any backpack with compression straps or carry handle. This kit is designed with a dedicated SAR team medic in-mind whose main job is prolonged patient care. TT... <![CDATA[S.T.A.M.P - IWB EDC Trauma Kit]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/jhLArbu2uiMzd1wgtiAkAB https://stream.echo6.co/w/jhLArbu2uiMzd1wgtiAkAB Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:34:21 GMT The Stealth Trauma Aid Minimalist Pack aka the STAMP, is an In the waistband trauma kit that holds the standard items of an IFAK. This concealed carry kit is comfortable and lightweight and perfect for everyday carry, but it comes with a hefty price tag. Watch the full review to learn my thoughts on it.

Buy the Velocity Systems STAMP here: https://www.velsyst.com/products/stealth-trauma-aid-minimalist-pack

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Other concealed carry medical kits: https://ltcreed.com/

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult S.T.A.M.P - IWB EDC Trauma Kit The Stealth Trauma Aid Minimalist Pack aka the STAMP, is an In the waistband trauma kit that holds the standard items of an IFAK. This concealed carry kit is comfortable and lightweight and perfect for everyday carry, but it comes with a hefty pri... <![CDATA[Refuge Medical BearFAK 3.0 Review]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/1xmj6p4abv3rjeMKmgL1AN https://stream.echo6.co/w/1xmj6p4abv3rjeMKmgL1AN Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:34:09 GMT A full review of the Refuge Medical BearFAK 3.0. This first aid kit is a small comprehensive bag that offers several customization options, mounting points and high levels of protection for the supplies inside.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Refuge Medical BearFAK 3.0 Review A full review of the Refuge Medical BearFAK 3.0. This first aid kit is a small comprehensive bag that offers several customization options, mounting points and high levels of protection for the supplies inside. Discount code: prepmedic Buy the ... <![CDATA[Tasmanian Tiger Medic Assault Bag Comparison (Small, Regular, Large)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/96MamUjYY368SMBYTANNxY https://stream.echo6.co/w/96MamUjYY368SMBYTANNxY Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:33:55 GMT A full comparison of the three sizes of medic assault aid bags made by Tasmanian Tiger. All three sizes of aid bags offer unique customization to fit a wide range of medical mission sets including SWAT, event standby, SAR and ambulance operation.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Tasmanian Tiger Medic Assault Bag Comparison (Small, Regular, Large) A full comparison of the three sizes of medic assault aid bags made by Tasmanian Tiger. All three sizes of aid bags offer unique customization to fit a wide range of medical mission sets including SWAT, event standby, SAR and ambulance operation. ... <![CDATA[The NREMT Psychomotor Exam is Gone (and it is a good thing)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/sJr2agT3fAtaEV7qtkMbvU https://stream.echo6.co/w/sJr2agT3fAtaEV7qtkMbvU Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:33:40 GMT The NREMT Psychomotor exam has been removed. In this video I will tell you why I think this is a good thing.

Learn more here: https://nremt.org/Document/ALS-Redesign

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult The NREMT Psychomotor Exam is Gone (and it is a good thing) The NREMT Psychomotor exam has been removed. In this video I will tell you why I think this is a good thing. Learn more here: https://nremt.org/Document/ALS-Redesign <![CDATA[Emergency Medical Acronyms]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/fuBr8Lsf2cyurybDexrbjk https://stream.echo6.co/w/fuBr8Lsf2cyurybDexrbjk Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:33:30 GMT A detailed list of EMS acronyms and when/how to use them

BSI – Body substance isolation
AVPU-Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive
A&OX4 – Alert and oriented to person place time and event
SAMPLE – Signs/symptoms, allergies, medications, past medical history, last oral intake, events leading up to injury
OPQRST – Onset, provocation, quality, radiation, severity, time
PEARRL – pupils equal and round reactive to light
CMS/PMS- Circulation motion sensation or pulse motor sensory
DCAP-BTLS - deformities, contusions, abrasions, penetrations, burns, tenderness, lacerations, swelling
SLUDGE (cholinergic toxidromes) – Salivation, lacrimation, urination, defecation, gastrointestinal distress, emesis
AEIOU TIPS- Alcohol, epilepsy, infection, opiates, uremia, trauma, insulin, poisoning, stroke
STEMI – ST segment myocardial infarction
ABCDE-Airway breathing circulation disability exposure
MARCHE-massive hemorrhage, airway, respiration, circulation, extraction, exposure

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Emergency Medical Acronyms A detailed list of EMS acronyms and when/how to use them BSI – Body substance isolation AVPU-Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive A&OX4 – Alert and oriented to person place time and event SAMPLE – Signs/symptoms, allergies, medications, past medical... <![CDATA[Trauma Kit Now! (Small) Review - Blue Force Gear]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/wxBXELUBKQMHdJsu3r1a4t https://stream.echo6.co/w/wxBXELUBKQMHdJsu3r1a4t Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:33:15 GMT A full review and overview of the Blue Force Gear Trauma Kit Now Small. BFG has been making high end medical kit for years and recently released several new sizes to fit a bigger range of operational needs. The TKN Small is roughly the size of a triple stack M4 pouch and carries a robust set of medical supplies.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Trauma Kit Now! (Small) Review - Blue Force Gear A full review and overview of the Blue Force Gear Trauma Kit Now Small. BFG has been making high end medical kit for years and recently released several new sizes to fit a bigger range of operational needs. The TKN Small is roughly the size of a t... <![CDATA[*NEW* EDC Backpack - Vertx Ardennes Holiday]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/iX7cvr2EpMdFVdDTML8qKM https://stream.echo6.co/w/iX7cvr2EpMdFVdDTML8qKM Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:32:57 GMT A full review of the new Vertx Ardennes Holiday everyday carry backpack. This pack is designed to have a low profile while still maintaining the "tactical" features we have come to expect of Vertx products such as a concealable molle panel, space for ballistic body armor, and a quick pull handle for off body CCW.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult *NEW* EDC Backpack - Vertx Ardennes Holiday A full review of the new Vertx Ardennes Holiday everyday carry backpack. This pack is designed to have a low profile while still maintaining the "tactical" features we have come to expect of Vertx products such as a concealable molle panel, space ... <![CDATA[Rappelling Anchors for Rapid Patient Access |SAR Medic|]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/i82zKVjqYWRkG49UgM1mUB https://stream.echo6.co/w/i82zKVjqYWRkG49UgM1mUB Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:32:42 GMT The ability for medical providers to rapidly reach injured patients in the high angle environment is paramount. This video shows three methods of tying rappelling anchors that can be accomplished while rescue capabilities are set up and deployed. Please note that this video is for informational purposes only, do not attempt anything shown in this video without professional training and supervision.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Rappelling Anchors for Rapid Patient Access |SAR Medic| The ability for medical providers to rapidly reach injured patients in the high angle environment is paramount. This video shows three methods of tying rappelling anchors that can be accomplished while rescue capabilities are set up and deployed. ... <![CDATA[MARCHE Assessment ⎮Tactical Environment⎮]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/6Ns9sge3vzrsvpbzyuK5h3 https://stream.echo6.co/w/6Ns9sge3vzrsvpbzyuK5h3 Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:32:28 GMT The MARCHE algorithm is a series of steps that help medical providers identify, prioritize and treat life threatening issues. While this assessment has traditionally been taught in the tactical or combat medical scenario, more and more areas of medicine are beginning to implement it as their primary assessment technique. This video is a short introduction to the MARCHE assessment and the interventions that should be performed in each step.
Check out https://deployedmedicine.com/ for up to date TCCC and TECC guidelines.

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult MARCHE Assessment ⎮Tactical Environment⎮ The MARCHE algorithm is a series of steps that help medical providers identify, prioritize and treat life threatening issues. While this assessment has traditionally been taught in the tactical or combat medical scenario, more and more areas of me... <![CDATA[Building a Civilian Active Shooter Response Bag]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/j1ioh1FojWhQS4FZyCF7HB https://stream.echo6.co/w/j1ioh1FojWhQS4FZyCF7HB Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:32:14 GMT A quick example of a civilian active shooter response bag. This particular bag utilizes a Vertx sling bag with CCW and armor capabilities, and is set up to treat up to three patients in the event of a mass casualty.

Vertx: https://vertx.com/concealed-carry-bags-and-packs (code: prepmed)

Backpack armor: https://premierbodyarmor.com?p=r1MoEO-vq (coupon code: PREPMEDIC)

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Building a Civilian Active Shooter Response Bag A quick example of a civilian active shooter response bag. This particular bag utilizes a Vertx sling bag with CCW and armor capabilities, and is set up to treat up to three patients in the event of a mass casualty. Vertx: https://vertx.com/conc... <![CDATA[Cro Medical Pelvic Binder |Compact & Lightweight|]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/nt598wgHP5sZVje3M6ttvA https://stream.echo6.co/w/nt598wgHP5sZVje3M6ttvA Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:32:02 GMT Using a pelvic binder in instances of high mechanism trauma is an essential aspect of bleeding control in both tactical and civilian medicine. The Cro Medical Pelvic Binder Gen 2 is a compact device that is incredibly easy to use in austere/nonpermissive environments.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Cro Medical Pelvic Binder |Compact & Lightweight| Using a pelvic binder in instances of high mechanism trauma is an essential aspect of bleeding control in both tactical and civilian medicine. The Cro Medical Pelvic Binder Gen 2 is a compact device that is incredibly easy to use in austere/nonper... <![CDATA[Why Stress Makes First Responders Suck (and what can be done about it)]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/khg9JouUV44dmsVcbjrgWA https://stream.echo6.co/w/khg9JouUV44dmsVcbjrgWA Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:31:48 GMT This video explores the effect of acute stress and how it diminishes the abilities of first responders to effectively execute their work.

Some interesting research:
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02501/full
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10401334.2014.859932
https://humansystems.arc.nasa.gov/flightcognition/Publications/NASA_TM_2015_218930-2.pdf
https://www.unisa.edu.au/Media-Centre/Releases/2020/when-youre-smiling-the-whole-world-really-does-smile-with-you/
https://icisf.org/impact-of-the-tach-psych-effect-while-under-stress-duress-or-heightened-anxiety/#:~:text=Under extreme stress%2C duress or,upon your gross motor skills.

]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult Why Stress Makes First Responders Suck (and what can be done about it) This video explores the effect of acute stress and how it diminishes the abilities of first responders to effectively execute their work. Some interesting research: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02501/full https://www.ta... <![CDATA[MyMedic - AutoMedic ⎮Car First Aid Kit⎮]]> https://stream.echo6.co/w/b9cL34EjiAr4bqAKFQfb9u https://stream.echo6.co/w/b9cL34EjiAr4bqAKFQfb9u Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:31:33 GMT A full review of the MyMedic AutoMedic first aid kit. This kit is specifically designed to fit in a glove box and offers a range of capabilities from major hemorrhage control to minor wound care.

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]]> (YT)PrepMedic nonadult MyMedic - AutoMedic ⎮Car First Aid Kit⎮ A full review of the MyMedic AutoMedic first aid kit. This kit is specifically designed to fit in a glove box and offers a range of capabilities from major hemorrhage control to minor wound care. Buy here: https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=...