emergency medical technician

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An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a medical professional trained to deliver basic emergency medical care. This includes services like cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other life-saving interventions before and during a patient's transport to a hospital. The term EMT is an abbreviation for "emergency medical technician". EMTs are certified to provide these essential services, distinguishing them from paramedics who often have more advanced training. The designation "EMT" first appeared in 1972.123

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