Flight Medic "Candy Pouch"

Providing life saving care in the back of a cramped airframe can be a logistical nightmare. Many flight EMS providers such as medics and nurses choose to carry a small pouch on them that holds miscellaneous pieces of equipment that help them function more efficiently in stressful situations. This video is a look at what I carry on me in my “candy pouch”
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[@sionvandevelde]

The quality of these videos are so great I am ashamed to watch them on my mobile phone...

[@PrepMedic]

Probably looks better on your phone lol

[@nightfury8440]

@@PrepMedic Your content is absolutely top drawer.

[@adamgonzalez7450]

My candy pouch mostly consists of snickers and almond joys. Very useful for increasing morale.

[@PrepMedic]

Yeah but it doesn't help you hit flight weight 😂

[@pjdenzer]

how careful do you have to be on weight? what's the tolerances so to speak?

[@PrepMedic]

@@pjdenzer in full gear (including helmet) we need to be under 225 lbs. we weigh in every month.

[@pjdenzer]

I love your videos... I'm not in the medic field but I enjoy your attention to details... thanks

[@PrepMedic]

I mean you might be better off losing the legs, not much room for them anyways 😂

[@Moose_338]

Lands at a accident. Sam: Hey you guys want some candy?

[@BoldAlligator]

Suggestion: basics of flight medicine for layperson. How the cabin is set up. LZ requirements, DOs and DONTs of persons on the ground. Etc.

[@PrepMedic]

Very much want to do a Helicopter walk through, but I need the ok from my boss first.

[@robertbrush6834]

Honestly, it wouldn’t be a PrepMedic pack without an ARS needle in it. I’m really surprised he doesn’t keep a cat tourniquet in there. 😂 Keep up the hard work Sam! You’re always doing bigger and better things. It’s impressive.

[@kierseq5696]

I’ll take all the stickers man. Love watching your videos! Was a follower for awhile for fun, but now I am in EMR, with plans of going to EMT and Paramedic. Love your videos man!

[@stephenbritton9297]

When I started in EMS around 10 years ago, I carried a bunch of stuff. Pretty much has dropped to a pen and a pocket knife... Starting Paramedic now (going from AEMT to medic), so maybe going back up in terms of what I carry in the future. I like this idea of a pouch, quick and easy.

[@renegade7493]

Every Sunday I wait for your videos.

[@TheMikemg2]

I've been experimenting for the past couple of months in the ground 911 setting, and it's actually been very handy to have - especially the syringes and needles. Thanks for the idea!

[@PrepMedic]

Glad to hear it! I think it’s a cool little kit

[@kilroywashere9343]

Not even a medical worker, just find this stuff super interesting

[@911life5]

Very cool to see you guys are giving push does that way. We’ve been doing the same at my ground service for about a year

[@PrepMedic]

We use push dose Epi and push dose phenylephrine as temporizers until we can transition them to either a norepinephrine drip or epi drip. Works solidly.

[@911life5]

@@PrepMedic yeah we do the exact same!! Thanks!

[@codykunkel9785]

Hey, man. Just found your channel. I've been a street medic for 3 years (5 years total in EMS). I was looking to see if you have any videos on transitioning from street medic to either flight and/or TEMS but I haven't found anything. I would love to see a video like that with your perspective! Keep on keeping on, brother

[@kovalankalamohan2318]

Nice another Medic Kit video

[@clintonminer7636]

Fantastic video

[@Connor_cwj]

@prepmedic you should do an updated edc as a flight medic and you should do a tour of the helicopter line you have done with other ambulances because lots of people enjoy watching those types of videos

[@allanbranson]

Thanks for this!

[@franciscojesus8914]

I would really enjoy a video about your edc (what you carry on your flight suit) and what you have in the bags that you carry on the helicopter Thanks and stay safe

[@PrepMedic]

Forsure man. I will be doing that eventually.

[@josephogorman5455]

Great idea well thought out , fair play to you

[@sumone1930]

Thankyou for the content!

[@hawaiianfilter]

Great video..

[@Its_Esoteric]

You look good brother! I’m glad you have finally found a haircut that suits your face better than the buzz cut and it looks like you have even lost weight 👍🏼🇺🇸

[@rotormedicvance]

Great video Sam! I use this kit in my home visit bag. Started doing home visits with some of my patients that are fearful of coming into the office due to the pandemic. I’m a NP now but would have loved this back in the day. What you didn’t tell them, was the patients head is in your crotch when their supine in a Astar. No vomit zone...

[@PrepMedic]

Truedat. Antiemetics are the true heros of EMS and HEMS.

[@longviewstud26]

Excellent video. Keep it up

[@meidamx]

Started CCT this week. Get some.

[@nherr0608]

Sam, I have been watching you for a few years. Great content. I also fly for amgh/gmr as medic and live in the Denver metroplex. Keep it up.

[@PrepMedic]

Thats awesome! I assume I know who you work for.. I know a couple guys who fly with you that are pretty freaking squared away. Even though I work up north I actually live in Denver as well.

[@nherr0608]

@@PrepMedic I actually don’t fly in Denver though. I’m in a float/travel position inside the company. Just Denver is home for me. I know a couple people at medevac but don’t fly there.

[@PrepMedic]

Ah! Dude that sounds like a tough lifestyle but I bet you get to see some pretty unique places.

[@nherr0608]

@@PrepMedic yea unique is a good word for it. Mississippi last week, home this weekend then NC next week.

[@mongoose3617]

Hey Sam, did you know that those 10mL preload/flushes aren't accurate and calibrated? I believe my service uses the same preloads, and the ml markings on the side is just a sticker, where as an accurate 10ml syringe would have it written on the syringe itself. Therefore, you could potentially have dosage errors for diluting medications. Just something to consider, I used to dilute meds in the preloads, until I found out they weren't accurate.

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

Sam I am so jealous of your service you work for, it seems like an awesome place to work for! Also you should sell some of those PM stickers!

[@PrepMedic]

We are always hiring on the 911 side.

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

@@PrepMedic well if I figure out a way to move to Colorado I will DEFINITELY apply, I love the idea of having every EMS route I would want to take in one agency!

[@salt4dinner968]

Him: *blocks out the name of the care provider* Me: *Looks at flight number and then locates the place 😂*

[@leslieunderwood3520]

And?

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

@@leslieunderwood3520 if u watch his 2020 ambulance walk through, you can find what provider he works for, look them up, they are pretty sick

[@leslieunderwood3520]

@@HUNTER-ve3iw Once again..."And?"

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

@@leslieunderwood3520 And what?

[@zavery1645]

Whos on second?

[@stellars4257]

Mine is called a Bag of Tricks ;) Nice vid!

[@BigOlBatman]

This dude is speedrunning life

[@marekholub8668]

If you don't have protocols for ketamine, which medications do you use for trauma severe pain management? For example compound fractures which needed to be reduced on scene. In Europe ket is commonly used for this.

[@stevenrogers4663]

Sam, a little late to the show, but I find myself always looking for a connector for the b/p cuffs, sometimes its the 2 pronged push on's, the twist on's or the 1 hose QD type, but I am always finding those missing from the Zoll when I go to check it. this would be a good thing to add.

[@caritoduarte5947]

gracias muuy buenos los comentarios

[@theshanester338]

Hardcore 👊

[@adogonfire]

Do you make morale patches? If not may be a good this to carry as well. I'd buy one.

[@KHGOutdoors]

I feel as though I need to pay a subscription for this content.

[@PrepMedic]

I mean.... I’ll shoot you my Venmo info if you want to pay 😂. In all seriousness, thank you. I appreciate the compliment

[@TAC803]

Hey, I’m not sure if you’ve done this already or if you’d do it, but maybe you could do a video on how to make sure you’re not too involved in the scene. Like, how to keep those emotions inside while you’re in a high stress or highly emotional setting or event. I’m working as an emergency response officer in a dangerous school so there’s lots of drugs and violence, and I need some help on how to detach myself emotionally from the situation

[@TAC803]

@@kylewalker5770 thank you, I will be looking at that.

[@patrickstaley1465]

Can you do an update of this video for summer and winter once you figure out your load out for those season?

[@PrepMedic]

Yes, it will be changing constantly.

[@5minuteemsreview216]

Any suggestions for a similar case with a belt loop attachment?

[@Frogman21221]

Отличные видео 👍 было бы здорово увидеть русские субтитры.

[@bartwhite5768]

CRO makes that heat though!

[@theshinobimedic]

Hey Sam, what brand makes that quarter zip you're wearing?

[@deadeye5155]

Honestly i think the TREX Arms MED1 pouch would be a fantastic option. Its 45$ instead of a 180$ case

[@PrepMedic]

As an IFAk seems like an interesting idea but I don’t think it would work at all for this application. No internal organization and it is too large for a pocket.

[@richardphilp566]

Great Vid, What's the object between the the Quick Reference and the Artery clips? Just curious. Thanks

[@PrepMedic]

SOAR Rescue Scorpion. For hanging multiple drips.

[@benmccullough7820]

I have a prep medic sticker on my gunsafe right next to the dagr and nott sticker that came with my prepmedic knife. I carry that knife almost every day.

[@PrepMedic]

That’s awesome dude! How do you like the knife?

[@benmccullough7820]

@@PrepMedic love it and the convience of having a fixed blade on me.

[@bigd2829]

Is there a way to be certified to carry an ARS needle without becoming an EMT?

[@danthespaceman2779]

I want one of those stickers lol

[@Mrichini]

Quick question. How would you manage a torn/ leaking picc/ central line in flight? I’ll take a sticker! Thank you, great content.

[@PrepMedic]

If they are torn or leaking then we will address that in the facility prior to takeoff. If they are damaged in flight then It depends to the extent of the damage

[@berlindoozer]

Hi from germany! What is this small medi at 8:35? Dit not understand. Cool guy, keep on!

[@beckloken4758]

Ondansetron (zofran) is an antiemetic commonly given 4mg either by an orally disintegrating tablet, or via IV to reduce nausea/vomiting.

[@jmbemtco1]

What is the tool/device @ 1:07 with the red paracord on it?

[@maxanderson4924]

Where can people get saline for our own kits?

[@kurumiebisuzawa2738]

I want to see a tour of the helicopter.

[@curiousoli]

When Sam says something is expensive... crying in canadian dollars 😭

[@thebearded_guardian3671]

I cringed when I heard A-Star. It is literally a VW Beetle with a rotor and tail boom

[@user-bv3ub9vy3l]

Do they still sell these…? Or are they just out of stock online?

[@notgump1312]

Hey Sam, do you have any advice for going critical care flight paramedic? This seems right up my alley.

[@PrepMedic]

Start with your paramedic and then study up for your FP-C

[@notgump1312]

@@PrepMedic Thanks a bunch! Love your channel.

[@siwe4732]

Hey, by Tasmanian Tiger (Germany) you find similar pouches, but cheaper.

[@Genaro-qt6nr]

do you? What Pouch would you recomend?

[@siwe4732]

@@Genaro-qt6nr Hi, i recomand the tt medic base pouch or tt tac pouch 1 trema.

[@alexr1101]

Are you selling the stickers? I'd love to buy a couple!

[@macmedic892]

With the TIE fighter, you're making 1:100k epi, right? What are you using that for?

[@PrepMedic]

Push dose pressor. Also great for peds meds

[@jthouck506]

How do you determine a tension pneumothorax in a helicopter where you can’t hear lungs sounds?

[@frankjones43]

Look or feel for bilateral chest rise and fall

[@PrepMedic]

Increased PIPs, JVD, Hypotension etc...

[@Vinnytwotime]

JVD, unequal rise and fall of chest, tracheal deviation....

[@Epirus1345]

What boots were those you were wearing when you were showing the ankle carry in your flight suit? @PrepMedic

[@PrepMedic]

Solomons

[@Epirus1345]

@@PrepMedic Thanks

[@bradenhemminger5639]

Are you selling the stickers anywhere?

[@Harboy123]

🎉

[@will16320]

This guy changes job more than my dad changes wifes

[@PrepMedic]

I don’t change jobs! I just add them. Turned flights into my full-time gig, still do Tacmed part-time, and am PRN on the 911 side for the city 🤣.

[@heindrulabuschagne475]

Hi man when does the next edc vid upload

[@PrepMedic]

Unknown. Probably in a month or so.

[@darktrooper9707]

Not me casually flying to Colorado getting into trouble on a top of the mountain to get a sticker from Sam 🙄🙄

[@elizaeliza5937]

I was think of just asking every medic person I find for a sticker. Eventually you should find Sam.😂

[@blakey666]

So Sam, how is HEMS treating you? You enjoying it more than land ambulance?

[@PrepMedic]

Best job I have ever had.

[@blakey666]

@@PrepMedic Glad to hear that. Wish you all the best of luck with it. I have all the respect in the world for you for doing it because I know it's not an easy job.

[@dimsumdaddy9460]

@@PrepMedic Former medic currently eating shit in nursing school to do flight. Nice to hear that you're enjoying it.

[@st05002125]

What to carry for HEMS - the biggest nightmare... finding a pouch to fit your kit that then fits your pockets! 🤣🙈

[@PrepMedic]

True dat!

[@j.la4ce696]

Flight medic in MO. Patch, coin, or sticker swap??

[@dukeofnuke2446]

Are you still with the SWAT in addition to being a flight medic?

[@PrepMedic]

Yes

[@dukeofnuke2446]

@@PrepMedic Damn that's impressive! I have great respect for you

[@asweeters]

3. Boom.

[@Commandergree143]

Where did u get that pullover?

[@PrepMedic]

The SWAT team I used to belong to lol.

[@chrisismyname9464]

Crows foot. We all them a chooks foot.

[@Griffinsage808]

Whats the Max flow rate of that crows foot?

[@PrepMedic]

More than you can give. It matches the tubing it is connected to.

[@kimdahyun8071]

Hi sir sam im john from the philippines im trying to apply on our medical responder here in our local area and ive attended all of there seminars i also do volunteer in some emergency rienactment. Iwish you could read this sir sam and respond and i like your cromedical pouch iwish you could sponsor me 1 of those to help me pursue my dream it would really help me a lot. thanks sir sam have a great day

[@Aquamayne100]

How many years did you work till you went into flight?

[@PrepMedic]

Almost 10. 2 as an EMT and 8 as a paramedic

[@Aquamayne100]

@@PrepMedic Whoa

[@ryansmith2509]

That bag is 155 dollars!?

[@zero-kc8ym]

How many jobs do you have it is at least 3

[@PrepMedic]

Flights is my only full-time job. I am oncall for SORT and I am part-time with the city 911 system. Thats it.

[@jaimemunoz5920]

Double edge sword I love watching your videos but medical stuff makes me become more hypochondriac lol. true story my dad is the opposite of me. He shot a nail through his finger once and before he drove himself to the ER he tried to pull it out.

[@warrenphilips8441]

I suspect someone introduced that cric kit with the term "boujee" or "bougie," and you applied it to that specific instance. I would like to draw your attention to the general or widely accepted definition from the streets....dog....(well, from a google search and common usage at least): Boujee is hip-hop slang for something "luxurious in lifestyle yet humble in character," influenced by and often interchanged with the slang bougie. An abbreviation of the French "bourgeois." A critical term used to describe people, things, and places that are definitively high-class. Something that is affected, inauthentic, gentrified, exclusive, and/or otherwise sheltered from the dirt and grime of the real world.

[@PrepMedic]

Bougie is the actual name for the introducer. It isn’t slang.

[@PrepMedic]

You can even read the back of the package on the video. We carry larger Bougies in the ambulance for normal intubation.

[@TheMikemg2]

Nearly spit out my coffee at this.

[@eriktruchinskas3747]

The only pouches I'd consider a candy pouch is filled with morphine, fentanyl, amphetamines, hypodermic, and tourniquet.....or candy

[@sjones4352]

Send me one of them stickers

[@riceperfect]

4th

[@calebverrall1799]

the 2 thumbs down are the people that didn't get a sticker

[@RCFlyBoy314]

First!

[@SulmtxnxtYT]

Second

[@SB-iy7ls]

It sucks when you need tactical gear for actual work and it's all gone due to smooth brains LARPING in D.C.