Definición y Significado de "emergency medical technician"

Who is an "emergency medical technician"?

An emergency medical technician (EMT) is a healthcare professional trained to provide immediate medical care to patients in emergency situations. EMTs respond to 911 calls, accidents, and medical emergencies, providing care at the location of the emergency before transporting patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities. They evaluate patients' conditions, perform basic life support techniques such as CPR, bandaging wounds, and giving oxygen, and may also help with advanced life support procedures under the direction of paramedics or other advanced medical personnel.