My heartbeat slowly returns to normal. They are capable of monitoring the patient in the van, by EKG and other technological devices, and through cyberspace get it to the physician and back with advisement as they arrive at the hospital. Their enthusiasm and efficiency, based on their rigorous paramedic training, are worthy of commendation. I'm impressed by the use of, and dependency on, computers. They're not playing video games.
People are there on the cusp between life and death.
Once they get Arnie awake, we joke about being a frequent EMS passenger and I apologize for calling so often. They reassure me that it is, under his circumstances, imperative and appropriate to call. I promise not to hesitate ever again. I silently pray this will not happen again. This is the sort of excitement we indulge in for variety.