Greg Friese, MS, NRP, is the Lexipol Editorial Director, leading the efforts of the editorial team on PoliceOne, FireRescue1, Corrections1, EMS1 and Gov1. Greg has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master's degree from the University of Idaho. He is an educator, author, paramedic and runner. Greg is a three-time Jesse H. Neal award winner, the most prestigious award in specialized journalism, and 2018 and 2020 Eddie Award winner for best Column/Blog. Ask questions or submit article ideas to Greg by emailing him at gfriese@lexipol.com and connect with him on LinkedIn.
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Respect and admiration for one of us is respect and admiration for all of us
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I believe that managing micro-stressors will prepare me for when I am confronted with a large, high-stress incident at work or home
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A chest seal is indicated for penetrating trauma victims to restore or maintain the ability for the patient to breathe through the normal route
I hope first responders working the scene can get the psychological care they need, soon
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