Medical professionals and EMS leaders often agree that the best course of action for an EMT who is experiencing significant stress from a serious call or experience is to **seek professional debriefing or counseling**. This helps the EMT process their emotions, cope with the stress, and prevent potential long-term psychological effects. It's important to provide support and resources for the mental well-being of healthcare and emergency personnel who often encounter highly challenging and distressing situations in their line of work.