ECG
Eliminate EKG rhythms until there is only one probable interpretation
Focus on what you can identify within an ECG tracing, rather than the criteria
Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond
POCUS, ECG and assessment findings to look for to avoid the RV spiral of death
Montgomery County Hospital District shares their findings trialing carotid ultrasound during CPR to enhance cardiac arrest response
Is a systolic of 200 an emergency in itself?
The award recognizes agencies that have demonstrated creative approaches to improving therapies for patients with Acute Coronary Syndromes and sudden cardiac arrest
What if we could change the timing of our post-ROSC ECG and better select those who warrant emergent catheterization?
Should we overhaul our protocols? What we’ve learned about STEMI, OHCA ROSC from the PEACE study
As device manufacturers continue to explore the potential of wearable tech, we’re discovering new applications and opportunities for health monitoring
Test your knowledge on interpreting ECG waves, intervals and segments
How do we recognize and treat hyperkalemia in the prehospital setting?
For patients who do not achieve ROSC early, is it better to stay on scene and continue resuscitation efforts or transport to the ED with CPR in progress?
In some cases, our medical monitoring equipment alert is the precursor to a rapidly deteriorating patient who appears normal
Montgomery County, Maryland Fire & Rescue Service’s Russell Patterson shares how process ownership is streamlining their ACS, STEMI management
We’ve all heard about getting ‘back to the basic,’ but sometimes paramedics need to make sure they get back to the advanced, as well
Jackson County EMS’s cardiac arrest and STEMI protocols demonstrate how leadership and front-line crews can come together to save lives
This is the third year in a row the Lawrence County EMS agency has gotten the award
Research suggests an association between sodium bicarbonate and decreased survival-to-hospital discharge and worsened neurological status
In its second year, the benchmark report based on EMS national data digs deeper into five key metrics and adds two additional measures
An Apple Watch update can detect abnormal heart rhythms and even call 911 for the user; learn how it works
The latest update for Apple Watches includes the ECG app, which checks for irregular heart rhythms
Address protocols for all the institutions involved across the continuum of care to initiate definitive treatment for STEMI patients
Every year starts with good intentions. Make this one filled with real world positive change
Tips for training EMS providers on interpreting a 12-lead, from studying EKG renderings and understanding their clinical significance
A new study suggests there may not be any clinical benefits to administering NTG to treat chest pain caused by myocardial ischemia
As we reflect on the past 10 years, here’s a look at the videos that resonated the most with readers
Learn the age-related differences in a pediatric patient’s ECG and the changes to expect on a pediatric 12-lead ECG
Learn how to separate atrial activity from ventricular activity when interpreting a rhythm strip and the atrial flutter waves will stand out
