Cardiac Care
Explore our comprehensive directory of articles on Cardiac Care in EMS, tailored to support professionals in assessing, treating, and managing cardiac emergencies. This collection covers essential topics such as ECG interpretation, advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and the latest heart attack and arrhythmia management protocols. Mastering cardiac care is crucial for improving patient outcomes in life-threatening situations. For related content, check out our resources on Emergency Medical Procedures. Stay informed and enhance your skills in cardiac care with our expert-driven content.
Harris County ESD11 Mobile Healthcare developed 10 commandments to set initial expectations while onboarding 200 paramedics
Put away your Bee Gees record and try these holiday classics to keep the CPR pace this season
Challenge yourself with these 10 questions to learn more about ACE-CPR or test to see how much you already know
As fire and EMS crews in Bolton went to work on a cardiac arrest patient, one of their own was stricken
From game-day rescues to chaotic showdowns, these unforgettable events put public safety in the spotlight this year
Presentations included moderated posters describing the advances the company has made in developing new multimodal CPR technology
College Park officials said the teen was transported to the hospital by her mother after a Grady EMS ambulance did not arrive
The Honolulu Fire Department responded to a call hiker experiencing a medical emergency at Koko Crater
A four-alarm fire on the fifth floor at an apartment in Edison left two occupants in critical condition
Research found individuals experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in Baltimore were 45% less likely to receive bystander CPR compared to state and national averages
Research highlights the potential population health impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists
New technology is changing how we place electrodes for accurate 12-lead ECGs
Learn what to look for, including P-to-P intervals, to identify atrial flutter
Mapleton Police Officer Bob Roelofs performed CPR on Smith until paramedics arrived
Sudden cardiac arrest can strike without warning, and every minute counts
Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service medics responded to a heart attack, only to find their former teacher in need
Clear Spring EMS responded to an urgent call involving an infant initially in respiratory distress
Erin Mender had earlier helped the same EMT with a medical emergency at the Alabama-Missouri game
The duo were recognized for saving the life of a teen soccer player
The West Bloomfield High School “WB Has Heart” program involves awareness, screenings, training, merchandise and events
EMS agencies face significant geographic, racial and income-based disparities, impacting response times and patient care
Join Steve Whitehead, Hartwell Medical and EMS1 for 26 brand-new episodes, from CPR consciousness, to hands off chest time and sedation controversies
The AED’s journey from concept to modern use is a fascinating tale of medical innovation, collaboration and lifesaving success
New study shows risk remains elevated for years after a COVID-19 infection, especially for those with certain blood types.
Try these tips to make seat belt use in the patient care compartment just as normal as your personal vehicle
Annapolis Fire Chief Douglas Remaley presented the citations of merit Wiley H. Bates Middle School staff
You are on scene with a patient who is experiencing chest pain; what if the cause isn’t cardiac?
Steve has a couple of important tips for that ST elevated patient
ZOLL’s donation of the National AED Registry to the Emergency AED Registry, hosted by PulsePoint, optimizes dispatch and citizen responder accessibility to AED locations
