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EMS training in bleeding control must incorporate mass casualty incident plans and drills as well as the need to prioritize patient triage by injury severity, transport priority and the type of treatment – layperson or medical professional – that is required.
An overview of the current evidence.
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Ward off burnout and turnover by increasing career resiliency and opportunity
5 ways to expand your options and forge your EMS career
Strategies to unilaterally reduce ED wait times and get back into service
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Whether in virtual reality or on a web browser, first responders can practice medical and behavioral health scenarios in a safe, realistic environment
Turnover in your billing office may reveal where reimbursement relies on memory instead of documented process
The treatment has evolved to be one of the most effective and evidence-based treatments for trauma
A unified technology suite can bring big advantages in a tight labor environment, including improved revenue
The final rule has been released – here’s what a veteran enforcement agent finds most important about it
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PFD Assistant Chief Jeff Schripsema shares a powerful story highlighting the department’s commitment to its members
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I lived to retire from the ambulance company
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When employees are happy, engaged and productive, and the organization is meeting their individual needs, they are more likely to meet their full potential
Firearms instructor Todd Fletcher went from a competitive power lifter to a retiree managing pre-diabetes and high blood pressure, showing the impact of shift work on wellness
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