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.
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
When Steven St. Germaine went into cardiac arrest, PRIDEStar paramedics rushed from their station across the street to render aid
NREMT is discontinuing the ALS psychomotor exam. That’s a good thing, if you let it be
Paramedic Derek Smith testified that officers did not say that Floyd wasn’t breathing and had no pulse
The approval for new AEDs, cardiac monitors and CPR devices follows an inspection showing that most Eddy County fire vehicles lacked working AEDs
Two METZ Medical Transport employees were injured but in stable condition following the incident
Wayne Kewitsch and Johanna Moore dig into improving SCA survival and neurological outcomes
“I’ve been here 30 years, and I’ve never had this happen,” said Captain Jon Moore with the Mesquite Fire Department
A bystander who stopped to perform CPR on the man said within minutes of dialing for help, a drone arrived overhead
Firefighters’ “oxygen tanks were empty, and they still pushed through the smoke” to continue making rescues, said Mayor Eric Adams
Only patients with the most severe illness and injury are to be taken by ambulance to hospitals
The Handtevy partnership includes a mobile app and education
Citizen CPR Foundation recognized 2 trailblazers with the Hans H. Dahll Award
Each vehicle carries an EMT and basic life support equipment
Researchers are studying the benefits and risks of aortic occlusion to address a gap in ACLS care
Alberta Health Services paramedic Mike Hart was on duty at the Airdrie Urgent Care Centre when he went into cardiac arrest
The medical examiner determined Renardo Green’s cause of death was “prone restraint cardiac arrest”
Fire Lieutenant Colby Fiske, Deputy Bob O’Connell, Firefighters Bill Nicholson and Eric Larson and West Boylston Police Sgt. Anthony Papandrea were presented with the district attorney’s Team Excellence and Merit
Michael Scudder had been experiencing chest pains and shortness of breath
An Oklahoma City Council vote also put in place free, in-house paramedic training
Clinically significant bradycardia: think about causes before you treat
“Last act of heroism": Major Dean Douglas donated his organs, Metropolitan Emergency Medical Services says
Eligible regional activities under AFG are Vehicle Acquisition, Training, Equipment, Wellness and Fitness, and PPE activities
“This is something I’ll have nightmares about for the rest of my life,” said Alex Pollak, who worked at the concert
This year’s topics include video-based dispatch systems, COVID-19 infection risk to rescuers, an extensive review of neonatal cord management and more
13 people remain hospitalized; Astroworld organizer and rapper Travis Scott thanked police and fire departments for their response and support
Project Heart Beat has placed more than 9,000 defibrillators citywide
Medic Deputy Director John Studnek says response configuration change is “going to help us bridge the gap of the long-term problem of staffing”
The city council’s sergeant at arms officer performed CPR until paramedics arrived
Drs. Antevy, Piehl and Spiro evaluate EMS video of a patient receiving whole blood and a finger thoracostomy
Gresham firefighter Nick Haney helped administer CPR to Meghan Roth, whom he’d met through a mutual friend