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.
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Pat Scarcella, an ER nurse, said an ambulance from another county was the only one available despite the hospital being less than half a mile away
Officials chose to alter staffing for an ambulance that runs within city limits, where it can get to the hospital quicker
Band employee jumps in a swamp to assist with cardiac arrest
First responders went through the swarm to aid the patients and protect the surviving victim
Doctors said the blow to the boy’s chest disrupted his hearth rhythm, causing a sudden cardiac arrest
Eden Emergency Response and Rescue Volunteer David Cole was resuscitated by fellow EMS providers last month
Moore Fire Department Lt. Alex Meron and Paramedic Chelsee Meron found the man pulseless in the baggage claim area
The police officer, firefighter and EMS providers from five different departments were at the same restaurant by coincidence
Family members say the boy’s twin brother tried to resuscitate him before the ambulance crew arrived
Carbondale Police Interim Chief Stan Reno said the officers’ actions would normally go against policy but were a “potentially life-or-death decision”
Acadian Paramedic Heather Waites and EMT Ryan Wilkenfeld were recently awarded for their actions after witnessing the crash
The American Heart Association courses were recognized for their use of an adaptive learning model involving AI and customization
Pediatric emergency technology company Handtevy partnered with the state to roll out its resuscitation system and education courses
The Acadian Ambulance crew was transporting a patient when the vehicle rolled over into icy water in front of them
Hennepin County EMS paramedics and a Minneapolis fire captain described their efforts to resuscitate Floyd
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Members of Reading Hospital’s EMS leadership team were in the employee cafeteria when the coworker collapsed
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Shelly LeGere is currently campaigning to have ALS fire apparatus respond to medical calls
The device’s software will allow the Pueblo West Fire Department to transmit heart rhythm data securely to the ER
The city of Hobart took advantage of a trade-in deal to replace its older cardiac monitors and AEDs
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What we learned from the ARREST Trial about ECMO-facilitated resuscitation in OHCA refractory ventricular fibrillation
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Fairfield Bay EMS members said the volunteer service is important to the community and provides adequate coverage
This case study details how Naperville FD in Illinois improved survivability and ROSC rates for cardiac arrest by adopting new protocols and equipment
Becky Hedrick described how her husband Delbert became unresponsive as she drove him to the hospital herself
Topeka Fire Chief Craig Duke said Rena Blomberg and Jessica Jones showed heroism by rendering aid despite COVID-19 risks
The Thomson-McDuffie County Fire and EMS members were getting lunch after an EMS class when one of them slumped over in his seat
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