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.
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
You are on scene with a patient who is experiencing chest pain; what if the cause isn’t cardiac?
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
Test your knowledge on interpreting ECG waves, intervals and segments
Members of Reading Hospital’s EMS leadership team were in the employee cafeteria when the coworker collapsed
Learn how real-time BVM feedback can help you improve patient care for cardiac arrest, TBI and other critical conditions
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
Practice these 3 scenarios where CPR feedback can be beneficial to help your providers achieve and maintain quality compressions and resuscitation in a variety of situations
What we learned from the ARREST Trial about ECMO-facilitated resuscitation in OHCA refractory ventricular fibrillation
Test your knowledge on the three unique qualities that allow the heart to deliver essential oxygen, nutrients and hormones to the body
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
It is not the first time the celebrity doctor has come to the aid of an injured person
A study posted in JAMA finds stay and play is favorable to load and go in most cases of out of hospital cardiac arrest
Beavertown Rescue Hose Company Firefighter/EMR Craig Ginter, 57, was helping pump water at a fill site when he suffered a cardiac arrest
The woman’s 8-year-old son called 911 and provided a full address within 71 seconds, according to the suit
Test your airway management knowledge with these 10 questions
Mount Sinai researchers found that changes in heart rate variability measured by an Apple Watch could signal the onset of COVID-19
State health officials said the program, which began in April, has shown benefits in aiding COVID-19 screening and improving patients’ cardiovascular health
The Marana police dispatcher was attempting to transfer the call to Tucson 911 to dispatch the fire department
Michael Tropepe was resuscitated by paramedics after going into cardiac arrest, and spent 10 days at Orange Park Medical Center
Heart disease is a leading killer in the U.S. – are your cardiac care skills up to the task?
EMT Tony Aldapa said getting the voucher felt like a “slap in the face” after United Airlines failed to follow up about his health after the incident
The more than $14,500 Firehouse Subs grant will be used to buy a LUCAS chest compression system and external power supply
Coordinating care across EMS, the ED, cath lab, ICU and even rehabilitation can improve outcomes with ECMO
MOST POPULAR
- Md. bill requires schools to plan for cardiac arrest emergencies
- Study: Head-up CPR increases odds of patient surviving neurologically intact
- Prove it: Administering NTG to patients with inferior wall myocardial infarction
- Man Shocks Himself With Defibrillator for Fun
- How a balloon pump helps the heart