Clinical
Access our directory of clinical articles in EMS, which offers in-depth information on patient assessment, treatment protocols, and emerging medical practices. This collection covers various clinical topics essential for EMS professionals, from advanced pharmacology to trauma management. Staying up-to-date with clinical knowledge is vital for delivering high-quality patient care. For additional resources, explore our section on Medical Research. Enhance your clinical expertise with our expert-driven content.
Dr. JR Pickett examines the difference between a thoracic aortic dissection and an abdominal aortic aneurysm
David Page, MS; Hezedean Smith, DM; and Ayanna Walker, MD, share best practices for evaluating and interpreting prehospital research
Dos and don’ts, and the signs and symptoms you may encounter in managing snakebites
Wellens’ syndrome consists of two types of T wave changes in the anterior leads that are associated with critical LAD stenosis
What’s your assessment and care for two patients who had chest pain, but are now symptom free?
A right-sided 12-lead EKG can identify signs of a right ventricular infarct to guide patient care decisions
What’s your assessment and care for patient who has severe chest pain radiating to his left arm?
Combination of risperidone, haloperidol and levofloxacin may have put a patient with psychiatric illness and seizures at high risk for prolonged QT
What’s your assessment and care for a psychiatric patient who was sedated with haloperidol after a seizure?
Serial 12-lead EKGs are used to recognize the difference between STEMI and NSTEMI in a patient with chest discomfort