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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.
Your cheat sheet for spotting kidney dysfunction before it’s too late
The 2025 CoAEMSP survey underscores a critical need for systemic improvement in how paramedic education programs access and utilize clinical and field resources
Montgomery County Hospital District (MCHD) compares the effectiveness of two parenteral analgesics in the prehospital setting
Examining cardiac care in the absence of STEMI following ROSC
A helicopter crew grabbed the man, hoisted him up and transported him to a hospital
Celebrating outstanding achievement by collegiate EMS, innovation at the NCEMS conference
Firefighter Walter Stewart lost his youngest and oldest kids following the deaths of their brother and mother
Finally, reimbursement for community paramedic home visits on the horizon
The GO2VENT by Vortran is a gas-powered device worth considering for disaster plans
The pros and cons of growing the talent pool
MassBay Community College students learn canine first-aid
The Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division found that JaMichael Sandridge and Robert Long violated state rules of emergency aid and treatment
Takeaways from a GSW response that quickly escalated into chaos
Animal bites and envenomations pose some interesting challenges to EMS providers
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“We immediately removed both fire medics from their normal duties and discontinued their abilities to provide patient care,” Clearwater Chief Scott Ehlers said
Michigan EMS leaders share the challenges in locating, extricating and transporting victims of snowmobile crashes
This webinar covers stroke assessment, recognition and timely decision-making as to where to transport a patient for intervention
Finding the balance between being prepared for anything and being quick, light and back pain-free
Gwinnett County Captain Chris Bilik positioned his vehicle to block traffic and called 911; a second firefighter also rendered aid until EMS providers arrived
“Whatever you don’t bring is what you’re going to need,” one commenter wrote
“There was information withheld by those already on the scene which caused our members to handle things differently than they should have,” Thomas Malone said
Is there a role for dexamethasone in the prehospital environment?
Peggy Finley also is accused of trying to improperly influence a police officer
Matt Zavadsky shares how MedStar ceased red lights and sirens operations during recent weather event and discusses EMS on-demand
A legal and ethical deep dive into the firing of 2 EMTs, fire lieutenant in Tyre Nichols’ death
Multiple ambulance strike teams are transporting patients to alternative facilities in the area
AMR has also purchased supplies for Sensory Kits for each of its 14 ambulances, including ear protection, a doodle pad, a stress ball, fidget marble, fidget spinner and a pop-it device
After more than two hours, paramedics registered a pulse on the woman, but said “there was no eye movement, no verbal or vocal response and no motor response”
Attorneys for the Ohio patient and her husband allege that the paramedics were negligent
Chief Gary Ludwig joins to discuss the role of public safety leadership in preventing tragedy on scene, and weighs in on the EMS body camera debate
Is addressing provider frustration the key to reducing turnover?
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