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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.
Memorization of acronyms does not necessarily translate to understanding; here’s a breakdown of what DCAP-BTLS means
What will TNKase’s 5-second IV bolus mean for EMS stroke care?
High-stress decisions and human limitations demand more than just training
”... As frustrated as I’ve ever been on a call, I can’t fathom doing any of these things to a patient,” one commenter wrote
When lots of red flags are waving, assess the patient, provide compassionate care and always take “I can’t breathe” seriously
“When the prosecutor sees and hears compassion, competence and professionalism, even in the face of significant errors being made, it becomes much harder to justify filing criminal charges”
The Springfield patient, who may have been experiencing hallucinations, was placed face-down on a stretcher and restrained
“It’s a mixed story” in which some things could have gone better but others went well, said Dr. Tom Frieden, a former CDC director
Montgomery County Hospital District shares 3 years of results of a hyperkalemia treatment protocol
While possible R-on-T phenomenon could induce cardiac arrest, treatment is the same: standard AHA protocols for VF arrest
When Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field in cardiac arrest, he received out-of-hospital BLS and ALS care from team personnel and EMS before transport to the hospital
Always keep the patient’s context in mind in any situation when you’re utilizing waveform capnography
How are we going to grow strong EMTs if all we focus on teaching them are skills and how to pass the test?
High school senior Sebastian Cadavid recognized by the American Heart Association as a Heartsaver Hero for his efforts
Are you financially prepared to be on the other end of medical care?
Part of building crew unity is taking the opportunity to have some fun, but there must be room for training – plus all those EMS calls
The analysis found higher numbers of deaths on the hottest days and said the coldest days were fatal to even more people
The distinction between sedation, analgesia and paralysis
Greene County-Greeneville EMS is short-staffed by more than 20%
First responders, clinicians, and policymakers now have access to useful, real-time data, said Dr. Rahul Gupta, Office of National Drug Control Policy director
Managing unusual abdominal injuries, including intussusception, Hirschsprung disease and appendicitis
Learn how innovations are being made in treating respiratory emergencies
Take advantage of new resources to prevent over- and under-triage, and to guide transportation decisions
“Our guys did exactly what they were trained to do,” Vermilion Fire Chief Bill Brown said, describing how firefighters, officers and EMS providers responded
Mpox was selected after some agencies had independently started using other names such as MPX or MPV
Louisville Metro EMS Major Chis Lokits joins to discuss the future of paramedic intubation, as well his agency’s part in the DoD’s prehospital airway clinical trial
In a recent trial, Colorado’s South Metro Fire Rescue department found prehospital ultrasound had a substantial impact on decision making and patient management
The man resisted when the officer tried to get him out of the road, and the paramedic helped the officer get the man under control
A person in Maryland died, another lost a pregnancy and at least 13 cases have required hospitalization
Montgomery County Hospital District evaluates prehospital NTG feasibility, effectiveness and safety for pulmonary edema
It appeared the students had eaten food containing THC, Baltimore County Police spokesperson Trae Corbin said
Another crew took over patient care
Are you fluent in medical shorthand? Check out this list of abbreviations and download a copy of PDF flashcards to test yourself
