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.
During a time of racial tension and social upheaval, the movement helped form the foundations of the pre-hospital care we’re used to today
Managing high-risk/difficult refusals with the FEARS mnemonic
Four distinct events must occur in order for an anaphylactic reaction to manifest
Learn from the best while establishing your bedrock of clinical progression
Keeping them going round and round during fuel supply disruptions
As the winter’s surge of coronavirus cases overwhelmed Los Angeles hospitals, EMTs like Michael Diaz were forced to take previously unthinkable measures
The archive of more than 100 of Stout’s articles and essays was funded through a partnership between FirstWatch and AIMHI
Acadian collaborated with the Boy Scouts of America and We Are Blood to expand the programs to Bastrop County
Learn more about psychogenic seizures and how to be a more empathetic provider
As prices soar on gas, lumber and consumer goods, EMS cannot follow market forces to increase prices for our services
As device manufacturers continue to explore the potential of wearable tech, we’re discovering new applications and opportunities for health monitoring
On this episode of Inside EMS, our co-hosts discuss the importance of treating the whole patient in context, instead of relying on medical monitoring to determine best practices
An attorney for Jamon West’s family alleges firefighters threw West to the ground and put their weight on top of him while he was having a seizure
Rob Lawrence and guest Dr. Fivaz discuss heroes in headsets and prehospital emergency triage
Moore Fire Department Lt. Alex Meron and Paramedic Chelsee Meron found the man pulseless in the baggage claim area
If you are a provider with an IFAK, or a tactical medic, you will want to upgrade to these shears
Should Kansas providers face discipline for not transporting a patient who was breathing?
South Carolina researchers found that door-to-treatment time was cut by 18 minutes with in-ambulance telehealth consultation
Adair County Ambulance District Paramedic Adam Bruner, 47, served with the district for seven years and was a past EMS director
Astro, a pit bull mix, led a stranger to his owner who had suffered a medical emergency
Rockford dispatchers were taught to catch the signs early to notify EMS providers and police
Family members say the boy’s twin brother tried to resuscitate him before the ambulance crew arrived
Ashely Roa, 15, and Stephanie Roa, 17, were presented Certificates of Heroism, the highest recognition for civilians presented by the Orange County Fire Authority
Pediatric emergency technology company Handtevy partnered with the state to roll out its resuscitation system and education courses
You don’t have to roll out a red carpet, but there are a few extra considerations for caring for celebrities, politicians and other high-profile individuals in the public spotlight
Before choosing a carry bag for medical supplies, make a list of what you need
In this episode, our co-hosts discuss Kelly Grayson’s recent airway management webinar (now available on-demand) and debate the best intubation tools
The bill would also bar medics from administering certain drugs to assist law enforcement
Test your knowledge on interpreting ECG waves, intervals and segments
Family members of the boy warned about the social media challenge that dares participants to choke themselves unconscious
A patient presented with a unique set of symptoms not previously encountered by EMS providers with over 30-plus years of collective experience
Though injury was deemed “incompatible with survival,” bodycam footage and records show patient was alive for hours before transport to hospice
Allen-Clay Joint Fire District Battalion Chief Mark Stahl responded to a call where an unqualified EMT reportedly performed an IO
