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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.
We train extensively on blunt trauma and GSWs, but stab wounds also present a real danger for patients
For new EMTs and paramedics there is nothing more important than improving your patient assessment skills; learn and follow these field proven tips
A fatal medication error and subsequent involuntary manslaughter charge highlights the ongoing challenges of error reporting in EMS
Do you know what a PASG is? Have you ever used rotating tourniquets? Take this quiz to test your knowledge on EMS skills of the past
Data points to evaluate at your agency as we move into a new phase of COVID-19 response
It will take teamwork and cooperation among all of us to understand and fight this monster
The new amendment to the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act declaration aims to open more pathways for telehealth use and distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine
MedArrive aims to provide affordable at-home healthcare services by combining physician-led telehealth with hands-on care from EMS professionals
Telehealth applications can help expand the reach of out-of-hospital care to help EMS and hospital providers deliver better patient care, faster
This holiday season, focus on the gifts you can give and receive every day with true connections
Darrell Jennings and his family aided 28 neighbors in their living room after a violent EF-4 tornado tore through their Putnam County, Tennessee, neighborhood
There was a lot to talk about last year, so don’t miss these must-listen episodes for a second time
Learn how advanced cardiac resuscitation techniques lead to increased survival in OOH cardiac arrest
Though their chief complaint of shortness of breath is the same, these patients develop dyspnea by different means
There is nothing fake or pseudo about the mortality rate of patients with PNES
Our co-hosts discuss an FDNY, NYPD collaborative pilot program that allows special teams comprised of mental health professionals and EMS providers to answer non-violent mental health 911 calls
The top tenets of violent threat attack training and practice for EMS responders
The Roseville Volunteer Fire Department blasted the drone operator on Facebook and police have launched an investigation into the incident
Eagle County Paramedic Services officials said ketamine is an important tool for treating agitated patients and that they hope to address the public’s concerns with the new protocol
A look at fever pathophysiology, causes and common treatments
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Learn how to put structure to your patient safety program while changing the culture and measuring progress
The association between prehospital time and outcome of trauma patients in 4 Asian countries: A cross-national, multicenter cohort study
Learn how to utilize hospital outcome data to evaluate chemical sedation, including ketamine, benzodiazepine and anti-psychotics
When Allison Doyle began seizing while alone with her son, 7-year-old Kristopher kept calm and dialed for help
Examining recommendations for EMS treatment of adult and pediatric cardiac arrest related to epinephrine, compression depth and rate, and double sequential defibrillation
Articles, explainer video, online course and more resources introduce updated guidelines to EMTs, paramedics and EMS students
In this episode, hear the experts discuss pitfalls and pearls regarding the unpredictable presentations that can occur in patients abusing methamphetamine.
Understanding the cellular action potential can help EMS providers determine why patients present with certain clinical findings
Test your knowledge on how the schoolhouse theory applies to the cellular physiology of magnesium
Dr. Casey Patrick and Mike Perlmutter discuss their experiences with implementing IV high-dose bolus NTG in APE patients
The patient had suffered smoke inhalation and was being transported to the hospital when the ambulance was struck by another vehicle
The HRSA Strategic Plan outlines four mission-critical goals, including improve access to quality health services and achieve health equity
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