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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.
Four distinct events must occur in order for an anaphylactic reaction to manifest
An easy patient assessment activity you can incorporate in any classroom
An EMT reflects on the intersection of duty, faith and humanity
SpO2, formerly a nice-to-have metric, has become the sixth vital sign
“I had my fingers under my foot and that’s when I felt something moving,” Rachel Myrick said.
The study suggested that dispatchers begin asking callers if they have a car and can take victims to the nearest trauma center
Zhailah knew exactly what to do when her mom had a seizure in the shower and slammed her head against the toilet
The pediatric population requires appropriate training and is dependent on a standardized system-based approach
The memorable calls from a patient perspective identify the disparity in what EMS providers think is a job well done, and what patients think
Sheriff Orvis Campbell said the quick response team is a collaborative effort of his department and other agencies in the county
The woman was trying to get her son out of a van when she hit her head on the door and became unconscious
2003 AHA guidelines noted IOs provide a favorable alternative to traditional IV techniques for fluid and medication administration
Nitrous oxide equipment has been sold to EMS agencies in at least 30 states in the last three years
The program turned fire and police departments into safe havens for those addicted to drugs and has helped 45 people in the last three weeks
Since deploying packed red blood cells and plasma for the first time, 133 units have been administered to 72 patients
The goal was not a full evacuation but to move about 60 of the 350 patients from the 440-bed facility
Hospitals with enhanced capabilities to treat trauma, cardiac care, pediatrics, burns and more are providing specialized care and changing transport algorithms
April Pone said the paramedic was acting “like a policeman” instead of helping her sick child
You are dispatched to a report of a male patient struck by a pickup truck in a crosswalk
In 2018, they will begin using drones to make up to 2,000 deliveries per day to more than 1,000 health facilities
ePCRs allow virtually limitless information extraction through automated data storage and retrieval
Rory Barros was getting out of an ambulance when he was hit by a drunk driver who failed to stay in his lane
About 50 athletes competed on teams of two to raise awareness surrounding drug and alcohol addiction
Our co-hosts are joined by Dr. David K. Tan to discuss the recent acknowledgement from the NAEMSP on the position paper from the U.S. Toxicology community
EMT Gavy Friedson was talking about volunteers dropping everything to save a life when an emergency call interrupted his lecture
Doug Bergeson was working on framing a fireplace when his nail gun accidentally fired
Medication mistakes are usually due to multiple causal factors but are considered preventable incidents
Staff members at Exeter Hospital were evaluated after some complained of dizziness and nausea
Patient engagement expert defines patient experience and how EMS creation of peak moments with patients and their families can improve patient outcomes
All members of the EMS team must commit to improving patient care documentation by expanding on the details and ensuring completion
“I am surprised that many of the recommendations are actually being followed here in California,” treatment center director Marjeanne Stone said
