EMS Advocacy
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Now that I have half a dozen or so of these experiences under my belt, here’s what to expect when responding to a medical assistance call on a flight
Protecting yourself from verbal abuse from a patient is one thing, but what if it’s coming from someone who is supposed to be your support network?
When I reached a tipping point in my career I realized I needed to change if I was going to last any longer as a medic
Students in the Emergency Medical Response program will be able to become fully certified before graduating high school
Private EMS and ambulance providers represent a key difference between emergency medical services and other public safety fields
The situation came to head when a county administrator told EMS providers to either quit their job or kill themselves if they were unhappy in their position
An analysis of 8.7 million CAPCE continuing education records show how and when paramedics and EMTs earn CE for state and National Registry recertification
EMS World Expo 2017 Opening Ceremonies and Keynote brought local responders, industry leaders and an EMS legend together to recognize another year of EMS
Mobile phones changed day-to-day EMS operations more than any medical device or innovation
Less resources makes stronger, more independent clinicians, able to think on the fly and find creative solutions to EMS challenges
Identify what you can change in your agency to create a shared action plan where increased professional passion heralds better patient care
I soon discovered that although learning about 12-leads wasn’t hard, doing them prehospitally could be
Tom Ciancia pretended he was having an allergic reaction to peanuts so he could propose to his girlfriend, ER nurse Lauren Trulli
Checking blood sugar levels in the field has become routine
Officials said by offering these classes, students could explore fields in public safety that they may be interested in making into a career after high school
Mix a little science with lots of trial and error to reframe a tough call or a challenging day
AMR representatives offer tips for giving back by reuniting patients with their loved ones during the holiday season
SpO2, formerly a nice-to-have metric, has become the sixth vital sign
Our co-hosts debate who has ultimate responsibility for clinical care, education and quality improvement
The Westerly Ambulance Corps will hold an open house and public celebration for their “Century of Service”
The panel proposed a people-centered vision for EMS in the U.S. with six principles to achieve that goal
Maybe the anxiety is from something else, it comes and goes but when it’s there it’s just terrible
EMS leaders will share their challenges and successes in addressing the opioid crisis during an interactive live discussion
Paramedic Natalie Harris shares her experience with post-traumatic stress, overdose and addiction, stemming from a disturbing call
Today’s hi-tech stretchers accommodate obstacles, eliminate manual lifting and save unnecessary wear and tear on EMS providers’ knees and backs
Responders can get free tickets for themselves and five additional guests to WonderWorks, a science-driven attraction
The memorable calls from a patient perspective identify the disparity in what EMS providers think is a job well done, and what patients think
Reframing conclusions about EMS as theories invites investigation into proof, engages staff and results in real change
It’s better to decide how many current employees would make great FTOs instead of letting the number of new hires determine the number of FTOs needed
Convenience, cost and the flexibility of self-directed learning continue to propel online learning initiatives in EMS
Advocate for your patients while acting mindfully, cooperating with other public safety organizations and doing the right thing
Our co-hosts discuss their life-changing calls they have encountered while working in EMS
The organization’s goal is to increase sudden cardiac arrest survival rates through research and implementation
