EMS Protocols
The EMS protocols topic section includes recent news and articles about proper EMS protocols.
“Trauma patients are dying because the systems we have in place aren’t designed to meet the demand for blood products in the field.”
Explore how alpha and beta receptors within the autonomic nervous system regulate vital involuntary functions and respond to stressors
How one county agency is saving lives with prehospital transfusions
Monongalia EMS will begin administering whole blood in the field starting May 1, becoming just the third agency in West Virginia to offer the lifesaving service
Fort Worth EMS vehicles now carry whole blood, a major step in improving trauma care and aligning with Dallas’ recent efforts
Hackensack University Medical Center’s paramedics can now administer blood transfusions in the field thanks to a new state waiver and expanded blood bank license
Be the person you needed when you were new and set a positive example on every shift
A new protocol allows Hawkins County EMS to administer Zosyn to sepsis patients, aiming to improve outcomes in a county where sepsis made up a quarter of EMS calls last year
Identifying and treating tension pneumothorax, a life-threatening condition that can occur with chest trauma
Capnography and ETCO2 monitoring are critical for assessing ventilation, confirming airway placement and guiding resuscitation
Becoming a paramedic is the highest level of prehospital care and requires much more advanced training than becoming an EMT
“Our commitment to take care of others is not a political undertaking; it represents the greatest of social contracts in helping our fellow humans in their time of need.”
Experts say expanding pre-hospital blood programs could save thousands of lives each year
The defense attorneys representing one of the firefighters share the legal and operational lessons from this high-profile case, emphasizing documentation, training and BWCs
Skilled actor patients offer a practical, impactful way to teach EMS providers respect for diversity, enhancing critical thinking, interpersonal skills and public trust
An EMT reflects on the intersection of duty, faith and humanity
For new EMTs and paramedics there is nothing more important than improving your patient assessment skills; learn and follow these field proven tips
Crush syndrome can be expected following any event where patients are trapped for a length of time
Early blood transfusions in the field can drastically reduce mortality rates for trauma patients, the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management said
NEMSQA: The data shows the industry can do better
In a deep dive into NEMSQA’s 2024 report, Dr. Jarvis discusses critical airway safety measures and how EMS providers can leverage data, protocols and collaboration to achieve safer, more effective care
Hypothermic patients, multi-systems trauma and slippery scenes present difficult decision-making challenges for rescuers
Communicating with law enforcement and following these clinical guidelines will help to keep patient safety first and foremost
Everything from outdated strips to poor timing can lead to wrong glucose measurements, but here’s how to reduce errors
This user-friendly resource aims to address a gap in PPE selection and enhance safety culture
Braintree and Canton firefighters and medics started the whole blood transfusion on the crash victim during transport to the hospital
The Independence Day holiday can increase the number of intoxicated patients and bystanders you’re likely to encounter on your shift so be careful out there
How do we recognize and treat hyperkalemia in the prehospital setting?
Understand why blood pressure and heart rate may not be a good early indicator of a hypovolemic shock state
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