EMS Protocols
The EMS protocols topic section includes recent news and articles about proper EMS protocols.
“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.”
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
3 takeaways from the FDNY order to not transport cardiac arrest patients if they cannot be resuscitated in the field
EMS providers will be required to comply with the binding order, as hospital and ambulance resources are overstretched due to COVID-19
Fire officials responded saying the decision was made because county EMS providers were not using the same level of PPE and protocols as fire personnel
The webinar will discuss implications for local EMS leaders and how one state is preparing for a surge in demand for EMS services due to COVID-19
The company recommended the use of surgical masks for lower risk calls in order to preserve the supply of respirators
The ‘Ideascale’ space is looking for ideas related to protecting vulnerable populations and managing supplies
EMS providers across the state are being trained to administer the tests
The state’s peacetime emergency declaration automatically triggers exceptions to staffing, driver and equipment requirements
The codes and standards provide organizations guidance on crisis management, PPE and infection control
Ambulance services asked to maintain normal operations during COVID-19 pandemic but are given exceptions to staffing, equipment and drug requirements
Researchers warn that misinformation about unintentional fentanyl exposure can have negative consequences for responders and opioid overdose patients
The briefing informed firefighters about COVID-19 signs and symptoms, preparations and protections
The interstate system is set to go live in June with 18 member states
The Indiana EMS Commission approved statewide changes to the skills EMTs can use in the field, which will go into effect on March 1
EMS providers may find themselves face to face with this new and highly infectious virus – here’s how to protect yourself and the patients you transport
The arbitrator said the lieutenant’s firing was unfair because three other medics involved in the incident were only suspended
The association encourages chiefs to review a preparedness checklist and guidelines for infection control
First responders are calling the new proposed ALS policy “an attack on the fire agencies’ ability to deliver EMS to the citizens we serve”
The Austin-Travis County EMS union is calling for the creation of a police dispatch code that informs officers whenever a medic is in distress
A new state protocol has been approved that requires EMS responders to stay at the scene to treat critical patients for an additional 20 minutes
A court ruled that Paramedics Joseph Stracke and Stephanie Cisneros did not act in a grossly negligent way when they “inaccurately diagnosed and treated” Kerry Butler Jr.
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The newest ambulance cot will increase patient handling safety, and the EMS-to-hospital notification system aims to improve patient care
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Educate partners and update CPR protocols while considering how to deploy a mechanical CPR device in the field
Jon Cinelli came under investigation after officials observed him allegedly violating regulations that required two paramedics to empty the drug drop-off box
Jackson County EMS’s cardiac arrest and STEMI protocols demonstrate how leadership and front-line crews can come together to save lives
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A pharmacist can help EMS improve patient outcomes, participate in protocol development, and collaborate on EMS research projects
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