EMS Protocols
The EMS protocols topic section includes recent news and articles about proper EMS protocols.
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
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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
Our co-hosts delve into the topic of hiring, discussing all aspects of the prospects and how to make a good first impression
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
The program focuses on beach safety procedures that can be tweaked during the season to prepare for shark bites care
“That guy” policies are top candidates to remove from your EMS employee manual or student handbook
A pharmacist can help EMS improve patient outcomes, participate in protocol development, and collaborate on EMS research projects
A specially trained group of emergency physicians responds with EMS providers to assist with care, build relationships and improve patient outcomes
Emotional extremes are common in EMS and remind us of exactly why it is that we wear the uniform
As EMS technology and service models continue to evolve words, phrases or activities will become tradition
Trendelenburg is taught to all EMS students, but does it still have a place in prehospital care?
The newly formed Global Resuscitation Alliance offered four recommendations to increase cardiac arrest survival rates worldwide
Cypress Creek medics believe the patient would not have made it to the hospital alive without the transfusion
Following the example of Washington State, a pilot program is testing phasing out EpiPens in EMS
EMS will work with law enforcement, doctors and public health officials to head off overdose spikes “like a measles outbreak”
The Lehigh Valley Health Network serves as a level 1 trauma center, comprehensive stroke center and burn center for the region
As the National Park Service celebrates its 100th anniversary, there are important lessons for EMS from the protector of America’s crown jewels
The new law will allow EMTs with basic-level training to use a syringe to administer epinephrine
EMS1 columnists react to a Kansas law that prohibits public employers from preventing their employees from carrying a concealed weapon while on duty
Policy questions are coming at the presidential candidates from every direction; here are six questions EMS should want answered
