EMS Training and Education
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Put your trauma care knowledge to the test on trauma terminology and assessment
Conquer stressful calls, identify treatment challenges and pitfalls, and use technology to its best potential to save lives this summer and beyond
Here is what EMS agencies need to know to maintain training requirements and compliance with the OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard
Planning, personal protective equipment and routine vaccinations helps maintain infection control
They spent a week in August taking the department’s boats to a river in Illinois to go over water rescue procedures
The new program aims to provide consistent quality training for members of the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade with the help of course offered at Kapiolani Community College
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With a little effort, high-level training often associated with special forces can be in reach for EMS agencies
Chris and Kelly also talk about a recent officer-involved shooting in Ferguson, Mo. that resulted in the fatality of a teenager
It will require new equipment and training for dispatchers; officials hope to have it up and running by early 2015
How do we change this disciplinary paradigm that’s better for our patients and employees?
Officers are working toward their EMT certifications to provide medical care, especially in violent incidents where EMS doesn’t have immediate access to the scene
He starts training in September, and will join a charity group next spring
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Chris and Kelly also talk about why violence against medics should be a felony
High costs for nationally registered classes are one of the factors contributing to the decline in volunteers
Chris and Kelly also talk about the lack of funding for a community paramedicine program in Corpus Christi, Texas
No matter where you or your patient are, there are some key intubating techniques that can increase the likelihood of “first pass” success rates
Demand is up with increases in the elderly population, and the industry needs more training programs for students, they say
By neglecting to be models that young people want to emulate, many view leadership as large, onerous, lonely and unappealing
It can be difficult to find time to practice a skill, but bringing the necessary equipment into a station is the first step
Chris and Kelly also talk about the New York City medics being placed on modified duty after a fatal arrest
As a leader you’re constantly being scrutinized, and a quick weekly email can help ensure you’re communicating what you intend
A FOIA request revealed problems that included two paramedics passing the course without being present, and an evaluator who was not state certified
