EMS Training and Education
Learn how ATCEMS identified EMS training goals and implemented an assault reporting function to protect providers from violence
Dive into a curated collection of must-read public safety books, from thrilling accounts and leadership lessons from the front lines, to read-aloud children’s favorites
It’s on agencies to provide opportunities for community members to learn the skills needed to potentially save the life of a stranger or loved one
Rescue task forces and tactical medics offer different, yet more aggressive approaches to active-shooter incidents than standing by until all is clear
The state funding will support continuing education courses and additional equipment for the department
Without the right triage training and MCI supplies EMS field personnel are ill prepared to be the masters of disaster
On the 10th year of the Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum Fitch reflects on the era of big data, community paramedicine, and EMS provider health and wellness
The training is meant to teach students to quickly assess a situation and better communicate as they pursue a career in medicine
To get the most out of time intensive and expensive high-fidelity simulation training paramedic educators need to consider complexity, uniformity and student facilitation
Here’s a look at how the brain re-routes information processing functions into healthy brain tissue
Video is a great visual demonstration of anatomy and angiocath placement, but the result is NOT what EMS providers should expect or experience in the field
Funds will go toward new equipment, programs and services
Local nonprofit organization donates funds for EMS Training Academy
After four decades, thousands of patients, and many amazing partners, I know we can do better for our patients, the public and ourselves
The audit criticized medics for failing to complete medical records after delivering emergency care and directs officials to launch a retraining effort
How do you know when enough fluid is enough and if it is time to switch to vasopressors
Books
Autobiography from EMS Chief Don Lundy on his 40-year career from dispatcher to paramedic, and eventually to chief of the Charleston County (S.C.) EMS
An overview of applicable state or federal legislation and opinions that may impact EMS agencies offering or considering a subscription program
EMS providers give a glimpse into how they think about, assess, and treat stroke
Hospitals consider paying for community paramedicine to avoid patient readmissions
A total of $9,240 should have been collected from the classes, but only $2,980 was recorded
We asked EMS1 readers to share their knowledge and use of capnography during patient care
Don’t let anyone convince you that sloppy techniques and shortcuts are a necessary byproduct of the prehospital environment
He is accused of altering an EMT certificate “with intent to defraud,” and representing himself as someone authorized to provide medical care for over a year
The fire chief was placed on leave after an investigation revealed responders may not have proper training to use the equipment
Capnography has revolutionized prehospital patient care and assessment should be part of every EMS system
Fire officials were unable to verify documentation of proper training for firefighters