EMS Training and Education
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EMS Training and Education Resources
Practical, authentic ways to show gratitude and strengthen community ties with the people who respond first when it matters most
5 tips to quickly find a patient’s radial pulse for vital sign assessment
Educating patients at the highest risk for suffering a fatal overdose
For your reference: A pediatric vitals chart broken down by age range
A deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans underscores the need for EMS to adapt to evolving threats, exploring strategies for prevention, response and building resilience
Around 80 emergency responders participated in the scenario that involved wrecked cars and accident victims
Our co-hosts discuss the steps within the psychomotor domain that excels your skill mastery
Fire-Rescue International conference speakers discuss the magnitude of the epidemic and the challenges it presents for the fire and EMS service
The crews competed in a physical fitness rally consisting of challenges in the humid heat
The goal is to provide free continuing education to help paramedics, doctors and nurses renew their licenses
Ashley Neece was doing yard work with Valerie Pettit when she heard the lawn mower stop abruptly
EMS providers complaining about lack of education and educators complaining about lack of students is where ignorance and apathy collide
You are on scene with a patient who was found down in his living room; as you progress beyond the initial assessment, what are some typical assessment pitfalls to avoid?
You are dispatched to a report of an elderly male found down on the floor
Download this free infographic to learn the results of a recent EMS1 survey about challenges and goals for training
Angie Jarrett was given the award because of her “service to patients, leadership and spirit of collaboration with fellow staff members”
The “set-up, size-up, scope, secure” mindset of the 1st and TEN approach to intubation may help improve first-pass success
EMTs started the program as a unique way to get young community members interested in the field
A basic understanding of how acid-base imbalances can affect the patient’s presentation can help make sense of conflicting symptoms
First responders can use their status as respected community figures to reduce the risk for drowning
Basic teams consisted of CPR or first aid trained cadets and were evaluated in stations consisting of vital sign, CPR and bleeding control
The interaction of health care providers and the high risk patient population poses many concerns and challenges
Including ultrasound during assessment may help rule out or find injuries missed with traditional exam techniques, but more research is needed
The current plan is to update training to make sure that first responders are aware of the risks posed by contact with fentanyl
Use simulation education to teach EMS providers to recognize and treat sepsis
A 360-degree video camera allows faculty to recreate real life locations and situations
As responders, we can’t run from danger because we’re tasked with mitigating the incident and managing the aftermath
