Geriatric

Regardless of what option turns out to best fit your family’s needs, there are some very important points to remember as you’re making choices

Follow these methods to successfully assess and treat older patients

On-scene considerations for EMS assessment for evaluating lift-assistance calls and making transportation decisions for geriatric fall patients

This episode dives into geriatric healthcare and the origins of high-performance EMS

Dr. JR Pickett examines the difference between a thoracic aortic dissection and an abdominal aortic aneurysm

Our co-hosts discuss the three techniques EMS providers should use to determine if a patient has the mental capacity to decline medical treatment

The clinical, cognitive and potential risk considerations in lift-assists, which are more complex than we realize

A bill that requires training awaits the governor's signature

Test your knowledge of intra-axial injuries, central herniation, subarachnoid hemorrhage and more

Learn what to look for and how to advocate for elderly patients who may be much sicker than they appear

TBI risk factors, managing patient refusals and oxygenation tips for treating head injuries

EMS role in recognizing the symptoms of and diagnosing delirium

End-of-life care takes a heavy emotional toll: Seek support when needed

Where EMS intersects with palliative care and hospice

Empire BlueCross BlueShield and Mount Sinai Health System have reached an agreement to offer community paramedicine, ET3 and treat-in-place options