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Access our directory of clinical articles in EMS, which offers in-depth information on patient assessment, treatment protocols, and emerging medical practices. This collection covers various clinical topics essential for EMS professionals, from advanced pharmacology to trauma management. Staying up-to-date with clinical knowledge is vital for delivering high-quality patient care. For additional resources, explore our section on Medical Research. Enhance your clinical expertise with our expert-driven content.
Confusion and slurred speech? It might not be what you think
Before you grab the naloxone or reach for the benzos, hit play on this toxidrome masterclass
Hyperventilation syndrome, often triggered by anxiety, presents unique challenges in EMS care. Understanding its nuances is crucial for effective assessment and management.
While EMS sees fewer opioid-related emergencies, the report highlights growing concern over mental health incidents in children and repeat 911 usage
Unpack the facts and myths behind nitroglycerin use in EMS, from nitro dosing to contraindications for EMTs and paramedics
Five considerations for patient assessment, scene safety and patient handoff when responding off-duty
Drs. Antevy, Piehl and Spiro review video of intubation and an external ventricular drain
A father and son realize their destiny is assessing and treating blaster and lightsaber wounds in a galaxy far, far away
Explore how alpha and beta receptors within the autonomic nervous system regulate vital involuntary functions and respond to stressors
Diabetic ketoacidosis calls are rising — are your skills ready for the spike?
Drs. Christine Carico and Matt Levy reveal why lifesaving blood transfusions remain rare in EMS care — and what needs to change to save more lives
Pulling on a broken leg only works if you do it right
9 tips to quickly find a patient’s pedal pulse for checking lower extremity circulation
The shock index calculator can identify patients at risk of deterioration, even when other vital signs seem normal
5 insidious partner issues to avoid so that patients feel safe in our care
Use these assessment and care tips to connect with patients and their families
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Reduce failed IV attempts and speed up patient care with a vein finder
Baltimore City Fire Department trains to go above and beyond the call of duty for the patients they serve
To make an effective splint, focus on the craft rather than focusing on the device
Make your patient feel less like a sack of potatoes with these tips from Steve Whitehead
Warning signs and a checklist for evaluating patients after a lift assist
How one county agency is saving lives with prehospital transfusions
Steve Whitehead describes when you might encounter this scenario and how you should handle it
Show off the strength of your medical vocabulary with this 10-question quiz of medical terms every EMT should know
Learn how to differentiate supraventricular tachycardia from sinus tachycardia on ECGs by examining P wave visibility, heart rate, and rhythm regularity.
Quickly and confidently interpret EKG rhythms using this 10-step method tailored for EMS providers, helping improve prehospital cardiac care
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