Patient Assessment
Patient assessment is the process an EMT or paramedic follows to evaluate an injured or ill patient. The process includes a scene size-up, which is the identification and mitigation of risks, a primary assessment to find and fix life threats and a secondary assessment to perform a focused history and physical exam of the patient. Each step is an opportunity to collect information that will guide treatment and inform a transport decision. In the EMS1 Patient Assessment topic find the latest news about patient assessment and top resources to improve your patient assessment skills.
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
Try these six tips to take some of the pressure off of getting a blood pressure
First responders in Saginaw arrived on the scene to find the truck and house on fire and the driver lying on the roof
Ventura County firefighters used Oxnard police robots during a technical rescue operation
From budget-friendly picks to the top-tier, find the right stethoscope for your needs
The St. Paul city attorney said an internal investigation was closed with no discipline
Steve Whitehead shows you how to use the device that simplifies those difficult breaks and dislocations
Learn about two of the most common NMBAs used in EMS and how each impact intubation decisions during advanced airway management
Exploring a new application for capnography in the prehospital setting
ETI has been the primary method to help patients breathe; however, in the last decade, there’s been a significant shift toward using SGA, especially for cardiac arrest patients
The lawsuit highlighted St. Paul medics reporting manifestations of Parkinson’s disease and obtaining a refusal from a patient who can’t read or speak English
Whether you’re looking for versatility, ergonomics or a budget option you can stash in your gear bag, we’ve got you covered
Sources said a tire on a plane exploded at the wheel and brake shop
Investigators called the incident at a Logansport home pool a “freak accident”
Anxiety and emotion can spiral into respiratory compromise that is self-reinforcing, frightening and an EMS-treatable emergency
5 patient communication strategies to improve response to interventions, increase patient satisfaction and outcomes, and decrease job-related stress
Gaining patients’ confidence can be achieved by deliberate actions, like connecting with caregivers, as well as small subtleties, like body language and facial expressions
Put yourself in the patient’s position to gain an understanding of how their fear may complicate your interventions
UC Davis Health researchers found an association between the use of naloxone and both the return of spontaneous circulation and survival to hospital discharge
Use the chronological approach to tell a vivid story about a patient encounter, the care provided and your competence as an EMS provider
Because most EMS providers infrequently encounter sick pediatric patients, it is important to regularly refresh knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology and life-saving treatments
First responders in Colorado Springs treated several patients during the Pikes Peak Regional Airshow
Firefighter/EMT-turned-attorney Steve Wirth addressed the criminalization of medical errors in cases like the Elijah McClain trial
An aggressive bee attack in Riverside County injured a father and his son while they were feeding their horses
A coalition of EMS organizations advocates for new performance indicators that prioritize effectiveness, safety, satisfaction, equity and efficiency over traditional response times
Steve Whitehead shares how to assess that patient with weird, vague complaints
Highlighting a joint statement from EMS associations, Chief Brian Schaeffer argues for a shift towards broader, evidence-based performance metrics to enhance EMS quality and effectiveness
“The EMT I was specifically with was very adamant on trying to get the patient out of the back of the vehicle, which I applaud him for,” a good Samaritan said
The lawsuit alleges that the recruit suffered a head injury but was cleared by paramedics to continue the “hazing ritual,” which ultimately caused his leg injuries
A 536-pound bedridden man questions why emergency staff can’t transport him to doctor’s appointments
Authorities believe the driver may have suffered a medical emergency before crashing into the Brooklyn fast food restaurant
