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  Mother, Jugs, Speed stretcher scene

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  Top EMS Game Changers – #5: Ergonomic stretchers

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  Today's hi-tech stretchers accommodate obstacles, eliminate manual lifting and save unnecessary wear and tear on EMS providers' knees and backs

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  Bleeding control

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  Paramedic, nurse assaulted by woman in ER

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  Mcall Argirakis allegedly hit paramedic Lillian Farquar and nurse Bobbi Jo Rodino as they tried to treat her

• Patient jumps out of ambulance after being revived with naloxone

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  Police administered naloxone after finding the man unconscious at an Arby’s restaurant

• Drunk woman knocks out EMT with kick to the face

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  Police said Gloria Gordon kicked the EMT in the face after EMS crews responded to a domestic disturbance call

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  3 ways to avoid injuries when lifting patients

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  Exercise, use powered patient transport equipment and keep moving to reduce the likelihood of on-the-job injury

• Man assaults paramedic before jumping from ambulance

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  Police said the man apparently freed himself from his gurney while inside the transport and assaulted the paramedic tending to him

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  EMS in 2030: What technologies will be widely available?

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  EMS1 contributors and editorial advisory board members predict the future technologies that will transform patient assessment, care and transport

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  Improve stretcher safety with policy, training

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  The handling and movement of patients poses an inherent risk to both patient and provider due to potential mechanical failures or unsafe practices by the operator

• Man threatens to jump off bridge, later escapes from ambulance

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  The man was being transported to a psychiatric unit for evaluation when he jumped out of the ambulance

• Snapchat video allegedly shows EMT coercing patient to drink alcohol

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  The unidentified EMT allegedly pressured a patient to swig liquor on the way to the hospital

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  4 simple ways to improve ambulance safety during transport

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  Follow recent guidance on fasteners and restraints to minimize the potential for patient and provider injury while in transit

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  NHTSA report addresses risks, benefits of EMS lights and sirens

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  The report discusses the impact of emergency lights and sirens on response times, safety and patient outcomes

• Ridesharing program focuses on seniors, patients

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  Envoy America provides transportation options such as scheduled ambulances or services such as Lyft

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