Patient Safety
The patient safety topic contains news, tips and expert-written articles sharing how EMS providers can build safety into every system of care, ensuring that patients receive the safest and most reliable care.
Healthcare providers should be aware of mpox symptoms and how to properly treat patients
Firefighter/EMT-turned-attorney Steve Wirth addressed the criminalization of medical errors in cases like the Elijah McClain trial
When good people get involved in high-risk, low-frequency events, you are much more likely to make a mistake; listen to learn why ongoing training is key for responders
Check-in on how you and your partner are functioning during difficult calls, and learn when and how to take a productive break
Our co-hosts discuss several EMS items in the news and how they impact first responders on the ground
Reviewing policies and best practices for public safety personnel wearing face masks on- and off-duty
The driver of another vehicle involved in the crash was arrested on suspicion of DWI
How vaporized hydrogen peroxide can be used to disinfect used PPE for fire and EMS personnel
The ambulance overturned after colliding with another vehicle
Breaking down the National EMS Assessment 2020 insights on telehealth, health information exchange and disaster preparedness
Deputies say Nicolas Graham, 16, escaped the rig after a struggle with crewmembers
On this episode of Inside EMS, our co-hosts tackle a listener’s question about professionalism in the field, and how to handle crew issues
In some cases, our medical monitoring equipment alert is the precursor to a rapidly deteriorating patient who appears normal
EMS providers have a key role in initial emergency care for pediatric patients with sepsis
Police said they witnessed Paramedic Bob Bennett kick and punch the patient
3 EMS lessons from Minneapolis: EMS duty to the patient, even in uncomfortable situations
Learn how health information exchange is improving patient outcomes, increasing organizational efficiencies and recovering revenue as possible in the Pinnacle Webinar Series
Conduct a needs assessment to establish how accessories will be used to save time and protect providers
When you become an EMS provider, you agree to act and serve to the best of your abilities to meet the expectations of your community and uphold an ethical code
Maintaining a safe environment during practical stations and psychomotor skill testing
How to assess and when to transport patients injured by tear gas, pepper spray or rubber bullets
An ambulance responding to a car crash was temporarily blocked from moving by protestors
A medical helicopter was called to transport one person who was seriously injured after an ambulance crash
Capt. Frank Leto, deputy director of the New York Fire Department Counseling Service, outlines how COVID-19 impacted members’ behavioral health, and how the department is meeting their needs
Understanding the sequelae of traumatic asphyxia, strangulation and positional asphyxia
What you need to consider when purchasing UV-C devices for cleaning ambulances to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and other pathogens
EMS providers know positional asphyxiation can kill, and have a professional and moral obligation to object to it
Prevent the spread of the coronavirus and promote provider health and safety with frequent and effective ambulance decontamination
EMS Chief Dr. Mike McEvoy reminds, “There is no other component of the fire service that saves more lives than EMS”
Implementing body-worn cameras and body armor to support EMS safety strategy
NAEMT’s National Survey of Violence Against EMS Practitioners identifies training gaps in EMS safety
These videos demonstrate how to predict scene safety, handle violent patient outbursts and maintain a safe scene on each call
Ambulance fleet management cost measurement, preventative maintenance to prevent critical failures can extend the vehicle life cycle
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