Technology
The technology topic will keep you up to speed on new EMS technologies including improved emergency communications and high-tech EMS technologies.
Blending technology and human-driven care to navigate language barriers and make the scene safer
AI has huge potential to improve care and EMS; but we must remain cognizant of potential biases
As an essential piece of personal protective equipment, you want to make sure medical gloves fit well, are durable, and are readily available
The county says that almost 94 percent of emergencies reported over the system could have been communicated over the phone
The Washington/Baltimore High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area created ODMAP to give responders data they need to treat victims quickly
Governor Greg Abbott announced his decision to partner with FirstNet and AT&T to provide Texas with modernized communication devices
Today’s hi-tech stretchers accommodate obstacles, eliminate manual lifting and save unnecessary wear and tear on EMS providers’ knees and backs
PupilScreen detects changes in a pupil’s response to light using the phone’s camera and a type of artificial intelligence
Convenience, cost and the flexibility of self-directed learning continue to propel online learning initiatives in EMS
Firefighters, EMS providers and police are using the technology to increase their visibility, making their job easier
2003 AHA guidelines noted IOs provide a favorable alternative to traditional IV techniques for fluid and medication administration
The system will give residents the option to get messages about a number of situations, including severe weather, Amber Alerts and major road closures
Hospitals with enhanced capabilities to treat trauma, cardiac care, pediatrics, burns and more are providing specialized care and changing transport algorithms
Matthew Brabham started Arming Angels in the hopes of equipping as many responders as possible with ballistic vests and active shooter kits
In 2018, they will begin using drones to make up to 2,000 deliveries per day to more than 1,000 health facilities
Verizon says the network gives officials “the opportunity to weigh all their options as they make their important communications network decisions”
ePCRs allow virtually limitless information extraction through automated data storage and retrieval
The software creates a real-time hot-spot map that shows first responders where the drug overdoses are occurring
The drones were used to “make sure there were no hazards” that the crew members didn’t see
The advent of these specialty devices provided protection against unintended needle sticks, one of EMS providers’ greatest risks
Many EMS agencies and other public safety organizations have significant exposed risks that can lead to cyberattack data breaches and infrastructure damage
The device goes under a person’s back, while another part wraps over a person’s chest and holds a device which applies the compressions
Some callers got a busy signal or their calls were dropped when calling the city’s 911 center
Some T-Mobile customers were able to call 911, but were not being heard when a dispatcher answered
Jeff Dykes’ compass would direct firefighters through burning buildings; he will participate in a business roundtable with President Trump
When alerted with the technology, responders would receive the phone’s location as well as livestream video or audio
The partnership aims to reinforce the use of a smartphone app to connect nearby CPR-trained citizens and off-duty responders with people in cardiac arrest
The Android phone was filmed restarting after an attempt to call for an emergency
EMS1 contributors and editorial advisory board members predict the future technologies that will transform patient assessment, care and transport
Here’s how the technology in Siri, Amazon Echo and Google Home can transform EMS patient assessment, care and documentation
Access to patient records through prehospital and hospital EHR integration will help paramedics improve patient outcomes