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EMS Equipment & EMS Product Reviews
5.11 High-Visibility Parka
Now that OSHA has mandated that we wear high-visibility garments whenever weÌre operating on a roadway, the debate over wearing these bright colors is pretty much settled. So, with the high level of functionality and comfort that weÌve come to expect from 5.11, the new High-Visibility Parka offers a variety of configurations and features to make your job easier in foul weather.
Instant Feedback: Point-of-care testing helps providers make life-saving decisions
New point-of-care testing devices can produce results in minutes and guide the provider in treatment decision-making.
Media 'Trauma': New NBC series gives managers something to think about
Along with unrealistic scenarios, NBC series 'Trauma' delivers a call to action for EMS managers.
Temple Terrace Paramedics Receive Ultrasound Body Scanners
They were funded through a state Emergency Medical Services grant and the county's Community Investment Tax.
EMS Services Begin to Charge Extra for Obese Patients
As the nation battles the obesity crisis, ambulance crews are trying to improve how they transport extremely heavy patients, who become significantly more difficult to move as they surpass 350 pounds.
Montcalm County Upgrades Patient Care Reports
Want to get away from manually calculating response times and statistics? Listen to Montcalm County EMS.
AccuVein AV300
When paramedic students are taught how to achieve IV access, theyÌre told to look for a large vein fairly close to the surface of the skin. Seasoned paramedics have learned to "look" with their finger tips, knowing that many patients do not have easily visible large veins.
Graham Medical MegaMover Transport Chair
Moving a patient down stairs and through narrow hallways makes for some interesting challenges, which are compounded when the patient is large or needs to be moved quickly. The MegaMover Transport Chair from Graham Medical is made of strong, non-woven material and is designed to support patients up to 350 lbs.
Introduction
Improvements in training and medical direction—in both prehospital and hospital systems—has allowed technology and advanced medical treatment to rapidly expand in the field, hospitals and EDs. In many instances, innovative prehospital systems and their medical directors are on the front lines leading the charge.
The Most Important Test
The 12-lead ECG is the most important initial test for diagnosing acute myocardial infarction (AMI). Changes have recently been incorporated into the Philips DXL ECG algorithm and the HeartStart MRx monitor/defibrillator that enhance the ECG’s ability to detect acute ischemia, AMI & STEMI.
Product Connect
2010 Guidelines Compliant - AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC
New resuscitation science and treatment recommendations.
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