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Patient Care
Studies Analyze Prehospital IV Fluid Use on Shock Patients
Studies point to circumstances in which administering IV fluids for hypotension can have detrimental effects.
‘Santa’ Comforts Children over the Air
Virginia Beach EMS program uses radio waves to spread holiday cheer to children involved in 9-1-1 calls during Christmas season.
How to Identify Serotonin Syndrome in the Field
Identifying signs & symptoms of serotonin syndrome can improve patient care.
Studies Compare Methods of Medication Administration & Patient Transport
Evidence points to IN over IV use in certain circumstances; unusual data on transport methods.
Know the Differences between Seizures, Epilepsy & Mimics
Get a refresher on assessment techniques for the various types of seizures.
Detroit Medic Won’t Be Suspended over ‘Blanket Scandal’
Commissioner decides not to punish Detroit medic after he gave a blanket to a fire victim.
Is Nebulized Naloxone a Safe & Effective Treatment for Suspected Opioid Overdose?
Retrospective analysis of cases of naloxone administration via a nebulizer supports its use as a treatment for suspected opioid overdose.
Burn Injuries Require Quick Identification, Treatment & Transport
Prehospital burn treatment focuses on halting the burning process, protecting the airway, preventing potential disability, maintaining homeostasis and providing pain control.
Are the Benefits of Mechanical CPR Worth the Interruption Time?
Research study examines estimated vs. exact duration of interruption time to apply a mechanical CPR device.
How to Spec a Prehospital Monitor/Defibrillator
Doing your research can make the cardiac monitor speccing process easier.
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60 Hospitalized After Connecticut Commuter Trains Collide
Five people have critical injuries in derailment outside of Fairfield.
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EMT Student, Pediatrician Save Hit & Run Victim in New Jersey
EMT student helped accident victim while awaiting emergency responders.
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Georgia Teen Seeks EMT Who Helped Save Her 13 Years Ago
Teen wants to thank hero EMT after 13 years.
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Exodus of Paramedics Cause D.C. Staffing Concerns
53 have left since Kenneth Ellerbe became chief in 2011.
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Connecticut Commuter Trains Collide
Five people have critical injuries in derailment outside of Fairfield.
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Photos from RETTMobil: German Boxer
Photos of the German Boxer armored ambulance on display at RETTmobil.
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Photos from RETTmobil: Ambulances on the Show Floor
A.J. Heightman takes you on a tour of the RETTmobil show floor.
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The AmbuBus®, Bus Stretcher Conversion Kit - EMS Today 2013
AmbuBus®, Bus Stretcher all-hazards preparedness & response tool
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VividTrac offered by Vivid Medical - EMS Today 2013
VividTrac, affordable high performance video intubation device.
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EZ-IO® Intraosseous Infusion System Real Time Humerus Infusion
Leg access using the EZ-IO.
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Field Bridge Xpress ePCR on iPad, Android, Kindle Fire
Sneak peek of customizable run forms & more.
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