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Last Word

Boston EMT negotiates health perks for providers; Florida campaign cuts nonemergent calls in half; St. Louis ED nurse helps outfit ambulances with new EKGs; and New South Wales paramedics replace fentanyl with unknown substance.

Posted Wednesday, January 6, 2010

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Teamwork Means AEDs on Every Block in Sedona

Fire, EMS and city employees work together to maintain 46 AEDs that are prominently displayed around the city of Sedona, Ariz. Learn how the program was created, and how the devices are maintained.

Posted Thursday, December 10, 2009

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Remote Cardiac Call: ALS crew treats patient with suspected drug overdose

EMS providers choose RSI on a cardiac patient in a rural area.

Posted Wednesday, December 2, 2009

FDA Safety Advisory for Automatic External Defibrillators

Because the AED display screen and/or audible indicators may not accurately indicate whether the device is functioning properly or will function properly at time of use.

Posted Friday, November 20, 2009

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Surviving Cardiac Arrest: ITDs provide optimal blood flow at a critical time

Impedance threshold devices (ITDs) improve survival rates and might be a future standard of care.

Posted Tuesday, November 3, 2009

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Always Open: Study finds no adverse effects from stopping ambulance diversion

Halting ambulance diversion doesn_t impact patient care; video game products make EMS training more fun; legal experts tackle wage averaging; and we explore alternatives to N95s.

Posted Tuesday, October 6, 2009

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Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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.

Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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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.

Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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Regionalized Cardiac Arrest Care

FDNY created a regional protocol for initiating hypothermia on cardiac patients. This article reports initial results as well as lessons learned for EMS systems wanting to initiate similar protocols.

Posted Thursday, October 1, 2009

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2010 ECC Handbook

Pocket-sized reference tool.

2010 Guidelines Compliant - AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC

New resuscitation science and treatment recommendations.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Updated to 2010 AHA Guidelines.

AED Little Anne Training System

A complete product offering.

ALS Simulator

Interactive manikin for range of ALS skills.

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Updated to 2010 AHA Guidelines.

BaXstrap Spineboard

Comfortable, rigid and lightweight.

Course Completion Cards

To be used by faculty and instructors.

Deluxe Difficult Airway Trainer

Inflatable tongue to simulate obstruction.

Family & Friends CPR

Updated to 2010 AHA Guidelines.

Family & Friends CPR Anytime

Updated to 2010 AHA Guidelines.

HeadBed II Head Immobilization Device

Water-resistant, disposable.

HeartCode ACLS Part 1

Web-based, self-paced program.

HeartCode BLS Part 1

Web-based, self-paced program.

Heartsaver Courses

Updated to 2010 AHA Guidelines.

Infant CPR Anytime

“All-in-one” learning kit.

Laerdal AED Trainer 2

Affordable alternative for educating.

Laerdal Airway Management Trainer

Lifelike upper torso and head.

Laerdal Compact Suction Unit 3 (300ml)

The power and control you need.

Laerdal Compact Suction Unit 3 (800ml)

Compact, powerful and reliable.

Laerdal Face Shield

Low-cost solution.

Laerdal Face Shield CPR Barrier Key Ring Multiple Colors (pkg 25)

Ideal for carrying every day.

Laerdal Infant Airway Management Trainer

Realistic anatomy of a 3-month-old.

Laerdal Pocket Mask

Superior protection for rescuer and victim.

Laerdal Silicone Masks

Flexibility for different facial anatomy.

Laerdal Silicone Resuscitator

Leader for years, now with new design.

Laerdal Suction Unit

Award-winning, rugged, silent.

Little Anne

Durable, convenient, affordable.

Little Family Pack

One "Little" happy family package.

Little Junior

Low-cost, lifelike child CPR trainer.

MamaNatalie Birthing Simulator

Maternal and newborn care training.

PadPack Alignment Pads

Prevent extension and flexion.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 2010

Updated to 2010 AHA Guidelines.

Pediatric Intubation Trainer

Accurate pediatric torso for teaching.

Resusci Anne Simulator

High-quality airway, spontaneous breathing, and vital signs.

Resusci Anne SkillReporter

Focuses on student performance via printed reports.

SimJunior

Interactive pediatric simulator.

SimMan 3G

Advanced and easy to operate.

SimMan Essential

Full-body adult, wireless patient simulator.

SimPad™

Simulation tools in the palm of your hand.

SimStore

SimStore is the place for content.

SpeedBlocks Head Immobilizer

Simple four-step application.

Sta-Blok Head Immobilizer

Amazingly easy to use.

Stifneck Select Collars - Adult and Pediatric

Quickest and easiest adjustable collar.

Structured and Supported Debriefing eLearning Course

Teachers ALS instructors effective debriefing.

The BAG II Disposable Resuscitator

Convenience of a disposable.

Thomas Endotracheal Tube Holder

Never worry about tape fastening again!

V-VAC Manual Suction Unit

Simple yet efficient suction unit.

Resusci Anne Wireless SkillReporter

Complete Quality CPR training.

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