Patient Care

Depth Perception

Research is proving that CPR compression depth is just as important as rates. Some devices that provide feedback about compression depth are inaccurate during certain conditions. A new technology from Physio-Control could alleviate this problem.

Posted Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Patients Treated for Second-Degree Burns after Walking on Coals

This month’s thumbs include hot-coal walking and theater shooting victims, as well as good training programs.

Posted Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Studies Report on Stretcher Errors & Rate Protective Gear

Researchers focus on ways to build a culture of safety for EMS providers & patients.

Posted Friday, August 17, 2012

Oklahoma EMS System Strives for Higher Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates

Read their plan of action to raise cardiac arrest survival rates.

Posted Thursday, August 16, 2012

Web Bonus: Saving Lives in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has joined with five other states and AMR to improve SCA survival rates.

Posted Monday, August 13, 2012

Pennsylvania Agencies Partner to Increase SCA Survival

Pennsylvania has joined with five other states and AMR to improve SCA survival rates.

Posted Monday, August 13, 2012

Web Bonus: Study Proves IO Infusion Is Effective in Therapeutic Hypothermia

Intraosseous vascular access has been proven to reduce core body temperature.

Posted Monday, August 13, 2012

Patient Presents with Excited Delirium Syndrome

Dispatch advises you that the scene is not safe.

Posted Monday, August 13, 2012

How to Protect EMS Patients through Better Research & Understanding

You took the oath: “primum non nocere.” But how do you know your procedures and devices aren’t causing harm in the field?

Posted Wednesday, July 25, 2012

Treat Anaphylactic Incidents Before it’s Too Late

Knowledge about how to diagnose and treat anaphylactic reactions is critical to patient survival.

Posted Tuesday, July 24, 2012

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Custom Series

Most versatile on the market.

FireMedic Series Type I

Easy engine accessibility.

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Building innovative solutions.

FireMedic Series MAV

The art of customization.

Medic Series Crusader Plus

More driver and passenger room.

RescueForce

"Non-transport" rescue unit.

StrikeForce

Special Call vehicle or SWAT.

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