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The Skeptics' Guide to EM
JULY 22, 2023
Date: July 21, 2023 Reference: Prekker et al. NEJM 2023 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Jeff Jarvis is the Chief Medical Officer and System Medical Director for the Metropolitan Area EMS Authority in Fort Worth, Texas, also known as MedStar. He is board certified in both Emergency Medicine […] The post SGEM#410: Do You See What I See?
EMT Training Station
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
In the realm of emergency healthcare, the terms EMS (Emergency Medical Services) and EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) are often used interchangeably, yet they represent distinct aspects of medical response and care. Training for EMTs is rigorous but less extensive than that for paramedics.
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Peter Canning
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Each kit contains two 4 mg Naloxone intranasal devices, and instruction card for use, a CPR face shield, and instructions on how to access services. A recent article in JEMS, Exploring Barriers to Implementing an Emergency Medical Services Naloxone Leave Behind Program , found that only 13.3%
Don't Forget the Bubbles
JUNE 30, 2023
Emergency Medical Services found her apneic and pulseless. She was intubated at the scene and transported to your ED, with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) performed en route. Despite good quality CPR, there is no ROSC. Despite good quality CPR, there is no ROSC. C and remained pulseless. a) Give IV K+?
Handtevy
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Only 14% of emergency departments are adequately ready to manage pediatric emergencies, a statistic that speaks volumes about the silent risks our children face. The NPRP is a quality improvement initiative that is driving change by encouraging EDs to deliver effective emergency care to children.
EMDocs
JANUARY 16, 2024
Louis) // Reviewed by: Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK); Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) Case You are working in the trauma/critical care pod of your emergency department (ED). You receive a page for a cardiac arrest and take report from emergency medical services (EMS). Ann Emerg Med. link] Published February 12, 2023.
EMT Training Station
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
In the world of emergency medical services, encountering victims of electrical burns presents a unique set of challenges. As a veteran emergency medical technician (EMT), I’ve seen firsthand the critical importance of prompt and effective prehospital care in these situations. It's so great to meet you!
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