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Defining Appropriate Responses in a Tiered System

High Performance EMS

The very low risk calls can typically be satisfied with basic life support (BLS) capabilities. In fact, sending advanced life support (ALS) providers that are in short supply to one of these calls can leave citizens exposed when a critical request is received after that resource is committed.

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EMS vs. EMT: Clarifying Roles in Emergency Healthcare

EMT Training Station

This could range from basic life support, typically managed by EMTs, to more advanced life support provided by paramedics and other medical specialists. From advanced life support to strategic coordination and transport, EMS ensures that every aspect of emergency response is addressed effectively.

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Special Event Medical Standby

Mile High Ambulance

Mile High Ambulance Provides Medical To The Denver Area Large events require on scene medical standby in case of emergency Anytime people are gathered – whether it be for a community gathering, festival, school function, or even a sporting event – having a paramedic on site is always a good call.

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PEC Podcast Deep Dive Series

Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast

Recommended Essential Equipment for Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support Ground Ambulances 2020: A Joint Position Statement Click here to download today! Physician Oversight of Air-Based Emergency Medical Services: A Joint Position Statement of NAEMSP, ACEP, and AMPA 2.

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From the President’s Desk: HEMS in Cork

Irish College of Paramedics

Crewing Models: There are varying models of pre-hospital care ranging from paramedic provision of care through the mix of First Aid (Tanigawa and Tanaka 2006) Basic Life Support (BLS), immediate care, Advanced Life Support (ALS) and the many associated specialist paramedicine grades. 2000, Stiell et al.

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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

EMT Training Station

Drawing from my extensive experience as an emergency medical technician, I’ll share some of the advanced techniques and tools we use to manage these complex injuries effectively. In cases of severe electrical burns, victims may require advanced life support, which includes securing the airway and providing assisted ventilation.

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IV versus IO: Does your Site of Access Matter in Cardiac Arrest?

NAEMSP

Patient factors including vascular collapse and environmental factors such as tight spaces and moving ambulances contribute to the challenge of obtaining intravenous access in the prehospital setting. [3] IV vs IO Access Time and Success Rate There are a number of patient populations in which IV access may be difficult to obtain. Circulation.

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