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SGEM#306: Fire Brigade and the Staying Alive App for OHCAs in Paris

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

You abandon your coffee order and quickly head next-door, where you are able to start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and direct a bystander to find the store’s automated external defibrillator (AED) while waiting for emergency medical services (EMS) to arrive.

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EMS vs. EMT: Clarifying Roles in Emergency Healthcare

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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.

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SGEM#238: The Epi Don’t Work for OHCA

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

Jenn Doyle is a paramedic educator at Middlesex-London Paramedic Service. You are the first provider on scene with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and start high-quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Case: A 51-year-old man experiences a cardiac arrest on the street. He is unsuccessfully shocked. .

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Common Pediatric Cardiac Emergencies: A PALS Approach

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In the dynamic realm of emergency medical services, time is of the essence, especially when it comes to saving young lives in pediatric emergencies. Rapid and effective responses are essential for emergency response teams, particularly when dealing with critical situations involving children.

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Critical Care EMT

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A comprehensive guide to the necessary skills and training needed to become a critical care EMT In this article, we explore the essential role of Critical Care Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in pre-hospital emergency care.

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Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast

Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast

MPH, NRP( @CashRebeccaE ) talk about her two manuscripts: Comparing the Prevalence of Poor Sleep and Stress Metrics in Basic versus Advanced Life Support Emergency Medical Services Personnel & The Impact of Working Overtime or Multiple Jobs in Emergency Medical Services Click here to listen today!

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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

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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.

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