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Common Pediatric Cardiac Emergencies: A PALS Approach

NHCPS Save a Life

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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EMS vs. EMT: Clarifying Roles in Emergency Healthcare

EMT Training Station

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. The system is designed to be activated immediately upon receiving a distress call.

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Critical Care EMT

Unitek EMT

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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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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PEC Podcast Deep Dive Series

Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast

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

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Are EMTs and Paramedics the Same Thing?

Utah's Paramedic and EMS Academy

EMTs are generally not allowed to administer medications or perform invasive procedures unless directed by a medical doctor or quality assurance program. As an EMT, your primary focus is patient care and transportation to a hospital for more advanced medical attention.

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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!