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The Effect of Paramedics in Emergency Department Triage on Ambulance Patient Offload Times

International Journal of Paramedicine

Background : Emergency Department (ED) overcrowding limits patient care in the prehospital and hospital system. Paramedics were added to the ED ambulance triage staff to receive verbal reports and perform certain tasks done traditionally by nurses.

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Prehospital Use of Ketamine Versus Midazolam for Sedation in Acute Severe Agitation

International Journal of Paramedicine

Methods: This is a retrospective cohort study of agitated patients with an initial Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale (RASS) score of at least 3, who were sedated and transported by ambulance to Hartford Hospital.

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The Reality of Ramping for Student Paramedics

The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

Those drawn towards more mobile, emergent, autonomous roles found their place in paramedicine. New recruits are enticed by opportunities to provide ever higher standards of emergency care. Over time, training and education have improved skillsets and knowledge. AHPRA's 2019/20 annual report outlines a 14.5%

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From the President’s Desk: HEMS in Cork

Irish College of Paramedics

Helicopter EMS in Cork: a paramedicine perspective. Irish Journal of Paramedicine. The recent discussions regarding the crew composition of the proposed Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) in Cork require comment from paramedicine. In Sweden and the Netherlands, ambulances are staffed by nurses and paramedics.

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Reasons for Calling EMS

International Journal of Paramedicine

Background: Frequent callers of emergency medical services comprise a disproportionate percentage of emergency department visits. This might free up ambulance services for more urgent calls. This study aims to describe reasons for calling 911 and healthcare services among frequent callers in Ontario.

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Paramedic Exposure and Response to Non-Traumatic Dental Conditions

International Journal of Paramedicine

Introduction As the global demand for emergency health services continues to expand, the role of paramedics persists and grows alongside the expansion of ambulance services. Further research is required to determine paramedics’ preparedness to manage and improve patient outcomes to reduce the growing burden on emergency departments.

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Paramedic vs Combat Medic: What’s the Difference?

Paramedic Training Spot

An emergency medical technician , or EMT, is a highly-trained individual capable of providing the necessary medical interventions and transport for the patients accessing their emergency medical service. EMTs typically operate in the pre-hospital setting with the standard ambulance equipment. paramedic was $36,650, or $17.62