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Joint Position Statement on Criminal Liability for Alleged Deviations from Clinical Standards of Care in Emergency Medical Services

American Ambulance Association

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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

EMT Training Station

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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13 Top EMT Specialties

Unitek EMT

In the dynamic realm of emergency medical services, the role of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) transcends the conventional image of ambulance responders rushing to accident scenes. Explore alternative career paths and specialized roles available to EMTs.

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Opinion: There’s Nothing “Basic” About an EMT

NCOAE

It’s been more than a decade since the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) stopped using the certification designations EMT-B and EMT-Basic. It was accompanied by an expanded set of knowledge and skill expectations for emergency medical technicians (EMTs).

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From the President’s Desk: HEMS in Cork

Irish College of Paramedics

The recent discussions regarding the crew composition of the proposed Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) in Cork require comment from paramedicine. Depending where you are in the world an ambulance is staffed by varying numbers and differing practitioner qualifications. 2000, Stiell et al.

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Spinal Immobilization or Spinal Motion Restriction: Which is Safest?

NCOAE

However, while LSBs have historically been used to attempt spinal immobilization, SMR may be achieved using a scoop stretcher, vacuum splint, ambulance cot, or other similar device to which a patient is safely secured. to prevent movement of the spine. The study included 549 patients in the SI period and 623 patients in the SMR period.

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Maintaining Resilience and Mental Health in the EMS Profession

NCOAE

The suicide rate among emergency medical service (EMS) professionals rose a shocking 38 percent since 2009, according to a study published in the Western Journal of Emergency Medicine. As an emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic, you typically work a five-day rotation of 12-hour shifts (days or nights).

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