Ambulance Emergency Medical Services First Aid 
TIMER
JANUARY 14, 2022
We all have a first aid kit at our homes. It’s more or less always a plastic box typically containing band-aids, crepe roll bandages, safety pins, tweezers, gauze dressings, pain medication, a disinfectant, and ointments. First aid is something that goes way beyond the contents of your medical box.
EMT Training Station
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
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. and highly trained professionals.
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NCOAE
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
And they’re certainly not “Ambulance Drivers.” Photo Credit: RODNAE Productions | Sourced from Pexels ) Most states have made the transition to the new title, but many emergency medical service (EMS) providers continue to refer to some EMTs as “Basics.” Let’s leave the term “Basic” to the First Aid folks.
EMT Training Station
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
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.
Paramedic Training Spot
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Brief History of EMS in New Jersey New Jersey has seen Emergency Medical Services since the 1920’s, and was one of the first states to have this volunteer service. In fact, in 1927, the town of Belmar was one of the the first established volunteer ambulance services in the nation.
Irish College of Paramedics
SEPTEMBER 26, 2018
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. Irish Journal of Paramedicine.
EMT Training Station
APRIL 5, 2023
In the fast-paced and high-stress world of emergency medical services, EMTs and paramedics consistently go above and beyond to save lives and provide comfort to those in need. So common in fact it is required on ambulances in order to open O2 tanks. It is located at the base of the tool.
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