FirstWatch

JANUARY 17, 2024

Mike Taigman, FirstWatch Improvement Guide, has been awarded the prestigious Keith Neely Outstanding Contribution to EMS Award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the field of emergency medical services (EMS).

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FirstWatch

JANUARY 17, 2024

Mike Taigman, FirstWatch Improvement Guide, has been awarded the prestigious Keith Neely Outstanding Contribution to EMS Award in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the field of emergency medical services (EMS).

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Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

In this episode of the PEC podcast, we cover the Prehospital Emergency Care Journal Volume 26 Number 5 with our original PEC Podcast crew; Phil Moy, Scott Goldberg, Jeremiah Escajeda, and Joelle Donofrio-Odmann!

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

MAY 6, 2023

Fast forward to 2008 when an ACEP resolution called for a group to study “excited delirium,” and to disseminate the paper to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and law enforcement. This brings us to the 2022 article called Revisiting “Excited Delirium”: Does the Diagnosis Reflect and Promote Racial Bias?

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FOAMfrat

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Ok, here we go… Lots of controversy over the recent article titled, “Comparing Intubation Success Between Flight Nurses and Flight Paramedics in Helicopter Emergency Medical Services”, published by the Air Medical Journal in their November/December 2023 issue. The conclusion of this article…drum roll….

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Peter Canning

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A recent article in JEMS, Exploring Barriers to Implementing an Emergency Medical Services Naloxone Leave Behind Program , found that only 13.3% I think 50% is not bad. I would estimate the leave rate is much lower in Connecticut.

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Core EM

JULY 23, 2024

Objective: Based on current evidence, this review article aims to guide the Emergency Department (ED) in providing care for patients with blast injuries. This article may apply to a broader audience of clinicians by including data from military and civilian blast incidents. It most commonly affects gas-containing organs.

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NCOAE

AUGUST 12, 2022

You can review these three articles using the links below: From Sept. You can review these three articles using the links below: From Sept. Today we’re taking a more serious look at language, this time highlighting the terminology used by members of the Emergency Medical Service (EMS) community.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the fast-paced and critical world of emergency medical services, EMTs are often the first healthcare professionals to interact with patients in distress. For aspiring and veteran EMTs alike, the continuous honing of these skills is an ongoing journey towards achieving the highest standards in emergency medical services.

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EMDocs

JUNE 1, 2023

This collection of posts features recently published must-know articles. Source Article: Cooper DJ, Nichol AD, Bailey M, et al. Welcome back to the “52 in 52” series. This week we cover the POLAR RCT on hypothermia for neuroprotection in those with severe TBI. Bradycardia: 18.8% Average ventilator days (8.3 Bradycardia: 18.8%

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The Overrun Podcast

JANUARY 15, 2020

But we need to take a serious look at this data and its implications for our profession. And we need to look at our traditions, culture, and egos to truly provide the best for our patients.

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Core EM

MARCH 7, 2024

Objective: Based on current evidence, this review article aims to guide the Emergency Department (ED) in providing care for patients with blast injuries. This article may apply to a broader audience of clinicians by including data from military and civilian blast incidents. It most commonly affects gas-containing organs.

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EMDocs

JUNE 9, 2023

There are protocols in place that assist highly trained Emergency Medical Service providers in assuring that agitated children are safely transported to their destination. NASEMSO: Clinical care and restraint of agitated or combative patients by emergency medical service practitioners. Prehosp Emerg Care.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

OCTOBER 17, 2020

At the time of emergency medical services (EMS) arrival, the patient is alert but seems a bit confused. We reviewed that article published in the Lancet in SGEM#270. Effect of Out-of-Hospital Tranexamic Acid vs Placebo on 6-Month Functional Neurologic Outcomes in Patients With Moderate or Severe Traumatic Brain Injury.

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Paramedic Training Spot

JANUARY 20, 2022

But the healthcare industry can be cloaked in mystery when you are trying to start that career – especially if you’re considering a career in emergency medical services. In this article, you’ll learn how to become a paramedic in Massachusetts successfully, from early level education to paramedic certification and finding a job.

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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.

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FirstWatch

MAY 2, 2024

EMS Visionary Award – Mike Taigman Mike Taigman ran his first emergency medical services (EMS) call on November 4, 1974. It’s humbling and inspiring to see what we change when we all work together toward improving outcomes, for patients and emergency responders.”

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FirstWatch

MAY 2, 2024

EMS Visionary Award – Mike Taigman Mike Taigman ran his first emergency medical services (EMS) call on November 4, 1974. It’s humbling and inspiring to see what we change when we all work together toward improving outcomes, for patients and emergency responders.”

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EMT Training Station

MAY 19, 2023

This article is for informational purposes only and is NOT a replacement for proper education and training. In this article, we’ll examine the crucial elements of the musculoskeletal system that every EMT needs to be knowledgeable about.

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EMDocs

JUNE 2, 2023

The articles included a prospective observational study, three retrospective observational studies, and two case reports. Hopefully you learned a bit more about how to safely chose a medication for acute agitation in children.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

See these 2 articles Association between pre-hospital chest pain severity and myocardial injury in ST elevation myocardial infarction: A post-hoc analysis of the AVOID study Author links open overlay panel [link] 1 Background We sought to determine if an association exists between prehospital chest pain severity and markers of myocardial injury.

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REBEL EM

JUNE 19, 2023

Article: PATCH-Trauma Investigators and ANZICS Clinical Trial Group. Primary Results Patients enrolled from 15 emergency medical services at 21 hospitals across 3 countries over 7 years. The PATCH-trauma researchers sought to address this critique. Prehospital Tranexamic Acid for Severe Trauma.

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High Performance EMS

DECEMBER 27, 2023

This second step of appropriate dispatching toward operational efficiency will be the subject of a future blog post to focus this article solely on demand forecasting. Emergency medical services across the country are reporting employee turn-over rates of around a quarter of their staff annually.

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AAEM RSA

MAY 7, 2021

2 Ridesharing services may help with pre-hospital transportation by reducing unneeded transports by emergency medical services (EMS). Yet, some articles estimate that 10% of EMS transports are “low acuity,” involving minor ailments like musculoskeletal injuries or mild upper respiratory infections. doi:10.1111/j.1553-2712.1996.tb03352.x.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

JULY 17, 2023

We suggest this list can help you discover relevant or interesting articles for your local journal club or allow you to keep a finger on the pulse of paediatric research. Reviews and opinion articles Point-of-care ultrasound in pediatric nephrology. You will find the list is broken down into four sections: 1.Reviews Sethi SK, et al.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

In years gone by, joining the world of emergency medical services meant a high turnover of patients, among a daily mix of unpredictable emergencies. The medically minded individuals seeking ongoing patient contact found a vocation in medicine, mental health, nursing, midwifery and allied health professions.

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First Responder Wellness

APRIL 12, 2023

Because of this, many war veterans, police officers, firefighters, emergency medical service professionals, and others within this profession may have had frightening experiences of their body remembering trauma. First responders are a population that exposes themselves to potentially life-threatening situations to save others.

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EMDocs

JUNE 16, 2023

Original podcast posted on PEM Currents – Hosted by Brad Sobolewski ( @PEMTweets ) and co-authored by Dennis Ren ( @DennisRenMD ) This podcast series by PEM Currents is a co-production with the Emergency Medical Services for Children Innovation and Improvement Center (EMSC IIC), whose mission is to minimize morbidity and mortality of acutely (..)

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EMDocs

MAY 26, 2023

Summary All right, so that’s it for this episode – hopefully you learned a bit more about how to safely deescalate an agitated child, and how we can keep them and ourselves as providers safe in a stressful environment.

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EMT Training Station

MAY 21, 2023

This article is for informational purposes only and is NOT a replacement for proper education and training. With knowledge, practice, and commitment, EMTs can strive to make a significant difference in the lives of their patients, serving as vital links in the chain of survival during neurological emergencies.

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EMT Training Station

JANUARY 12, 2024

Styrke Women’s EMS pants are a great choice for anyone in the emergency medical services field. Whether you are a paramedic, EMT, or other types of emergency medical services worker, these pants are sure to be a reliable and functional choice for your uniform. Overall, the 5.11

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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.

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The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic

JULY 1, 2020

Human factors and ergonomics of prehospital emergency care. Teams and teamwork in emergency medical services. Postgraduate Medical Journal , 90 (1061). link] This article was originally published in the Australian Emergency Services Magazine in December 2019. CRC Press, Boca Raton. Boyd, M. &

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EMT Training Station

JUNE 18, 2023

Welcome to an in-depth exploration of the cardiovascular system and its significance in the field of emergency medical services. As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), your knowledge of this intricate system, the conditions that can arise, and the interventions necessary to save lives is fundamental to your role.

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NAEMSP

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Article Summary by James Li, MD Sinclair, Julie E., “Characteristics, prehospital management, and outcomes in patients assessed for hypoglycemia: repeat access to prehospital or emergency care.” ” Prehospital Emergency Care 23.3 Background: Diabetes is a common chronic medical condition. 2019): 364-376.

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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. Think of this as a too-long didn’t read of this article. So we wanted to include a short list of our gift choices.

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EMDocs

JUNE 3, 2023

For a broader overview of pelvic trauma, please review Dr. Lupez’s 2017 article here: [link]. Identifying and treating the hemodynamically unstable pelvic trauma patient is the focus of the remainder of this article. Her initial vital signs are blood pressure 76/54 mmHg, heart rate 128 bpm, temperature 37.0˚

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