The Skeptics' Guide to EM

MARCH 11, 2023

A fire company is on scene providing high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and has defibrillated twice with an automated external defibrillator (AED). Case: A paramedic crew responds to a 54-year-old male in cardiac arrest at a private residence.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

EMS arrives on scene and initiates high quality basic life support (BLS). One defibrillation for ventricular fibrillation (VF) is provided but the patient remains in VF. We now know that an emphasis on the basics (high quality chest compressions and defibrillation) are the most important aspects of resuscitation.

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The Overrun Podcast

MAY 23, 2024

Takeaways Advances in medical resuscitation have focused on basic life support (BLS) interventions, such as compression-only CPR and early defibrillation. The conversation ends with a call for hope in the future of pre-hospital medicine. The conversation ends with a call for hope in the future of pre-hospital medicine.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

This could range from basic life support, typically managed by EMTs, to more advanced life support provided by paramedics and other medical specialists. This equipment ranges from basic first aid supplies to sophisticated devices like defibrillators, oxygen therapy units, and advanced airway management tools.

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NCOAE

AUGUST 12, 2022

Here, we present them in alphabetical order: ABC – Airway, Breathing and Circulation – “This is the Golden Rule of emergency medical professionals” AED – Automated External Defibrillator – The device that delivers electric shock to the heart of patients experiencing sudden cardiac arrest A-EMT – Advanced EMT ALS – Advanced Life Support Anaphylaxis— (..)

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Paramedics Unlimited

APRIL 19, 2018

What is the difference between ALS and BLS Medical Care? In Basic Life Support (BLS) emergencies, a single EMS provider can not deliver optimum care, such as when trying to hold direct pressure on a bleeding wound, while preparing bandages, to stop bleeding.

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Paramedic Training Spot

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

You must also pass your practical examinations, which can include things like HARE traction splints, manual airway management, or proper CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) use. In order to stay up to date, you must take something called a CEU, or Continuing Education Unit.

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