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EMS vs. EMT: Clarifying Roles in Emergency Healthcare

EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Though they are closely related and often work together, EMS and EMT have distinct roles, training, and responsibilities. Understanding these differences is essential for appreciating the complexity and efficiency of emergency medical care. The system is designed to be activated immediately upon receiving a distress call.

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2023 AHA Update on Management Cardiac Arrest or Life-Threatening Toxicity Due to Poisoning

EMDocs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Treatment of cardiac arrest and life-threatening toxicity due to poisoning often requires specialized treatments that most clinicians do not use frequently such as antidotes and venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, in addition to effective basic and advanced life support. COR 2a, LOE C-LD. COR 2a, LOE C-LD.

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