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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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

OCTOBER 24, 2020

You abandon your coffee order and quickly head next-door, where you are able to start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and direct a bystander to find the store’s automated external defibrillator (AED) while waiting for emergency medical services (EMS) to arrive. Unfortunately, most patients don’t receive these crucial interventions.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

Training and Education Continued training and education are vital for first responders, who must stay abreast of the latest emergency response techniques and medical treatments. This training can include specialized instruction in areas such as hazardous material handling, advanced cardiac life support, and technical rescue operations.

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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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NCOAE

OCTOBER 14, 2022

To become an ER Technician, you need your EMT credential, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, CPR certification, and other credentials based on the location in which you work. Emergency Dispatcher: Emergency dispatchers play a key role in the emergency response system.

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NHCPS Save a Life

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

As a health care professional, you know that every second counts when your patient is in cardiac arrest. The faster you can restore a regular heart rhythm, the better chance your patient has to survive to discharge. Maintaining a high chest compression fraction (CCF) is a critical factor in improving their chances.

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