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AHA and Red Cross Life Support Certifications Should Both Be Accepted

ACEP Now

For decades, only one major organization—the American Heart Association (AHA)—provided standardized training and certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). It also offers a comprehensive “CPR for the Professional Rescuer” course. Their views are their own.

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EMS vs. EMT: Clarifying Roles in Emergency Healthcare

EMT Training Station

This could range from basic life support, typically managed by EMTs, to more advanced life support provided by paramedics and other medical specialists. It focuses on essential lifesaving skills, such as CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), controlling bleeding, and managing shock.

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Systemic Steroids: An ED Focused Overview

EMDocs

1 Though hydrocortisone is often included in ‘crash carts,’ the most recent consensus on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) has a weak recommendation against the use of corticosteroids during CPR. Given its mineralocorticoid properties, hydrocortisone is traditionally used for adrenal insufficiency. 2015;116(6):960-975. Circulation.

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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

EMT Training Station

If the victim is unresponsive, CPR is initiated immediately. Handling Specific Electrical Burn Injuries Electrical burns require specific first-aid measures. Rapid Assessment and Advanced Life Support Upon arrival at the scene, our immediate focus is on assessing the victim’s airway, breathing, and circulation.

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Special Event Medical Standby

Mile High Ambulance

From basic first aid advice to assistance in getting to a hospital the team at Mile High Ambulance is your best resource in an emergency situation. Knowing who will provide Basic Life Support, such as CPR, First Aid, and Bleeding Control is a key precaution when planning events.

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8 Alternative Jobs to Pursue with an EMT Certification

NCOAE

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. More often than not, ski patrol organizations require their patrollers to have EMT credentials and CPR certification.

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Reasons to Choose Emergency Medical Services as a Career

TIMER

By providing life support, helping rescue patients from high-risk situations and deciding upon the best course of treatment for the injured, you keep learning each day as you encounter new challenges and solve them. We provide both primary and refresher EMT training and CPR and first aid classes.