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Learning how to stop the bleed and procuring the materials to do so is an inexpensive insurance policy. Especially if you're in an area that is prone to gun violence. You don't need a license or permit to carry these things. You never know when you'll need it or someone around you may need it. [link] First up is the Tourniquet. There are a few varieties that have been heavily tested.
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In 2020, the Commission on Accreditation for Prehospital Continuing Education (CAPCE) reported a 179% increase in course completions compared to the two prior years, as well as a 185% increase in online distributive learning. Live/in person education represented just 1% of CAPCE-accredited refresher completions in 2020. What does this say about the future of EMS education?
Happy New Years! In the LAST episode of 2022, the PEC Podcast team joins up with Dr. Maia Dorsett and Rob Lawrence of the EMS Educator Podcast To discuss the manuscript Effects of COVID-19 on EMS Refresher Course Completion and Delivery with the authors: Dr. Juan March, MD FAEMS FACEP, Chief of the Division of EMS, CAPCE Board of Directors Nicole Camarillo, Data Coordinator at CAPCE & Stephen Taylor MHS FAEMS EMS Specialist at ECU Division of EMS Click here to download today!
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