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Finally, we will focus on the EMT’s role in responding to musculoskeletal emergencies, emphasizing the key steps in patient assessment, the basic firstaid and emergency treatments that EMTs can provide, and the importance of a rapid response to prevent complications.
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An 18-month-old boy presents to the emergencydepartment with loss of consciousness. Evaporative cooling is the preferred method to actively reduce body temperature in the emergencydepartment , as it can be performed with ongoing resuscitation efforts. He was found unresponsive alone in a hot vehicle. Bendall, J.
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