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The primary endpoint was incidence of endotracheal intubation occurring during transportation and within one hour after arrival to the emergencydepartment (ED). Results: 66 patients in the ketamine group and 68 patients in the midazolam group met inclusion criteria. versus 2.9%, respectively; p = 0.383).
Helicopter EMS in Cork: a paramedicine perspective. Irish Journal of Paramedicine. The recent discussions regarding the crew composition of the proposed Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) in Cork require comment from paramedicine. Reproduced from Knox, S. link] under a CC-BY-NC 4.0 2000, Stiell et al.
Those drawn towards more mobile, emergent, autonomous roles found their place in paramedicine. New recruits are enticed by opportunities to provide ever higher standards of emergency care. Retrieved from [link] Paramedicine Board AHPRA. Over time, training and education have improved skillsets and knowledge.
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