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Tips for Working With Interpreters in the Emergency Department

ACEP Now

emergencies, patient’s request). However, actual increases in available services in emergency departments based on prior state-level requirements have been mixed. Google translate as a tool for emergency department discharge instructions? 4 The Joint Commission’s standards follow similar requirements. Not so fast!

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ACEP Rejects “Excited Delirium”

ACEP Now

In 2009, the Excited Delirium Task Force convened by an ACEP Council resolution authored a white paper that endorsed the existence of excited delirium syndrome and made recommendations for identifying and managing it clinically. American College of Emergency Physicians white paper report on excited delirium syndrome.

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Paramedic vs Combat Medic: What’s the Difference?

Paramedic Training Spot

This certification is typically earned by individuals working closely and frequently with senior medical personnel; these positions include but are not limited to police officer, medical assistant, and emergency department technician. An EMR performs emergency medical interventions with minimal equipment.