The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

Lauren Westafer an Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School – Baystate. She is the cofounder of FOAMcast and a […] The post SGEM#421: I Think I’d Have a Heart Attack – Maybe Not in a Rural Area? first appeared on The Skeptics Guide to Emergency Medicine.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

In the realm of emergency healthcare, the terms EMS (Emergency Medical Services) and EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) are often used interchangeably, yet they represent distinct aspects of medical response and care.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In the fast-paced and critical world of emergency medical services, EMTs are often the first healthcare professionals to interact with patients in distress. It stands for signs or S ymptoms, A llergies, M edications, P ast medical history, L ast oral intake, and E vents leading up to the present illness or injury.

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EMT Training Station

JUNE 18, 2023

Welcome to an in-depth exploration of the cardiovascular system and its significance in the field of emergency medical services. As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), your knowledge of this intricate system, the conditions that can arise, and the interventions necessary to save lives is fundamental to your role.

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Gold Cross Ambulance Service

JUNE 29, 2022

What Are The Most Common Emergencies? To get a better understanding of why people call emergency services, we’re going to look at data provided by the National Emergency Medical Services Information System , which is a national EMS database.

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Utah's Paramedic and EMS Academy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The first call could be a minor injury or a life-threatening emergency. One example is when an EMT is called to a scene where a patient is experiencing a heart attack. Whether saving someone's life during a medical emergency or simply providing comfort and reassurance during a difficult time, the impact of an EMT is profound.

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NCOAE

MARCH 8, 2021

You may show up for a call only to discover that there is no victim, or the person is okay and refuses help, or a patient simply needs transportation from one medical facility to another. To discover state requirements, conduct an online search for the name of your state followed by “office of emergency medical services.”

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