Emergency Medical Services Information Paramedicine 
International Journal of Paramedicine
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Little is known about patients’ decisions to come to the Emergency Department (ED) via emergency medical services (EMS) versus privately owned vehicle (POV); this is problematic as trust in EMS systems impacts patient care decisions. Patients completed a multi-method survey during their ED stay.
International Journal of Paramedicine
APRIL 3, 2024
Background: Emergency Medical Service (EMS) clinicians render care in less than ideal environments, and errors occur at high rates. Some cognitive aids (CAs) have been shown to reduce errors and improve adherence to evidence-based practices. However, there have been no widespread studies examining CA use in EMS.
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FirstWatch
OCTOBER 7, 2024
NEMSQA’s initiative has been pivotal in reducing the risks associated with the use of lights and siren in emergency medical services, improving safety for EMS providers and the public while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Paramedic Chiefs of Canada
JUNE 14, 2023
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2023 Paramedic Chiefs of Canada release vision for future focused on patients, evidence, and ongoing learning Report titled ‘Principles and Enabling Factors Guiding Paramedicine in Canada’ released with focus on new priorities for industry KELOWNA, B.C. – Using extensive research by lead researcher Dr.
High Performance EMS
JULY 13, 2020
The NHTSA Office of EMS released a significant document last year called the EMS Agenda 2050 that was carefully crafted to set a bold vision for the next 30 years of paramedicine by clearly differentiating the focus of care from its original definition in the 1996 EMS Agenda for the Future. We must be the change we want to promote.
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Paramedic
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
In years gone by, joining the world of emergency medical services meant a high turnover of patients, among a daily mix of unpredictable emergencies. The medically minded individuals seeking ongoing patient contact found a vocation in medicine, mental health, nursing, midwifery and allied health professions.
International Journal of Paramedicine
APRIL 3, 2024
The emergency medical services (EMS) segment of the care continuum is under-represented in previous clinically oriented studies of electrode placement. Background and purpose: A valid 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) depends on correct acquisition technique, particularly on the accurate location of precordial (chest) electrodes.
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