EMDocs

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Author: Brit Long, MD (@long_brit) // Reviewed by Alex Koyfman, MD (@EMHighAK) The American Heart Association 2023 Guideline for managing cardiac arrest or life-threatening toxicity due to poisoning was recently released. This post will focus on the key parts of the guideline that affect ED evaluation and management. COR Harm, LOE B-R.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Though they are closely related and often work together, EMS and EMT have distinct roles, training, and responsibilities. Understanding these differences is essential for appreciating the complexity and efficiency of emergency medical care. The system is designed to be activated immediately upon receiving a distress call.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Background: Out of hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is something that we have covered many times on the SGEM. SGEM#64 : Classic EM Papers (OPALS Study) * SGEM#136 : CPR – Man or Machine?

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FOAMfrat

JULY 3, 2024

Conduct a risk-benefit analysis for an emergency grab if appropriate, but the best advice is to wait for appropriate providers with SCBA to make entry to grab the victims if they cannot remove themselves from the environment. Also, start a hazmat company and engine company as quickly as possible. Be prepared to take an advanced airway early.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

Training and Education Continued training and education are vital for first responders, who must stay abreast of the latest emergency response techniques and medical treatments. This training can include specialized instruction in areas such as hazardous material handling, advanced cardiac life support, and technical rescue operations.

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REBEL EM

MARCH 13, 2023

In recent years, emergency response systems have made significant efforts to study, standardize, and improve the management of prehospital TCA in the field with the hopes of improving its survivability. The search contained terms for (1) prehospital cardiac arrest or prehospital advanced life support, and (2) injuries and trauma.

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NCOAE

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Fact is, we receive applications from students from all walks and stages of life, who successfully complete our EMT training program and go on to use that EMT training for a variety of opportunities. can be a great gig — or even a side hustle — with emergency scenarios being handled on site most of the time.

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