NVFC

MAY 21, 2024

930, the Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act , would expand access to Public Safety Officers’ Benefits (PSOB) for the families of first responders, including firefighters, who pass away from cancer caused by carcinogenic exposure during their service.

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Public Safety Heart Attack First Responder Firefighter 109

NVFC

JULY 30, 2024

Dehydration can not only decrease performance, but it can also lead to health complications such as dizziness, heat stroke, and even heart attack. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the national arena and provides critical resources, programs, education, and advocacy for first responders across the nation.

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Firefighter Heart Attack First Responder EMS 111

EMT Training Station

JUNE 18, 2023

In this five-part series, we will journey through the intricacies of the cardiovascular system, delve into the most common heart conditions you’ll encounter as an EMT, review essential interventions, and underline the importance of patient education in preventing cardiovascular disease.

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EMT EMT Heart Attack Emergency Medical Technician 52

EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

In many cases, the prompt response and initial treatment provided by EMS personnel can significantly affect patient outcomes, especially in life-threatening situations like heart attacks, strokes, and severe injuries. After completing the training, candidates must pass a national or state certification exam to become licensed EMTs.

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EMT EMT Emergency Medical Technician Emergency Medical Services 98

First Responder Wellness

APRIL 12, 2023

First responders are a population that exposes themselves to potentially life-threatening situations to save others. This system is responsible for regulating the largely unconscious bodily functions such as heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, pupillary response. This is because the body can remember trauma too.

Heart Attack 52

Heart Attack First Responder Emergency Medical Services Firefighter 52

EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Allergies : Allergies can significantly impact how a patient responds to medication or environmental factors. For example, sudden pain might suggest an acute condition like a heart attack , while gradual pain might be more indicative of a chronic issue. Provocation/Palliation : What makes the pain better or worse?

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EMT EMT Emergency Medical Services Allergic Reaction 96

BoostPrep

APRIL 26, 2022

You must first complete the following: Results Quiz complete. You must first complete the following: Results Quiz complete. You must first complete the following: Results Quiz complete. You must first complete the following: Results Quiz complete. Hence you can not start it again. Results are being recorded.

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