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Access our directory of clinical articles in EMS, which offers in-depth information on patient assessment, treatment protocols, and emerging medical practices. This collection covers various clinical topics essential for EMS professionals, from advanced pharmacology to trauma management. Staying up-to-date with clinical knowledge is vital for delivering high-quality patient care. For additional resources, explore our section on Medical Research. Enhance your clinical expertise with our expert-driven content.
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Research highlights the potential population health impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists
New technology is changing how we place electrodes for accurate 12-lead ECGs
Now that I have half a dozen or so of these experiences under my belt, here鈥檚 what to expect when responding to a medical assistance call on a flight
Steve Whitehead will tell you why your BVM technique needs to go in this episode
Learn what to look for, including P-to-P intervals, to identify atrial flutter
Clinical pharmacists enhance efficiency, safety and collaboration, empowering paramedics and improving patient outcomes
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You have to first possess and practice traits like kindness and compassion before you can pass the sentiment on to your patients
鈥淭here has never been a more crucial time to have a wingmate in EMS 鈥� a wingmate to watch your six and guide each other through the storm鈥�
The arrival of EMS is the moment when a motor vehicle collision incident shifts from chaos to order
NEMSQA: The data shows the industry can do better
In a deep dive into NEMSQA鈥檚 2024 report, Dr. Jarvis discusses critical airway safety measures and how EMS providers can leverage data, protocols and collaboration to achieve safer, more effective care
Lessons and goals for advancing airway care from the NEMSQA Airway Measures Report
Move with purpose to prevent an apparatus crash, slip or fall, and protect the patient from increased discomfort
Hypothermic patients, multi-systems trauma and slippery scenes present difficult decision-making challenges for rescuers
Withdrawal symptoms tended to be far worse than those experienced by even the most severe heroin users of the past
EMS providers will be called upon to mitigate the effects of bombings and other incidents involving the use of explosive devices
Communicating with law enforcement and following these clinical guidelines will help to keep patient safety first and foremost
In the right patient, with a solid understanding of the pharmacology and a plan to address potential side effects, ketamine can be an incredibly useful tool for EMS
What you need to know about Ozempic and other forms of semaglutide
The city鈥檚 EMS system has saved one life saved for every 3 days of the program, showing promising results
New study shows risk remains elevated for years after a COVID-19 infection, especially for those with certain blood types.
EMS and law enforcement collaborative training helps prepare responders to treat and monitor patients experiencing a constellation of symptoms
Are you over-ventilating your patients? Probably, says Kelly Grayson
You are on scene with a patient who is complaining of weakness. The vital signs your partner has given you are not very detailed. What are some ways to improve on those findings?
Diabetic emergencies come in a variety of types and causes, but the tools available to EMTs allow excellent evaluation and initial treatment of the patient
What are the most important things to remember when treating a patient with a history of diabetes?
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