Fire Chief Geroge Sheets said the firehouse is not a place for reckless “Animal House” behavior
Source: ems1.com
Monthly Archives: February 2016
Research analysis: Capnography to assess effectiveness of pediatric ventilation
Anesthesiologists compare mask ventilation adequacy with endotracheal intubation and laryngeal mask airway for pediatric patients
Source: ems1.com
Paramedic exemplified what a friend and caregiver should be
Every medic that worked with Brian Shepler, 44, has a story to tell about him as a leader, problem solver and mentor
Source: ems1.com
'Do it for Drew' by checking and rechecking tube placement
The family of a teen who died after an esophageal intubation has started the ‘Do It For Drew’ to prevent another tragic death
Source: ems1.com
6 ways to write a better patient care report
Minimize mistakes and improve billing collections by confirming every PCR is accurate and descriptive
Source: ems1.com
Body armor for EMS personnel
The need for ballistic vests as an all-hazard PPE for EMS personnel reflects their changing role and the constant threat of violent patient encounters
Source: ems1.com
Act to ensure a volunteer EMS future
To move out of crisis mode and on from dire consultant studies, volunteer EMS needs less analysis and more action
Source: ems1.com
San Francisco FD medical director wins award for innovative program
The program pairs paramedics with the Public Health Department Homeless Outreach Team to reduce 911 calls from the city’s homeless people
Source: ems1.com
Rwanda to use drones to deliver medical supplies
The unmanned aircraft will make deliveries to rural health facilities for less than it would cost to make the same deliveries by motorbike
Source: ems1.com
Va. agency teaches public how to prepare an emergency kit
Roanoke Fire and EMS suggests creating kits with items like personal hygiene products and medicine
Source: ems1.com