December 2019
How to implement crew resource management within your agency
Crew resource management includes everyone from dispatch to the emergency room staff. If we use it appropriately, we can improve teamwork, communication and problem solving; promote input from all team members regardless of level of certification or experience; and decrease the likelihood of a sentinel event.
November 2019
Strategies to improve care for mechanical ventilation patients
Mechanical ventilation has come a long way in ease of use and adjustability, but there is still no substitute for provider judgement and intellect. No one piece of the puzzle is 100% reliable, so the practitioner must use all pieces in unison to arrive at an informed decision as to whether the patient is benefiting from interventions.
September 2019
EMS professionals begin to identify sepsis earlier and start treatment
Sepsis Awareness Month may have you thinking about how far we can still go to make improvements, especially in the prehospital environment. Let's explore where sepsis recognition begins, guidelines and those who are successfully doing this in the field.
Teen depression: Know the signs and symptoms
An EMT shares his personal experience with suicide and the signs he and his family missed before his son made an attempt. Learn how teen depression differs from adult depression and which clues can alert you to an impending problem.
August 2019
Motorcycle accidents can be devastating for patients and paramedics
The danger of riding motorcycles has been a hot topic for decades because the potential morbidity and mortality for those involved in motorcycle accidents is greater than those traveling in other vehicles. Learn about the injuries these patients sustain.
July 2019
Heat emergencies and you: Symptoms, signs, and prevention
Prepare for more heat emergencies during the hotter months. Patients are more likely to present with heat stroke and heat exhaustion during this time. Also ensure you stay well-hydrated on the job.