In the field Archives

M.A.R.C.H P.A.W.S And Trauma an Acronym used in the Military

M.A.R.C.H P.A.W.S And Trauma When it comes to a quick efficient trauma assessment on a patient I have found that using the M.A.R.C.H P.A.W.S acronym is the simplest. M is for massive hemorrhage A is for airway management R is for respiratory C is for circulation H is for hypothermia/head injuries P is for pain [...]

Carfentanil vs fentanyl, the opioid crisis, and the path forward

A clinician discusses the carfentanil vs fentanyl, other derivatives of fentanyl, the opioid crisis and where we go from here.

Coronavirus and EMS safety: Cleaning your hands and your ambulance

A paramedic and Distance CME instructor discusses the coronavirus and EMS safety, including proper handwashing and the best ways to clean your ambulance.

COVID-19 and EMS: Origins, the NREMT, and effects on EMS

A veteran EMS provider and instructor disucsses the origins of coronavirus and how EMS organizations are reacting to COVID-19.

EMS PPE shortages adding extra strain to the COVID-19 crisis

An EMS provider discusses the personal protective shortage (PPE) caused by the COVID-19 and how responders can continue to work safely.

Ambulance decontamination strategies for modern EMS

An EMS providers discusses a few cutting-edge methods for ambulance decontamination available to EMS crews and the pros and cons of each method.

Compensated shock, decompensated shock, and irreversible shock

We review the three phases of shock: compensated shock, decompensated shock, and irreversible shock. Plus, learn more about shock treatment.

How Stop the Bleed kits can help you save more lives

This program trains bystanders to take action to help people who are bleeding while EMS is on the way with tools such as Stop the Bleed kits.

Strategies for Effective Bleeding Control You Should Know

Bleeding control and proper patient management are essential to increasing the likelihood of positive patient outcomes. Are you ready to stop the bleed?

Chest Wall Trauma: Field-Ready Facts and Treatments

Did you know chest wall trauma is the third most common blunt injury in the “unintentional injury” category? Let's review the different types.