A Guest Post by Sean Fontaine I love posting articles controversial enough to warrant a disclaimer. Today I have the pleasure of bringing you another post by guest author Sean Fontaine. Sean is a … [Read more...]
Chest Pain: Is EMS Really Best?
October 24, 2009 by 3 Comments
Short answer: Yes. Score one for EMS. A study published last January in the American Heart Journal evaluated transport and treatment times of patients who called 911 for their chest pain and patients … [Read more...]
What Is Muscular Dystrophy Anyway?
September 17, 2009 by 5 Comments
Since we've been talking about the fill the boot campaign the annual MDA telethon, why not use our "what is" series to take a closer look at the group of diseases we commonly refer to as muscular … [Read more...]
Seven Flawless Physical Restraint Tips
September 8, 2009 by 6 Comments
Physical restraint techniques and procedures are a subject of debate and controversy in EMS. Few agencies have taken the time and energy to research and develop a comprehensive restraint guideline for … [Read more...]
EMS Response To Sexual Assault
May 23, 2009 by 5 Comments
A Guest Post By: Jimmy Futrelle The EMT Spot would like to welcome Jimmy Futrelle to our guest post roster. Jimmy s a Paramedic hailing from Scurry County Texas. Jimmy has been responding on calls … [Read more...]
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