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Unique Patient Signs: A Case Study
If a patient presents with multiple pathologies, some common signs can give you clues into…
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Crush Syndrome: A Case Study
By Christopher Ebright You respond to an accident involving a semi-truck that drove off a…
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Compartment Syndrome: A Case Study
You are called to a scene where a skier has fallen. The male patient is…
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Simulation in EMS Education – Part 2
It is our belief that the EMT classroom has much to gain from the use…
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Spinal Motion Restriction
A new position paper on spinal motion restriction (SMR) was issued by the American College…
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10 Things You Should Know About Trauma Emergencies
The available tools for determining criticality in trauma assessment have never been greater.
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Hurtful H’s and Terrible T’s
The H’s and T’s learned for ACLS and PALS can also be used for assessment…
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The Tomato Philosophy
“Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is not putting it in…
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On Seizures, Syncope and Science
Not all research papers provide everything you need to know about a topic. It is…
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10 Reasons Patients Lie
You don't expect everyone to lie—but it does happen. Ten reasons why your patients might…
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Do you fail if you kill a patient?
Our friend, Becky Valentine, posted a note on her Facebook page telling a story where…
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10 Tips to Improve Your Differential Diagnostic Skills
Differential diagnosis is a hallmark skill for EMTs, AEMTs and paramedics. EMS has progressed beyond…