– The use of simulation is a valuable tool because it allows us an insight into ourselves when the odds are stacked against us. Every pilot has screwed up in the simulator, and those events allow us to develop more resilient and reliable ways of thinking and working so…
Video photo collage from a 2010 EMS week competition between several neighboring EMS services. This is a great idea to have some fun and socialize with EMS colleagues. This idea could easily be adapted to include some EMS skills competition. Read related posts and tips: Video: EMS Week 2010…
– The cause of death was barotrauma as a result of perforation of the right lung as a complication of anaesthetic administration. The relevant underlying condition was a fracture of the distal phalanx of the right little finger… [1] This seems a bit complicated, but it becomes much more…
When a CE lesson user asked me to explain that ipratropium bromide is contraindicated to patients with peanut allergies I searched for the facts. After my search concluded with unsatisfactory results I turned to pharmacist and EMS supporter Mark Albert. Read his post Ipratropium – Soybean and Nuts Allergy:…
– If you think that the post about how to fake a scientific study [1] , [2] was just an April Fools’ joke, this article should make it clear that this kind of made up science is more common and popular than we expect. – Here is a recent…
This post ( Kitchen Tools and Gadgets for Patient Assessment ) from last year is still one of the top all-time posts at Everyday EMS Tips. It features patient assessment tools and tips from some of the top bloggers in EMS. Enjoy and make sure to add your tips…
– April Fools’ Day is seen by many as a day for deception. For some, the best deception might be to create a fake research paper and to publicize that paper. While this how to article is a little late to allow for something to be published by today,…
The call to action in this video is incredible. The potential of the app for citizen first response to cardiac arrest is even more incredible. What are you doing to bring this app and capability to your community? Read related posts and tips: Video: Surviving Cardiac Arrest with Dr….
– – Last night on EMS Office Hours the topic was pharmacology meds. Dial “M” For Medications also available at BlogTalkradio . It isn’t clear which of us is supposed to be playing the part of Grace Kelly . Maybe next week will be a different classic movie reference…
Last week we posted the latest Everyday EMS Athletes column with a profile of paramedic Buck Feris . The column’s lead sponsor, Magnum Boots USA , is offering a fantastic set of prizes for each month’s Everyday EMS Athlete column. To enter the contest, tell us about how you’re…