/most-popular-ems-articles/ Most Popular en-US Thu, 09 May 2024 10:00:27 GMT /cybersecurity/md-fd-out-220k-after-online-scammers-hit-transfer-of-funds-during-ambulance-purchase An investigation is underway into how the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department had funds stolen during the purchase of ambulances Thu, 09 May 2024 10:00:27 GMT /cybersecurity/md-fd-out-220k-after-online-scammers-hit-transfer-of-funds-during-ambulance-purchase /ems-management/wis-official-presents-plan-to-split-fire-ems-into-separate-organizations Waterford administrator offered a plan to create a new EMS department as part of a larger reorganization Tue, 14 May 2024 12:04:51 GMT /ems-management/wis-official-presents-plan-to-split-fire-ems-into-separate-organizations /fire-ems/mich-fd-launches-ambulance-service-to-reduce-response-times The Flint Fire Department ambulance is funded by opioid settlement dollars instead of tax dollars Wed, 15 May 2024 14:33:40 GMT /fire-ems/mich-fd-launches-ambulance-service-to-reduce-response-times /ems-advocacy/advocates-lawmakers-rally-at-n-y-state-capital-for-ems-legislation EMS leaders and advocates rallied in Albany to promote bills that supporters say would take great steps to stabilize ambulance services Wed, 15 May 2024 11:45:03 GMT /ems-advocacy/advocates-lawmakers-rally-at-n-y-state-capital-for-ems-legislation /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/5-errors-that-are-giving-you-incorrect-blood-pressure-readings-zJNOHnFJZOocufoS/ Blood pressure may be the vital sign we measure the most and understand the least. Here are the BP errors you need to know and how to avoid making them. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:50:53 GMT /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/5-errors-that-are-giving-you-incorrect-blood-pressure-readings-zJNOHnFJZOocufoS/ /medical-clinical/articles/sinus-tach-or-svt-4-clues-to-tell-the-difference-Xw1MNh095KzyWpd2/ Instead of "rules" you have been taught to distinguish sinus tach and SVT, follow these assessment and ECG interpretation tips Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:20:56 GMT /medical-clinical/articles/sinus-tach-or-svt-4-clues-to-tell-the-difference-Xw1MNh095KzyWpd2/ /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/ecg-interpretation-10-steps-for-rhythm-identification-HlbOvohuSltPKAL2/ Consistently following a process to analyze a patient's EKG will help you correctly identify the cardiac rhythm Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:16:10 GMT /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/ecg-interpretation-10-steps-for-rhythm-identification-HlbOvohuSltPKAL2/ /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/nitroglycerin-major-actions-and-misconceptions-7j3y8hSw5MzSKU9S/ 6 myths and misconceptions about nitroglycerin administration, uses and results Mon, 06 May 2024 20:01:26 GMT /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/nitroglycerin-major-actions-and-misconceptions-7j3y8hSw5MzSKU9S/ /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/5-errors-that-are-giving-you-incorrect-blood-pressure-readings-zJNOHnFJZOocufoS/ Blood pressure may be the vital sign we measure the most and understand the least. Here are the BP errors you need to know and how to avoid making them. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 18:50:53 GMT /ems-products/medical-monitoring/articles/5-errors-that-are-giving-you-incorrect-blood-pressure-readings-zJNOHnFJZOocufoS/ /year-one/articles/11-keys-to-success-for-the-rookie-emt-pqSixjQB95tWSr0s/ Breaking down some light-hearted and professionally-serious tips to start and build a successful career in EMS Mon, 13 May 2024 16:09:15 GMT /year-one/articles/11-keys-to-success-for-the-rookie-emt-pqSixjQB95tWSr0s/ /telemedicine/transforming-ems-through-telemedicine-ebook New capabilities will change how care is delivered – and agencies need to adapt Tue, 20 Feb 2024 19:18:14 GMT /telemedicine/transforming-ems-through-telemedicine-ebook /8-essential-staycation-tips-tailored-for-first-responders Even if you can't travel out of town for a vacation, you can still make the most of your time off; here are some tips to help responders enjoy a staycation right at home Mon, 06 May 2024 16:08:13 GMT /8-essential-staycation-tips-tailored-for-first-responders /patient-assessment/stopping-the-bias-snowball-before-it-kills-your-patient The EMS crew was about to administer epinephrine, “only they hadn’t noticed what I had; the patient’s heart rate was 268” Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:47:13 GMT /patient-assessment/stopping-the-bias-snowball-before-it-kills-your-patient /ems-advocacy/we-have-to-change-matt-zavadsky-on-his-new-role-and-how-ems-needs-to-evolve Zavadsky details the potential changes to the MedStar system and his new position with the PWW Advisory Group Fri, 10 May 2024 17:09:24 GMT /ems-advocacy/we-have-to-change-matt-zavadsky-on-his-new-role-and-how-ems-needs-to-evolve /off-duty/building-a-strong-defense-why-neck-training-matters-for-first-responders By incorporating neck training into your daily fitness routine, you can prevent injury, reduce pain and even improve physical performance Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:10:08 GMT /off-duty/building-a-strong-defense-why-neck-training-matters-for-first-responders /weather/webinar-ems-in-a-changing-climate-understanding-the-impact-of-extreme-weather Prepare for the impact of extreme weather on critical infrastructure and EMS operations Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:56:25 GMT /weather/webinar-ems-in-a-changing-climate-understanding-the-impact-of-extreme-weather /ems-training/webinar-inside-ems-live-using-ems-data-to-drive-improvement Expert perspectives on improving patient outcomes Mon, 26 Feb 2024 22:35:36 GMT /ems-training/webinar-inside-ems-live-using-ems-data-to-drive-improvement /health-wellness/webinar-inside-ems-live-eat-smart-respond-strong-nutrition-insights-for-first-responders First responder nutrition experts share how healthy snacking, making over your food environment and mindset fuel your body for both wellness and performance. 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