After July 1st, the Division will no longer purchase the King LTD SGA. After discussion with the medical director, we have elected to move to the I-Gel SGA for all ages with the exception of neonates. The sizes are listed below. Stations are responsible for purchasing the initial stock of I-Gels (size 1.5 thru 5) […]
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At DES on July 14th, 15th, and 16th Each day will have both PALS and ACLS recert. It will begin at 09:30. (There will be a CPR refresher from 08:30-09:30 if anyone should need that as well – limited space available.) Please email me to register for class as soon as possible. Melanie G. Higgins,
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Timestamping the onset and amount of prehospital IV/IO fluid administration is paramount to the continuum of patient care. The most appropriate standard way to document a fluid bolus is via the timestamp under the medications tab in the EMEDS patient care report. (Especially in cases of sepsis, trauma, and burn patients; but we really should
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Please take a few moments today to review the protocols for Ketamine dosages for pain management. Review the concentrations carried in your units, and refamiliarize yourself with the 10 mg/ml concentration (versus the 50 mg/1 ml concentration normally used for IM/IN doses as well as excited delirium). It is very important that you select the
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All, A reminder, if you are administering a nebulized medication YOU MUST TURN IT OFF PRIOR TO ENTERING THE ED. There are no exceptions. Thanks Dave
Nebs and Patients entering the hospital Read More »
Viral Syndrome Pandemic Triage Protocol EFFECTIVE March 17, 2020 until rescinded or superceded For Use By BLS and ALS Clinicians YES NO Patient age is between 2 and 55 years Patient has a suspected viral syndrome with at least two (2) of the following symptoms: fever, cough, body aches, or sore throat Patient has a
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Viral Syndrome Pandemic Triage Protocol JMD Approval: JMD Martin Date: March 20, 2020 Purpose: The Jurisdictional Medical Director, through MIEMSS and the EMS Operational Program has authorized the use of this protocol during this pandemic outbreak. The intent of the protocol is to allow EMS to identify healthy, low risk patients and then recommend that
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Viral Infection Home Care Instructions Emergency Medical Services evaluated you today for an apparent viral respiratory infection (e.g., influenza, COVID-19, and other common respiratory viruses). At this time your illness does not require you to go to an emergency department. Your vital signs are within acceptable ranges, including your heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure,
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