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August 2004

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August 2004 Industry News
07/31/2004
Vertex Standard USA, a manufacturer of commercial two-way radio communications products, has been awarded a General Services Administration contract to supply radio equipment—including mobiles, portables, base stations, repeaters and...
Vertex Standard USA, a manufacturer of commercial two-way radio communications products, has been awarded a General Services Administration contract to supply radio equipment—including mobiles, portables, base stations, repeaters and...
Vertex Standard USA, a...
07/31/2004
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Burn Triage at a Major Incident
07/31/2004
Attack One responds to a fire, alongside multiple fire units and EMS providers.
Attack One responds to a fire, alongside multiple fire units and EMS providers.
Attack One responds to a fire,...
07/31/2004
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When Doctors Talk, Patients Take Care
07/31/2004
A study conducted in Ann Arbor, MI, by John D. Piette, PhD, of the Veterans Affairs Ann Arbor Health Care System and the University of Michigan shows clear results.
A study conducted in Ann Arbor, MI, by John D. Piette, PhD, of the Veterans Affairs Ann Arbor Health Care System and the University of Michigan shows clear results.
A study conducted in Ann Arbor,...
07/31/2004
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Acadian Offers Fast-Track to Nursing Program
07/31/2004
Ten Acadian Ambulance Service paramedics are participating in a pilot program at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, LA, that puts them on a fast track toward licensure as registered nurses.
Ten Acadian Ambulance Service paramedics are participating in a pilot program at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, LA, that puts them on a fast track toward licensure as registered nurses.
Ten Acadian Ambulance Service...
07/31/2004
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Turning Paramedics Into Firefighters
07/31/2004
As fire departments continue to handle an increasing number of medical calls, more and more departments are recruiting paramedics and EMTs and training them to be firefighters.
As fire departments continue to handle an increasing number of medical calls, more and more departments are recruiting paramedics and EMTs and training them to be firefighters.
As fire departments continue to...
07/31/2004
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August 2004 EMS Wire Service
07/31/2004
EMS Wire Service
EMS Wire Service
EMS Wire Service
07/31/2004
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Capnography as a Predictor of the Return of Spontaneous Circulation
07/31/2004
Capnography, which has become an integral part of monitoring in the prehospital environment, helps to prevent life-threatening events.
Capnography, which has become an integral part of monitoring in the prehospital environment, helps to prevent life-threatening events.
Capnography, which has become an...
07/31/2004
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Inviting Injury
07/31/2004
EMTs Joe and Lisa respond to a motor vehicle collision involving entrapment.
EMTs Joe and Lisa respond to a motor vehicle collision involving entrapment.
EMTs Joe and Lisa respond to a...
07/31/2004
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Cardiac Drugs at High Temps; Selective Immobilization; ETI Survival Benefit
07/31/2004
Medical Abstract Reviews
Medical Abstract Reviews
Medical Abstract Reviews
07/31/2004
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Rural EMSers to Get High-Tech Simulation Training
07/31/2004
Even in a fast-growing, heavily populated state like Florida, it can be hard to get quality training.
Even in a fast-growing, heavily populated state like Florida, it can be hard to get quality training.
Even in a fast-growing, heavily...
07/31/2004
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The Probie: Welcoming the Next Twink Dalton
07/31/2004
You and your partner are in your station’s dining room swapping noisy stories with two other crews, and you’re doing more than your share of the laughing when you spot the newcomer, fidgeting in the doorway.
You and your partner are in your station’s dining room swapping noisy stories with two other crews, and you’re doing more than your share of the laughing when you spot the newcomer, fidgeting in the doorway.
You and your partner are in your...
07/31/2004
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Report Finds Americans` Health Literacy Lacking
07/31/2004
Odds are, you’ve attempted to explain a prehospital intervention to a patient who, for some reason, could not understand what you were trying to communicate.
Odds are, you’ve attempted to explain a prehospital intervention to a patient who, for some reason, could not understand what you were trying to communicate.
Odds are, you’ve attempted to...
07/31/2004
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EMS Magazine`s Resource Guide: Communications
07/31/2004
Editorial Spotlight: Communications
Editorial Spotlight: Communications
Editorial Spotlight:...
07/31/2004
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Treating Heat-Related Illness in the Elderly
07/31/2004
During periods of cold weather, it seems that a concerted effort is made to ensure the safety of the elderly population in most communities
During periods of cold weather, it seems that a concerted effort is made to ensure the safety of the elderly population in most communities
During periods of cold weather,...
07/31/2004
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Lawrence Brown on EMS Research
07/31/2004
Research in EMS is one component of the system that has been sorely lacking.
Research in EMS is one component of the system that has been sorely lacking.
Research in EMS is one component...
07/31/2004
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Public Information, Education & Relations for EMS Injury Prevention Modules
07/31/2004
In 1992, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published the first National Standard Curriculum for PIER—an expanded and revised version of a 1986 document, PIER for EMS Providers.
In 1992, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) published the first National Standard Curriculum for PIER—an expanded and revised version of a 1986 document, PIER for EMS Providers.
In 1992, the National Highway...
07/31/2004
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If You Don`t Ask, You`ll Never Know
07/31/2004
Unquestionably, one of the most difficult endeavors in all of medicine is attempting to measure quality.
Unquestionably, one of the most difficult endeavors in all of medicine is attempting to measure quality.
Unquestionably, one of the most...
07/31/2004
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Bioterrorism: Is Your Town Ready? Report Says Regionalization Is the Key
07/31/2004
Researchers compiled data describing the country’s existing infrastructure (national, regional, state and local) for a bioterrorism response
Researchers compiled data describing the country’s existing infrastructure (national, regional, state and local) for a bioterrorism response
Researchers compiled data...
07/31/2004
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Hazardous Operations: A Primer on In-Suit Communication Options
07/31/2004
Trying to communicate while inside a hazmat suit can be a real hassle, especially if you are using a conventional PTT (push-to-talk) handheld microphone.
Trying to communicate while inside a hazmat suit can be a real hassle, especially if you are using a conventional PTT (push-to-talk) handheld microphone.
Trying to communicate while...
07/31/2004
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Protective Clothing Showcase
07/31/2004
Bates Uniform Footwear Distributor EMS*USA (Emergency Medical Supply, Inc.) is a distributor of Bates Uniform Footwear, and carries a large selection of Bates boots and shoes in both men’s and women’s styles and sizes. Featured boots include...
Bates Uniform Footwear Distributor EMS*USA (Emergency Medical Supply, Inc.) is a distributor of Bates Uniform Footwear, and carries a large selection of Bates boots and shoes in both men’s and women’s styles and sizes. Featured boots include...
Bates Uniform Footwear...
07/31/2004
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Mass-Casualty Exercise Design for EMS Agencies
07/31/2004
Communities of all sizes require disaster planning, and exercises are a fundamental part of ensuring preparedness for emergencies.
Communities of all sizes require disaster planning, and exercises are a fundamental part of ensuring preparedness for emergencies.
Communities of all sizes require...
07/31/2004
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Miami-Dade Motorcycles Do It Faster
07/31/2004
No matter how loud your siren, when the freeway is a parking lot, you're not getting through
No matter how loud your siren, when the freeway is a parking lot, you're not getting through
No matter how loud your siren,...
07/31/2004
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Safety First!
07/31/2004
Rarely does an issue of EMS Magazine go by without some editorial content focused on improving the safety of EMS personnel.
Rarely does an issue of EMS Magazine go by without some editorial content focused on improving the safety of EMS personnel.
Rarely does an issue of EMS...
07/31/2004
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Homeless Women Subject to Unmet Healthcare Needs
07/31/2004
On any given night, more than 700,000 people are homeless in the United States, and up to 2 million experience homelessness during the year.
On any given night, more than 700,000 people are homeless in the United States, and up to 2 million experience homelessness during the year.
On any given night, more than...
07/31/2004
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Under Attack! Protecting EMS Personnel
07/31/2004
On May 26, 2004, Attorney General John Ashcroft and FBI Director Robert Mueller warned that credible intelligence from multiple sources indicates that al-Qaeda plans to attempt an attack on the United States in the next few months.
On May 26, 2004, Attorney General John Ashcroft and FBI Director Robert Mueller warned that credible intelligence from multiple sources indicates that al-Qaeda plans to attempt an attack on the United States in the next few months.
On May 26, 2004, Attorney...
07/31/2004
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Penetrating Chest Trauma
07/31/2004
Penetrating chest trauma most frequently involves mechanisms such as stabbing and gunshot wounds (GSW), although there are a variety of ways the chest can be penetrated—some of them very dramatic (industrial incidents, fence poles).
Penetrating chest trauma most frequently involves mechanisms such as stabbing and gunshot wounds (GSW), although there are a variety of ways the chest can be penetrated—some of them very dramatic (industrial incidents, fence poles).
Penetrating chest trauma most...
07/31/2004
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Disaster Exercises Avoiding a Train Wreck
07/31/2004
I didn't get to see the train plow into the yellow school bus, but hundreds of Argentines witnessed the crumpled bus tossed along the railroad tracks by the oncoming train engine.
I didn't get to see the train plow into the yellow school bus, but hundreds of Argentines witnessed the crumpled bus tossed along the railroad tracks by the oncoming train engine.
I didn't get to see the train...
07/31/2004
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David Hoyt, MD, Predicts a New World of Fluid Resuscitation
07/31/2004
As a youngster, trauma surgeon David Hoyt, MD, FACS, dreamed of becoming a famous playwright on Broadway.
As a youngster, trauma surgeon David Hoyt, MD, FACS, dreamed of becoming a famous playwright on Broadway.
As a youngster, trauma surgeon...
07/31/2004
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August 2004 Hot Shots
07/31/2004
New products, services, equipment and ideas
New products, services, equipment and ideas
New products, services,...
07/31/2004
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Senators Aim to Strengthen Federal EMS Committee
07/31/2004
It’s not the dedicated federal EMS office so many in our industry want, but a bill working its way through the U.S. Senate would represent at least a partial step in that direction.
It’s not the dedicated federal EMS office so many in our industry want, but a bill working its way through the U.S. Senate would represent at least a partial step in that direction.
It’s not the dedicated federal...
07/31/2004
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Magnesium Sulfate in Prehospital Care
07/31/2004
Magnesium compounds have been used in the healthcare setting for many years.
Magnesium compounds have been used in the healthcare setting for many years.
Magnesium compounds have been...
07/31/2004
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August 2004 Letters
07/31/2004
We Want to Hear From You! Send Letters to the Editor to: Mail: EMS, 7626 Densmore Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406-2042 E-mail: emseditor@aol.com Letters may be edited for clarity and to conform to space requirements. A Fair Day’s Wage
We Want to Hear From You! Send Letters to the Editor to: Mail: EMS, 7626 Densmore Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91406-2042 E-mail: emseditor@aol.com Letters may be edited for clarity and to conform to space requirements. A Fair Day’s Wage
We Want to Hear From You! Send...
07/31/2004
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Tabletop Technology
07/31/2004
Adding a 3D element to tabletop drills
Adding a 3D element to tabletop drills
Adding a 3D element to tabletop...
07/31/2004
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