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May 2005

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Communicating the Right Messages During Difficult Times
04/30/2005
How eight weeks defined an organization
How eight weeks defined an organization
How eight weeks defined an...
04/30/2005
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Public Service Fire and EMS
04/30/2005
Bright sun and a robust present in Berkeley County, WV
Bright sun and a robust present in Berkeley County, WV
Bright sun and a robust present...
04/30/2005
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An Interview With O.J. Doyle on EMS and the Political Process
04/30/2005
The political process—whether it is at the local, state or federal level—is a part of the day-to-day life of EMS
The political process—whether it is at the local, state or federal level—is a part of the day-to-day life of EMS
The political process—whether it...
04/30/2005
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Workout Program for a Posted Ambulance
04/30/2005
In the August 2000 issue of Emergency Medical Services Magazine, I wrote an article that dealt with the need for EMS personnel to exercise and maintain proper fitness.
In the August 2000 issue of Emergency Medical Services Magazine, I wrote an article that dealt with the need for EMS personnel to exercise and maintain proper fitness.
In the August 2000 issue of...
04/30/2005
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Wall Posters Show Them How to Shock
04/30/2005
You’ve seen them at public pools and near restaurant kitchens: wall posters that show bystanders how to fish someone out of the water and perform rescue breathing
You’ve seen them at public pools and near restaurant kitchens: wall posters that show bystanders how to fish someone out of the water and perform rescue breathing
You’ve seen them at public pools...
04/30/2005
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His and Hers Abdominal Pain: Gender-specific factors
04/30/2005
Ruling out the causes of abdominal pain remains the art of all medical diagnoses.
Ruling out the causes of abdominal pain remains the art of all medical diagnoses.
Ruling out the causes of...
04/30/2005
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Got GERD?
04/30/2005
Seems like no one gets ulcers anymore; now they get GERD. And while the name is funnier, there is nothing funny about the pain.
Seems like no one gets ulcers anymore; now they get GERD. And while the name is funnier, there is nothing funny about the pain.
Seems like no one gets ulcers...
04/30/2005
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In Country EMS: An American Medic in Iraq
04/30/2005
Greg Shadwick, NREMT-P, works for Grandview EMS in Jasper, TN, a small town about 10 miles north of the Alabama and Georgia lines. He’s also a member of a National Guard unit based in Knoxville, TN.
Greg Shadwick, NREMT-P, works for Grandview EMS in Jasper, TN, a small town about 10 miles north of the Alabama and Georgia lines. He’s also a member of a National Guard unit based in Knoxville, TN.
Greg Shadwick, NREMT-P, works...
04/30/2005
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Rush to Judgment: Wasting Time, Trust and People
04/30/2005
It’s one thing to lead and another to find that people actually follow you
It’s one thing to lead and another to find that people actually follow you
It’s one thing to lead and...
04/30/2005
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May 2005 EMS Wire Service
04/30/2005
Report Claims EMS “Forgotten” in Planning, Funding; Leads to Senate Bill Sparked by a report documenting deficiencies in EMS funding, training and equipment, Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced a bill in March intended to improve EMS...
Report Claims EMS “Forgotten” in Planning, Funding; Leads to Senate Bill Sparked by a report documenting deficiencies in EMS funding, training and equipment, Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) introduced a bill in March intended to improve EMS...
Report Claims EMS “Forgotten” in...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Wrist Band ID Board
04/30/2005
A simple training tool for assisting in dealing with “found-down” patients
A simple training tool for assisting in dealing with “found-down” patients
A simple training tool for...
04/30/2005
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True Medical Emergencies
04/30/2005
It is not only traumatic injuries that can be suddenly lethal to prehospital patients.
It is not only traumatic injuries that can be suddenly lethal to prehospital patients.
It is not only traumatic...
04/30/2005
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The New Salvation Army
04/30/2005
How the U.S. Military Is Keeping Soldiers Alive, and What It Means for EMS
How the U.S. Military Is Keeping Soldiers Alive, and What It Means for EMS
How the U.S. Military Is...
04/30/2005
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Emergency Stabilization of Unstable Pelvic Fractures
04/30/2005
Patients with unstable pelvic fractures from high-energy mechanisms like pedestrian versus motor vehicle or a fall from a great height are at high risk of fatality from major blood loss. Understanding the anatomy of the pelvis and surrounding...
Patients with unstable pelvic fractures from high-energy mechanisms like pedestrian versus motor vehicle or a fall from a great height are at high risk of fatality from major blood loss. Understanding the anatomy of the pelvis and surrounding...
Patients with unstable pelvic...
04/30/2005
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Media Review: Informed’s Homeland Security Field Guide
04/30/2005
I am a fan of field guides.
I am a fan of field guides.
I am a fan of field guides.
04/30/2005
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May 2005 Hot Shots
04/30/2005
12-Lead Instruction Software
12-Lead Instruction Software
12-Lead Instruction Software
04/30/2005
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The Airway Cam Guide to Intubation & Practical Airway Management
04/30/2005
Having viewed the Airway Cam video series multiple times, I wasn’t sure that any text could act as an adjunct to those impressive tapes.
Having viewed the Airway Cam video series multiple times, I wasn’t sure that any text could act as an adjunct to those impressive tapes.
Having viewed the Airway Cam...
04/30/2005
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Immobilization Showcase
04/30/2005
Fast Splinting
Fast Splinting
Fast Splinting
04/30/2005
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National EMS Week Celebrates the 3 Rs: Ready, Responsive and Reliable
04/30/2005
EMS is a vital part of every community, but it often competes with the broader focus on fire, police, public health and homeland security
EMS is a vital part of every community, but it often competes with the broader focus on fire, police, public health and homeland security
EMS is a vital part of every...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Helmet Removal in Athletics
04/30/2005
A local EMS agency is providing standby services at a local high school football game, just as they have for many similar events.
A local EMS agency is providing standby services at a local high school football game, just as they have for many similar events.
A local EMS agency is providing...
04/30/2005
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Beware of the Podium Pirates
04/30/2005
In a word, it was a strange phone call.
In a word, it was a strange phone call.
In a word, it was a strange...
04/30/2005
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An Introduction to NAEMT`s Military Division
04/30/2005
The Military Division addresses the unique concerns of both military medics and medics who are federally employed.
The Military Division addresses the unique concerns of both military medics and medics who are federally employed.
The Military Division addresses...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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A Recorded Refusal: EMS Telemedicine System Previewed
04/30/2005
Whatever happened later, this crew and doc were now legally protected.
Whatever happened later, this crew and doc were now legally protected.
Whatever happened later, this...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Shoestring Fitness
04/30/2005
Recent articles in Fit for Life in EMS have detailed many options for increasing one’s fitness level both on and off the job.
Recent articles in Fit for Life in EMS have detailed many options for increasing one’s fitness level both on and off the job.
Recent articles in Fit for Life...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Stopping the Epidemic: What More Can You Do?
04/30/2005
With EMS Week set for May 15–21, here are some great tips for public education activities.
With EMS Week set for May 15–21, here are some great tips for public education activities.
With EMS Week set for May 15–21,...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Autonomic Dysreflexia in Spinal Cord Injury
04/30/2005
You have just been dispatched to the home of a 40-year-old male, who is complaining of a sudden onset of a severe headache, blurred vision and diaphoresis.
You have just been dispatched to the home of a 40-year-old male, who is complaining of a sudden onset of a severe headache, blurred vision and diaphoresis.
You have just been dispatched to...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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T-Bone: You’ll Never Please ’Em All
04/30/2005
It’s extremely rare for an EMT or paramedic to do a great job for somebody and actually get sued for their actions.
It’s extremely rare for an EMT or paramedic to do a great job for somebody and actually get sued for their actions.
It’s extremely rare for an EMT...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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A Profile of Lieutenant General Kevin C. Kiley, MD: U.S. Army Surgeon General
04/30/2005
Kiley was appointed to a four-year term as 41st surgeon general of the Army on September 30, 2004
Kiley was appointed to a four-year term as 41st surgeon general of the Army on September 30, 2004
Kiley was appointed to a...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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May 2005 Industry News
04/30/2005
Public Safety Equipment (PSE), the St. Louis, MO-based manufacturer of safety equipment, lighting and electronics for the construction and emergency response industries, has named Rodney Hightower president and CEO. Hightower, 45, most...
Public Safety Equipment (PSE), the St. Louis, MO-based manufacturer of safety equipment, lighting and electronics for the construction and emergency response industries, has named Rodney Hightower president and CEO. Hightower, 45, most...
Public Safety Equipment (PSE),...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Crash Course
04/30/2005
Sugar and caffeine are not the answer to the stress of your crazy schedule.
Sugar and caffeine are not the answer to the stress of your crazy schedule.
Sugar and caffeine are not the...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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2005’s First Ambulance Service-Related Advisory Opinion
04/30/2005
The Department of Health and Human Services concluded that it would not impose penalties against a city for an arrangement between the city and a private ambulance service.
The Department of Health and Human Services concluded that it would not impose penalties against a city for an arrangement between the city and a private ambulance service.
The Department of Health and...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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CAAS: The View From the Inside
04/30/2005
As the plane banked sharply out of Newark Airport, I was filled with a feeling that was part excitement and part trepidation and, for once, it wasn’t due to my fear of flying.
As the plane banked sharply out of Newark Airport, I was filled with a feeling that was part excitement and part trepidation and, for once, it wasn’t due to my fear of flying.
As the plane banked sharply out...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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May 2005 Letters
04/30/2005
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 Method Wars I am compelled to write by both the Jeff Price article, Turning Paramedics Into...
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 Method Wars I am compelled to write by both the Jeff Price article, Turning Paramedics Into...
We Want to Hear From You! Send...
04/30/2005
EMSWorld
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Work Injury
04/30/2005
Scene: Attack One responds to a report of a person injured at work.
Scene: Attack One responds to a report of a person injured at work.
Scene: Attack One responds to a...
04/30/2005
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As part of this initiative, the emergency services in Slovak capital Bratislava and Košice are spending about €8 million ($9.5 million) to buy some 65 ambulances under several acquisitions.
As part of this initiative, the emergency services in Slovak capital Bratislava and Košice are spending about €8 million ($9.5 million) to buy some 65 ambulances under several acquisitions.
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