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burns
Feature Story
09/26/2025
Daniel Gerard, MS, RN, NRP
480,000 people in the United States suffer injuries from burns, with 45,000 hospitalized and upwards of 3,200 dying, each year; prehospital plasma may help outcomes.
480,000 people in the United States suffer injuries from burns, with 45,000 hospitalized and upwards of 3,200 dying, each year; prehospital plasma may help outcomes.
480,000 people in the United...
09/26/2025
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Sotair Safe BVM solution
News
09/24/2025
SafeBVM is offering 1 hour of CAPCE credit for its virtual workshop, set to take place Sept. 30, 2025.
SafeBVM is offering 1 hour of CAPCE credit for its virtual workshop, set to take place Sept. 30, 2025.
SafeBVM is offering 1 hour of...
09/24/2025
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Casey Bolin and the EMS team who saved his hand
News
09/24/2025
The Orangeburg Count EMS trained on the hemostatic gel just one week before implementing the technology in the real world.
The Orangeburg Count EMS trained on the hemostatic gel just one week before implementing the technology in the real world.
The Orangeburg Count EMS trained...
09/24/2025
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antibiotics
Feature Story
09/24/2025
James Careless
The antibiotics are included on ambulances for rapid administration when providers suspect sepsis or septic shock.
The antibiotics are included on ambulances for rapid administration when providers suspect sepsis or septic shock.
The antibiotics are included on...
09/24/2025
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illustration of the window of tolerance
Perspectives
09/23/2025
Sophie Fuller, NRP, CCP, AAS
The window of tolerance is the optimal zone where the nervous system can function and regulate effectively; different calls in EMS can affect each provider differently.
The window of tolerance is the optimal zone where the nervous system can function and regulate effectively; different calls in EMS can affect each provider differently.
The window of tolerance is the...
09/23/2025
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CSU logo
News
09/23/2025
The university added Maritime Safety and Wildland Fire Concentrations to it's course catalog.
The university added Maritime Safety and Wildland Fire Concentrations to it's course catalog.
The university added Maritime...
09/23/2025
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First Candle Logo
News
09/23/2025
First Candle's new program trains first responders on how to have effective conversations around safe sleep for infants.
First Candle's new program trains first responders on how to have effective conversations around safe sleep for infants.
First Candle's new program...
09/23/2025
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point of care ultrasound
News
09/23/2025
The ultrasound system allows paramedics to conduct live telemedicine consults with the department’s EMS medical directors, who can see the patient and ultrasound images in real-time.
The ultrasound system allows paramedics to conduct live telemedicine consults with the department’s EMS medical directors, who can see the patient and ultrasound images in real-time.
The ultrasound system allows...
09/23/2025
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EMS workers practice swiftwater rescue in New York
Feature Story
09/22/2025
Scott Shipley, OLY, PE, MS
From rooftop rescues to submerged vehicles, EMS teams can now train for the worst—without waiting for the next storm.
From rooftop rescues to submerged vehicles, EMS teams can now train for the worst—without waiting for the next storm.
From rooftop rescues to...
09/22/2025
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epinephrine vial
Feature
09/19/2025
Frances Hall, NREMT-P
When a patient fails to improve after an epinephrine injection in the field, assess the situation and don't be afraid to call for backup.
When a patient fails to improve after an epinephrine injection in the field, assess the situation and don't be afraid to call for backup.
When a patient fails to improve...
09/19/2025
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undercutting race to the bottom
Perspectives
09/18/2025
Andrew Perry, EMT
Increasingly, EMS companies are locked in a destructive race to the bottom—undercutting one another on price at the expense of patient care, provider sustainability, and community safety.
Increasingly, EMS companies are locked in a destructive race to the bottom—undercutting one another on price at the expense of patient care, provider sustainability, and community safety.
Increasingly, EMS companies are...
09/18/2025
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Multimedia

In recognition of EMS Week, Scott and Lisa DeBoer have put together a quick compilation of free resources designed to make your life a little easier and outcomes for kids a whole lot better—especially if you are a pediatric emergency care coordinator (PECC).
Videos
05/23/2025
Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, CEN, CCRN, CFRN
In recognition of EMS Week, Scott and Lisa DeBoer put together a quick compilation of free resources designed to make your life easier and outcomes for kids better—especially if you are a pediatric emergency care coordinator (PECC).
In recognition of EMS Week, Scott and Lisa DeBoer put together a quick compilation of free resources designed to make your life easier and outcomes for kids better—especially if you are a pediatric emergency care coordinator (PECC).
In recognition of EMS Week,...
05/23/2025
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ambulance rollover
Podcasts
03/03/2025
What began as a routine patient call in 2023 reshaped Ohio paramedic Jesse Sopko’s perspective on life and duty.
What began as a routine patient call in 2023 reshaped Ohio paramedic Jesse Sopko’s perspective on life and duty.
What began as a routine patient...
03/03/2025
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Plasma for TBI, dual sequential defibrillation, a new cardiac arrest “bundle,” distal femur IO, and comparable innovations will make EMS care in 10 years look much different than it does today.
Podcasts
01/10/2025
Plasma for TBI, dual sequential defibrillation, a new cardiac arrest “bundle,” distal femur IO, and comparable innovations will make EMS care in 10 years look much different than it does today.
Plasma for TBI, dual sequential defibrillation, a new cardiac arrest “bundle,” distal femur IO, and comparable innovations will make EMS care in 10 years look much different than it does today.
Plasma for TBI, dual sequential...
01/10/2025
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Ansell's First Responder 360-degree Tour
Videos
01/07/2025
First responders are often the first line of defense in chemical accidents, car rescue accidents, on-site drug exposures and more. Find out how Ansell’s hand and body PPE is used in our new 360° interactive tour.
First responders are often the first line of defense in chemical accidents, car rescue accidents, on-site drug exposures and more. Find out how Ansell’s hand and body PPE is used in our new 360° interactive tour.
First responders are often the...
01/07/2025
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Pediatric Video Tutorial: Sucking Chest Wounds
Videos
12/13/2024
Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CPEN, CEN, CCRN, CFRN
As the title implies, sadly these injuries are not just for big people on the battlefield anymore. What do you do if you don't have a commercial chest seal?
As the title implies, sadly these injuries are not just for big people on the battlefield anymore. What do you do if you don't have a commercial chest seal?
As the title implies, sadly...
12/13/2024
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Live From Expo 2024: NEMSQA: The 2024 Nicholas Rosecrans Award Winner
Podcasts
11/01/2024
Mike McCabe
The National EMS Quality Alliance (NEMSQA) was honored as this year’s prestigious Nicholas Rosecrans Award winner for their exceptional work on the Lights and Sirens Collaborative.
The National EMS Quality Alliance (NEMSQA) was honored as this year’s prestigious Nicholas Rosecrans Award winner for their exceptional work on the Lights and Sirens Collaborative.
The National EMS Quality...
11/01/2024
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Gathering of Eagles
Videos
11/01/2024
Marshall Frank on protocols for severe hypertension during pregnancy; Robert Dunne on Detroit’s designation as a Heart Safe community; Aileen Marty on Eastern equine encephalitis; and more.
Marshall Frank on protocols for severe hypertension during pregnancy; Robert Dunne on Detroit’s designation as a Heart Safe community; Aileen Marty on Eastern equine encephalitis; and more.
Marshall Frank on protocols for...
11/01/2024
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In today’s world, fear and confusion around fentanyl are prevalent, especially among those of us in emergency care.
Videos
10/29/2024
In today’s world, fear and confusion around fentanyl are prevalent, especially among those of us in emergency care.
In today’s world, fear and confusion around fentanyl are prevalent, especially among those of us in emergency care.
In today’s world, fear and...
10/29/2024
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Gathering of Eagles Meeting August 23, 2024:
Videos
10/18/2024
Jon Krohmer on proposed CMS modifications to reimbursement for whole blood delivery; Jeffrey Goodloe on the fiscal impact of hospital bed delays on EMS systems; Aileen Marty on long COVID research; and more.
Jon Krohmer on proposed CMS modifications to reimbursement for whole blood delivery; Jeffrey Goodloe on the fiscal impact of hospital bed delays on EMS systems; Aileen Marty on long COVID research; and more.
Jon Krohmer on proposed CMS...
10/18/2024
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Aileen Marty presents the latest research on monkeypox; Crawford Mechem updates the group on the latest opioid challenges in Philadelphia; Paul Pepe presents on whole blood delivery in Texas; Gam Wijetunge discusses new initiatives at NHTSA; and more.
Videos
10/18/2024
Aileen Marty on monkeypox; Crawford Mechem on the latest opioid challenges in Philadelphia; Paul Pepe on whole blood delivery in Texas; Gam Wijetunge on what's new at NHTSA; and more.
Aileen Marty on monkeypox; Crawford Mechem on the latest opioid challenges in Philadelphia; Paul Pepe on whole blood delivery in Texas; Gam Wijetunge on what's new at NHTSA; and more.
Aileen Marty on monkeypox;...
10/18/2024
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Perspectives

illustration of the window of tolerance
Perspectives
09/23/2025
Sophie Fuller, NRP, CCP, AAS
The window of tolerance is the optimal zone where the nervous system can function and regulate effectively; different calls in EMS can affect each provider differently.
The window of tolerance is the optimal zone where the nervous system can function and regulate effectively; different calls in EMS can affect each provider differently.
The window of tolerance is the...
09/23/2025
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undercutting race to the bottom
Perspectives
09/18/2025
Andrew Perry, EMT
Increasingly, EMS companies are locked in a destructive race to the bottom—undercutting one another on price at the expense of patient care, provider sustainability, and community safety.
Increasingly, EMS companies are locked in a destructive race to the bottom—undercutting one another on price at the expense of patient care, provider sustainability, and community safety.
Increasingly, EMS companies are...
09/18/2025
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sign post of self care
Perspectives
09/05/2025
Jason Fox, NREMT-P
If you want a long, meaningful, and impactful career in EMS, fire, or public safety in general, you have to believe that self-care is not selfish—it’s survival.
If you want a long, meaningful, and impactful career in EMS, fire, or public safety in general, you have to believe that self-care is not selfish—it’s survival.
If you want a long, meaningful,...
09/05/2025
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Ellie with big stick
Perspectives
09/03/2025
Mike Rubin
Mike Rubin shares how pet ownership has transformed his post-EMS life.
Mike Rubin shares how pet ownership has transformed his post-EMS life.
Mike Rubin shares how pet...
09/03/2025
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Eye doctor showing parts of the eye
Perspectives
08/06/2025
Mike Rubin
Mike Rubin shares his experience with open-angle glaucoma and advocates for others to have regular eye exams.
Mike Rubin shares his experience with open-angle glaucoma and advocates for others to have regular eye exams.
Mike Rubin shares his experience...
08/06/2025
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Seal of the US Social Security Administration
Perspectives
07/15/2025
Mike Rubin
In this month's column, Mike outlines his worries about crucial programs for seniors.
In this month's column, Mike outlines his worries about crucial programs for seniors.
In this month's column, Mike...
07/15/2025
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Seat belts keep both patient and provider safe
Perspectives
07/14/2025
Dick Blanchet, BS, MBA; Samantha Greene
Sometimes a situation demands difficult conversations with the patient or their family.
Sometimes a situation demands difficult conversations with the patient or their family.
Sometimes a situation demands...
07/14/2025
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sign post of employee engagement
Perspectives
07/08/2025
Michael Heidbreder, FP-C, NRP, EMT-P
True employee engagement requires a shift in thinking to what matters to the employee versus what matters to management.
True employee engagement requires a shift in thinking to what matters to the employee versus what matters to management.
True employee engagement...
07/08/2025
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cumulative trauma
Feature Story
07/02/2025
Jason Fox, NREMT-P
In EMS and public safety, trauma rarely comes in a single, defining moment, but the little moments add up to something greater.
In EMS and public safety, trauma rarely comes in a single, defining moment, but the little moments add up to something greater.
In EMS and public safety, trauma...
07/02/2025
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Perspectives
07/01/2025
Reg James
An emerging toll to meet the demands of value-based care is mobile integrated healthcare—a model of care delivery that brings clinical and ancillary services directly to members in their homes or community settings.
An emerging toll to meet the demands of value-based care is mobile integrated healthcare—a model of care delivery that brings clinical and ancillary services directly to members in their homes or community settings.
An emerging toll to meet the...
07/01/2025
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09/21/2018
Ever wish you could wear shorts to make those 90 degree day shifts a little more bearable? Cast your vote!
Ever wish you could wear shorts to make those 90 degree day shifts a little more bearable? Cast your vote!
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09/21/2018
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Poll
07/24/2018
The cumulative trauma first responders witness on a regular basis can take its toll.
The cumulative trauma first responders witness on a regular basis can take its toll.
The cumulative trauma first...
07/24/2018
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Introduction: The advent of online education has opened the door to novel training options. However, it is unclear if online programs can match the success of their traditional counterpar...
10/27/2020
Background: For paramedic students to be situationally aware, they must identify a situation, interpret the situation, and then be able to predict how that information will affect future ...
10/27/2020
Introduction: Student performance has been documented to be dependent on size, socioeconomic status, and attendance, yet not on other classmates’ performance. This study seeks to determin...
10/27/2020
Introduction: A lack of standardization among paramedic programs has long been identified as one of the most significant problems in prehospital education. One example of this lack of sta...
10/27/2020
Hypothesis: A short survey of clinical questions and student perceptions can be used to identify student outcomes on the NREMT cognitive EMT exam.
10/27/2020
Introduction: The flipped classroom methodology is based on students gaining first exposure to new material outside of class, followed by the assimilation of that knowledge through in-cla...
10/27/2020

CE Articles

Education/Training
08/20/2021
Brian J. Potter, MS, ATC, NREMT, MDCM
Know the main injury threats athletes can face.
Know the main injury threats athletes can face.
Know the main injury threats...
08/20/2021
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Education/Training
06/28/2021
Sandy Hunter, PhD, NRP, NREMT-P
Being prepared can ease stress and help you work with these patients and their caregivers.
Being prepared can ease stress and help you work with these patients and their caregivers.
Being prepared can ease stress...
06/28/2021
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Education
05/28/2021
Simon Taxel, BA, NRP
What should you know when regular sedation isn’t cutting it?
What should you know when regular sedation isn’t cutting it?
What should you know when...
05/28/2021
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Education/Training
04/30/2021
Michael W. Supples, MD, NRP, EMT-I; Austin N. Baraki, MD
Risks, prevention, and how departments can help.
Risks, prevention, and how departments can help.
Risks, prevention, and how...
04/30/2021
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CE Article: Death Communication—What We've Failed to Teach
Education
03/01/2021
Alexandra Jabr, MS, EMT-P
There’s nothing optional about the reality of confronting it on scene.
There’s nothing optional about the reality of confronting it on scene.
There’s nothing optional about...
03/01/2021
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