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Video: Remember Two Things About Lifting and Moving

In the latest installment of the Remember Two Things video series the host, Steve Whitehead, talks about the importance of asking for help. Have you found a good way to ask for lifting help?  What worked well for me was self-deprecating humor. In a casual and light hearted way I would say something like, “Look […]

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Posts Outside the Service Area: Tips, Reviews, and Recommendations

I compiled this post in March but never posted it because of the transition to the EMS Blogs Network. There is some really great information in these posts. Enjoy. The Unwired Medic shares with readers the EMS blogs that he recommends. Visit his list and add your own recommendations in the post comments. With EMS […]

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Video: 2 Things About Laptop ePCRs

Remember 2 Things from Steve Whitehead focuses on the laptop computer and the ePCR. ParamedicTV is powered by EMS1.com I would add: 1. If you are wearing gloves that have touched the patient you shouldn’t be using the laptop. 2. Secure or stow the laptop when it is not in use. Like anything else it […]

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February Posts Outside the Service Area: Paramedic Refresher

I have nearly completed the requirements for my paramedic refresher which has included health care provider certification, ACLS certification, PALS certification, classroom lectures, skill labs, and patient simulators. In addition I have been looking for articles and books on topics I want to learn more. While answering a patient scenario question about OB emergencies for […]

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EMS Education Tips

Video: What to do when you miss an IV

From the excellent “Remember 2 Things Video Series” by Steve Whitehead at EMS1.com ParamedicTV is powered by EMS1.com Some other things to consider: 1. Visualize how success will look and feel on your next attempt 2. Take a few cleansing deep breaths 3. Relax your shoulders, arms, and wrists 4. Reassess the need for an […]

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Video: 2 Stethoscope Tips

From the outstanding “Remember Two Things” series by Steve Whitehead on EMS1.com ParamedicTV is powered by EMS1.com

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Posts Outside the Service Area: 60 Days Until the End of the Year

Another year is zipping by. Rather incredible. I have a busy schedule between now and the end of year with trips to Baltimore, New York City, Las Vegas, and Kansas City. Plus two holidays and deer camp! What are your plans for the end of the year? What kind of EMS organization do you work […]

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Posts Outside the Service Area: The Changing of the Seasons Edition

Each month I try to collect/curate articles of interest to me that you might find interesting as well. Enjoy reading. I am outside playing in a leaf pile. Early in the month, fresh off an outstanding EMS World Expo, Dave Konig shared the Ultimate Social Media Protocol by riffing off the ultimate EMS protocol written […]

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Video: Identify and Treat Sepsis

The latest video in the EMS1.com “2 Things” video series from Steve Whitehead. Early identifcation and early resuscitation. Great stuff Steve! ParamedicTV is powered by EMS1.com

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Posts Outside the Service Area: the End of Summer

Great Stuff Cooking in EMS In the last two years the attention to safety from field providers to policy makers has increased exponentially. The Podmedic, Jamie Davis, and Carissa O’brien provided excellent video blogging coverage of the EMS Culture of Safety Conference. The Unwired Medic explains why ePocrates is the best app he has ever […]