Posted on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:42:12 UTC

Every radio needs power to operate. Batteries make up the biggest power source and therefore cause the most problems. When you put a new battery in service, how many of you follow the manufacturers recommendations?

Posted on Thu, 5 Aug 2010 18:24:17 UTC

All EMS services are responsible and accountable to a group of stakeholders. The specific names of these stakeholders vary from service to service, but in general your service routinely reports to some sort of ownership group, advisory board, board of directors, or governmental commission.

Posted on Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:53:22 UTC

The better the community's organizations and its citizens understanding of the strengths and limitations of their EMS system, the more realistic the community's expectations will be during an actual emergency.

Posted on Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:43:07 UTC

Treatment for stroke involves thrombolytic therapy. This can only properly be done in the hospital. There is a narrow window for treatment to take place, and that requires prehospital providers to take quick and rapid action.

Posted on Mon, 24 May 2010 20:38:18 UTC

Pre-planning tips for EMS providers were highlighted during a session at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis last month.

Posted on Tue, 18 May 2010 21:32:11 UTC

I really like the theme for EMS Week 2010 – Anytime, Anywhere, We'll be There – because it reflects the importance of personal and organizational readiness. Here are a few of my ideas for taking inventory and making a plan to live the theme of EMS Week for the rest of the year.

Posted on Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:34:20 UTC

With funding and staffing on the line during a downturn in the economy, connecting with the public is as crucial as ever.

Posted on Tue, 13 Apr 2010 20:18:27 UTC

Articles about ambulance theft pop-up just enough on EMS1.com to convince me that theft is an actual problem that could happen anytime and anywhere.

Posted on Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:14:17 UTC

Assessing mental status in infants and toddlers is more complex than adults because they generally can't tell the date, time, precise location, or preceding events.

Posted on Wed, 17 Feb 2010 21:14:34 UTC

Have you ever wasted time to check a vehicle that has already been examined? Start using blue tape and that will no longer be a problem.