Emergency Medical Services (EMS) stand as the first line of defense in times of crises, providing rapid and expert care during medical emergencies. Comprising paramedics and EMTs, EMS professionals are equipped to deliver pre-hospital care, administer life-saving interventions, and facilitate swift transportation to healthcare facilities. The crucial nature of their work necessitates continuous training, state-of-the-art equipment, and seamless coordination with hospital teams. EMS embodies the essence of urgency and precision, playing a pivotal role in reducing morbidity and mortality associated with time-sensitive medical conditions. Their commitment to swift, effective, and compassionate care makes EMS an indispensable component of the healthcare ecosystem. EMS providers adhere to legal and ethical standards, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and documentation of care. They operate within the scope of their training and licensure. EMS services leverage technology, such as electronic patient care records (ePCR), telemedicine, and real-time communication systems, to enhance efficiency and communication during emergencies.
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Emma Gitomer, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Title : Reaching our residents: An interdisciplinary approach to educating our future providers in the art of telephone triage
Cori Brown, Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia, United States
Title : Turn the heat around: Quality improvement in malignant hyperthermia response through in-situ simulation
Ayumi S Fielden, Houston Methodist Hospital, United States
Title : PTSD and tools for nursing resilience
Renee Bauer, Indiana State University, United States
Title : Birth partnerships: Enhancing nursing care with doula support
Vera Kevic, Doulas on Bikes, Canada
Title : Shift strong: A proactive stress-physiology framework for early identification of nurse distress
Laura Hall, Colorado Mesa University, United States