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Monthly Archives: February 2013
5 Ways to Pad Your Spineboard
When I was first trained in EMS, we were taught and graded on padding the voids between the spine board and body during spinal immobilization. Humans have contours in their spine. Padding helps improve patient comfort. Forcing patients to lie … Continue reading
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How Not to Start an IV
Today I spent my second day in a row as a pin cushion. The phlebotomy tech was so bad, being dangerous was his best ambition. Yesterday I gave up trying to give him a blood sample. After several attempts I asked him … Continue reading
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New McGrath MAC EMS
The new McGrath MAC EMS will be at EMS Today in Washington D.C. March 7th. It is an EMS optimized video-laryngoscope. It is visually distinguished by its Red color and supported by a team of EMS professionals. Several of the … Continue reading
Tips for Healthy Eating in a Mobile Work Environment
Eating On The Go – Top Tips for Healthy Eating in a Mobile Working Environment by Jennifer Sharpe With many paramedics working between 12-24 hour shifts, it can be a long day for them and their stomachs. The nature of the … Continue reading
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A Look Inside the Design
A Look Inside the Design of the B2 Paramedic Helmet Head protection for EMS based on safety science The new B2 Paramedic Helmet is purpose-built for EMS. It is lightweight and low profile for use in confined quarters. It protects … Continue reading
Head Protection: Simple and Effective
Protecting ourselves from head injuries is a no brainer EMS News in Focus by Art Hsieh If you work in a system like mine, you probably were issued a helmet for use during extrication or other “hazardous” incidents. That’s great … Continue reading
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Everyday Heroes Expo 2013 in Las Vegas
The Every Day Heroes 2013 Expo is a conference held in Las Vegas showcasing the latest products and services for EMS, Fire Departments, Law Enforcement & Military Professionals. This will be the first year of all four divisions of Fire, … Continue reading
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