How your CQI program defines successful clinical practices
EMS1 SponsoredNow that your system has purchased, trained, developed processes, and implemented capnography; what process do you have in place to ensure this tool is being used as efficiently and effectively as possible? By Chris Cebollero Capnography has become part of the standard of care for many of the patients we encounter....
3 things to know about capnography and advanced airways
Bob SullivanEMS1.com ColumnistsUnderstand how using end-tidal carbon dioxide to confirm placement of advanced airways and guide patient care Placement of an advanced airway device in critically ill and injured patients is a high-risk procedure, and permanent disability or death is likely if the airway is misplaced and not recognized....
AHA CPR guidelines: What the 2015 ACLS updates mean for EMS providers
Kenny NavarroEMS1.com ColumnistsIn-depth insights into the expert recommendations for medications, airway insertion and confirmation, defibrillation and post-arrest careThe 2015 American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines Update for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) is a science-based document...
