This Week in EMS: New Studies in Cardiac Arrest
A new study of more than 20,000 recent cardiac arrest cases has demonstrated considerable variation in survival rates depending on location.
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A new study of more than 20,000 recent cardiac arrest cases has demonstrated considerable variation in survival rates depending on location.
Another new study suggests guidelines to help rescuers determine which cardiac arrest victims might benefit from care, to reduce futile efforts on those who have no chance of survival.
For further details visit: Study Looks at Location Link to Cardiac Survival and Cardiac Arrest Study May Help EMS Crews and ERs. For related content from EMS Magazine visit Cardiac Arrest Management: Part 1 and Part 2.
Detailed accounts emerged this week following the disastrous Sept. 12 California train collision that killed 26 people, making it the nation's deadliest rail disaster in 15 years.
A photographic overview by the California Public Utilities Commission is available as a PDF.
Other follow-ups come from scene responders and trauma center physicians. According to Dr. Marc Eckstein, medical director for the Los Angeles Fire Department, "I have never seen so much carnage like this in one place in my career."
Read more at California Trauma Centers Detail Train Crash Aftermath and Los Angeles ER Physician Recounts Train Disaster.
Industry News:
Porsche Delivers Emergency Medical Vehicles to German Fire Service
The City of Stuttgart has taken delivery of two serially-produced white Cayennes which were converted according to the specifications of the Fire Service. The interiors were remodeled to accommodate medical equipment, and the vehicles were fitted with voice radio and radio data transmission, blue light bars, sirens and GPS. And for the first time, innovative signals will be used to warn others that the emergency medics are on their way.
Featured Column:
"It is well known that the actions of an individual not only impact that person, but can also impact the entire team. This applies to EMS," writes EMS management columnist Paul Murphy. "The ability to work with various team members is critical in promoting success on projects or running calls."
Featured Job:
EMS Quality Improvement/Trauma Coordinator -- San Joaquin County, CA
An ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of emergency medical services systems, proven analytical skills, and be able to create strong working relationships with local agencies and providers.
Click for details and visit www.EMSResponder.com/jobs for additional listings including:
- Various Positions -- A.T.S. Medical Services, Inc. (Northern IL)
- Division Chief/EMS -- Boise, ID
- EMTs and Paramedics -- Cabell County and the city of Huntington, WV
Featured Forum Thread:
"Went on a call the other day for a 95yo lady with generalized weakness. Assessment found 4:1 A-flutter on the monitor, with a ventricular rate of 48," begins forum user firemedicgm. After detailing the call he asks, "Any other thoughts? What other options would I have?"
Click above to read this discussion, or browse the forums at www.emsresponder.com/forums.
Poll Question:
Do you ever have patients reluctant to accept care because they fear the cost?
Click to participate, and view previous polls at www.EMSResponder.com/polls.
Reminders:
Call for Registration: EMS EXPO 2008!
Registration is open for EMS EXPO 2008. The conference takes place October 13-17 in Las Vegas, NV. Register now to guarantee your placement in limited classes.
To submit case studies for possible review in EMS Magazine, e-mail Nancy.Perry@cygnusb2b.com.
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