Without thoroughly validating competencies through a variety of assessments, research, and other effective methods, organizations cannot significantly improve the quality of the services they provide to both the citizens and the visitors within their communities
2024 Executive Fire Officer and Leadership Symposium
The comprehensive study specifically examined in detail how various factors, such as race, gender, and rank, significantly influence this complex relationship. The substantial findings of this thorough research yielded valuable insights that can effectively guide development strategies aimed at cultivating a greater sense of inclusivity across different environments and organizations.
Diversity Fatigue
A comprehensive convergent parallel mixed-methods study was conducted to thoroughly examine the various attitudes of emergency medical services (EMS) stakeholders in the English-speaking Caribbean island of Barbados, specifically in reference to the influential framework outlined in the “EMS Agenda for the Future.” This research aimed to gather diverse perspectives and insights from key stakeholders in order to better understand the current state and future needs of EMS in the region.
EMS Stakeholders in Barbados
The adoption of etCO2 monitoring and the frequency of its use in prehospital settings continues to steadily increase. As the ongoing crisis involving heroin and other narcotics continues to significantly impact the lives of numerous patients, it becomes increasingly important that existing protocols are routinely updated. This ensures the implementation of the most effective treatment modalities, which include the incorporation of etCO2 readings as a crucial vital sign during patient assessment and care.
Predicting Response to Narcan
Paramedic program directors face the challenging task of balancing the limited time available to paramedic students during their clinical rotations and field learning experiences with the pressing need to accomplish required educational objectives. This challenge is further complicated by the necessity of providing students with a broad exposure to a diverse array of patient types and clinical scenarios.
Student performance on PRE4
Authors:
Edwards, Dale, University of Tasmania, Australia Smith, Hezedean, Global Emergency Services Consulting Group, USA. Eakes, Lindsay, University of New Mexico USA. Foat, Charles, Johnson County Community College, USA. Lanos, Chelsea, County of Renfrew Paramedic Service, Canada. Grondahl, Katie, Health Partners, Wisconsin, USA. Déziel, Jackson, Western Carolina University, USA. Lawler, Ron, Sanford Health EMS Education USA
A comprehensive presentation that meticulously examined data from the unique perspective of Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Responders was hosted by the National Alliance for Public Safety GIS (NAPSG) Foundation. This event aimed to highlight critical insights and enhance understanding of the challenges faced by these vital emergency responders.