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Targeted Temperature Management in Paediatric Traumatic Brain Injury

Don't Forget the Bubbles

in a 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; June 25, 2023. 2023; 173:158-166.e2. Although this can be beneficial initially, it also increases the risk of infectious complications and coagulopathy with prolonged hypothermia. What do the guidelines recommend? Kochanek et al.

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A Simplified Protocol for Intralipid Administration in the Emergency Dept.

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1-3 This cohort study included data from the National Ultrasound-Guided Nerve Block Registry, a retrospective multicenter observational registry encompassing procedures performed in 11 EDs in the US from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2023, of adult patients who underwent a UGNB.

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Simulation Training as a Strategy for Workforce Retention in EMS

JEMS

According to the 2024 Michigan Healthcare Workforce Index, a staggering 10-year shortage of paramedics between 2023 and 2033 will rise to 1,160 paramedics and 621 emergency medical technicians (EMTs). 2 Life support agency executives must overcome these challenges through the implementation of a strong retention plan.

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AmeriPro Health Bolsters Mississippi Presence with New Emergency Services Agreement in George County

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The George County Board of Supervisors approved the agreement, paving the way for an enhanced mutual aid partnership with neighboring Greene County after AmeriPro took over EMS services there in September 2023.

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The ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’—And the EMS Revenue Collapse No One’s Ready For

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However, the program concluded earlier than planned, ending on December 31, 2023, two years ahead of its scheduled five-year duration. 2023, July).  ET3 savings data supports EMS treatment in place legislation. National 2023, July 20). billion in revenue. of total EMS workups). Tax Policy and the Economy, 32, 135–172.

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Dispute Over Ambulance Service in CT Town: ‘It’s Really About Life or Death’

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For years, WEMSA had held the rights to be Wethersfield’s primary emergency medical provider, even though it didn’t have paramedics trained in advanced life support. Under a contract, Aetna sent paramedics to all of the most serious, life-threatening emergencies, and also handled the routine calls when WEMSA wasn’t available.