Sepsis Treatment in the Field: What EMS Providers Need to Know
A sepsis diagnosis doesn’t come with lights or sirens. But once early signs appear, it’s time to act fast. Each minute and each milliliter you administer makes a measurable difference in patient outcomes. Why EMS Has a Critical Role in Sepsis Survival Sepsis survival is all about timing. Hospital protocols rely on early antibiotics, fluid […]
Inside the Inflammatory Storm: How Sepsis Progresses
You’ve probably heard that sepsis is “the body’s overreaction to infection.” Sounds simple enough, right?What that really means is the immune system takes a hard left, goes into overdrive, and starts wrecking the house it’s trying to protect.Sepsis isn’t just an infection. It’s a self-inflicted meltdown. In this post, we’re pulling back the curtain on […]
Sepsis 101: How to Recognize Red Flags Before It’s Too Late
You show up to a call for weakness and fever. The patient is 74. She’s had a cough for a few days and now seems confused. Her skin is warm, flushed, and damp. Her heart rate is 112. BP is 96 systolic. She’s breathing 26 times a minute. Is this just the flu? Or is […]
Why the NREMT Wants You to Think, Not Just Know
NREMT questions are built using a structure called Bloom’s Taxonomy a framework educators use to measure different levels of thinking. We will save you the boring educational psychology lesson and jump right into the important parts. Most of what you’ll see on the exam comes from these three levels of the hierarchy: Application: Use what you […]
Fatal Dysrhythmias Every EMT Should Know (And What to Do About Them)
If you’ve ever stared at a monitor, wondering what those squiggly lines look like and if what you’re seeing is a normal or a bad rhythm, this post is for you! You don’t need to be a paramedic to recognize a life-threatening cardiac rhythm. Today’s EMTs are increasingly expected to place 12-lead cables, assist with […]
12-Lead ECG Placement Made Simple
Whether you’re working toward your EMS certification or just trying not to embarrass yourself with wires and stickers mid-call, nowadays knowing how to place a 12-lead ECG correctly is a foundational EMS skill. And let’s be real, it is only 10 stickers. Let’s break down how it works, why it matters, and how to get […]
5 Easy Steps to Renew Your Lapsed NREMT Certification
Understanding the renewal process can be challenging, especially if your certification has lapsed. Many students ask if and how they can regain their certifications after it has lapsed. Please refer to our comprehensive, step-by-step guide on renewing your lapsed NREMT certification. What Does a Lapsed Certification Mean? A lapsed NREMT certification means that your certification […]
Flight Medical Provider™: A Ground and Flight Critical Care Guide
Our staff of experienced flight paramedics and nurses have taken difficult concepts and put them in an easy-to-understand format. We have created a top-notch resource for EMS providers using the most up-to-date literature and evidence-based practice. Preparing to take care of high-acuity patients in resource-and space-limited situations is what it takes to become a Flight […]
The IKEA Model – Mentorship & Success
Guidance, leadership, influence, role model, and experience. We could go on with what the characteristics and benefits of a mentor are. These words define the qualities of a good mentor. The true purpose of a mentor is not to be a cheat sheet to success. A good mentor is there to assist you with the […]
PHANTASi Trial: Prehospital Antibiotics vs Sepsis
Background Antibiotics are one of the cornerstones of therapy in the treatment of sepsis/septic shock, however, according to the Surviving Sepsis Campaign (SSC) guidelines, time to antibiotics is a core measure, though there is weak evidence in support of this. Most of the evidence supporting this is based off retrospective studies that showed delays in […]