EMT Paramedic

A comprehensive study of skills and knowledge needed for Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic certification exams.

Patient AssessmentAirway ManagementBasic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Trauma ManagementPharmacology for Paramedics
Managing Medical EmergenciesPrehospital Child and Infant CareEffective Team Communication
Test-Taking Skills for EMT/Paramedic ExamsManaging Exam Stress
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Practical Applications

Managing Medical Emergencies

Responding to Common Medical Crises

EMTs and paramedics encounter a wide range of medical emergencies, from heart attacks to diabetic crises.

Approach

  • Remain calm and follow protocols.
  • Quickly assess and prioritize life threats.
  • Initiate treatment based on assessment and patient needs.

Common Scenarios

  • Cardiac Arrest
  • Stroke
  • Diabetic Emergencies
  • Seizures

Real-World Value

Effective management often determines patient outcomes and survival rates.

Examples

  • An elderly man becomes unresponsive; the EMT starts CPR and calls for advanced support.

  • A child with low blood sugar receives glucose gel and is monitored en route to the hospital.

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Prehospital Child and Infant Care