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Immune System Disorders and EMS Considerations for Immunocompromised Patients
Understand how immunocompromised patients present differently, the risks they face, and how EMS providers should adapt their assessment and care.
Gynecological Emergencies: Prehospital Assessment and Management
Learn to assess and manage gynecological emergencies including vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, sexual assault response, and pregnancy-related conditions.
June 30, 2026
Neonatal Assessment and APGAR Scoring for EMS Providers
Learn to assess and resuscitate newborns in the field, including APGAR scoring, initial stabilization steps, and recognition of neonatal emergencies.
June 13, 2026
Patient Positioning Techniques: Choosing the Right Position for Every Patient
Learn the indications for each patient position in EMS, including supine, Fowler's, recovery, Trendelenburg, and left lateral recumbent positions.
May 3, 2026
Vital Signs Interpretation by Age Group: Normal Ranges for EMS Providers
Normal vital sign ranges vary significantly by age. Learn the expected heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure values for neonates through geriatric patients.
May 1, 2026
Geriatric Patient Considerations: Adapting Your EMS Assessment
Older adults present unique challenges in prehospital care. Learn how aging affects assessment findings, medication considerations, and communication strategies for geriatric patients.
April 25, 2026
Allergic Reactions vs. Anaphylaxis: How EMTs Differentiate and Treat
Understand the critical differences between mild allergic reactions and life-threatening anaphylaxis, including assessment findings, epinephrine administration, and transport priorities.
April 22, 2026
Pediatric Assessment Triangle: Rapid Assessment of Sick Children
Master the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT) for quick evaluation of pediatric patients. Covers appearance, work of breathing, circulation, and age-specific considerations.
February 28, 2026
Patient Assessment: Medical vs. Trauma Approach for the NREMT
Understand the difference between medical and trauma patient assessment approaches. Covers SAMPLE history, OPQRST, focused exam vs. rapid assessment, and when to use each.
February 10, 2026
Ongoing Assessment and Giving a Strong Handoff Report
Close the loop with reassessment and a clear verbal report.
March 4, 2025
Blood Glucose Assessment in Altered Mental Status
Why checking glucose is a routine step for many patients.
February 11, 2025
Secondary Assessment for the Medical Patient
Use focused history and physical exam to uncover the cause of illness.
January 21, 2025
The Pediatric Assessment Triangle
Assess a child from across the room with appearance, work of breathing, and circulation.
December 10, 2024
Lung Sounds: Wheezes, Crackles, Rhonchi, and Stridor
Link each breath sound to the condition most likely causing it.
November 20, 2024
Pupil Assessment: What PERRL and Abnormal Findings Mean
Interpret pupil size, equality, and reactivity correctly.
November 6, 2024
Skin Signs and Perfusion: Color, Temperature, and Moisture
Skin tells you a lot about circulation and oxygenation.
October 30, 2024
Rapid Trauma Assessment: DCAP-BTLS in Action
Perform a head-to-toe trauma exam quickly and thoroughly.
October 16, 2024
Glasgow Coma Scale Scoring Made Easy
Break the GCS into eye, verbal, and motor components.
October 9, 2024
Vital Sign Normal Ranges by Age Group
Memorize the ranges that appear again and again on the exam.
October 2, 2024
OPQRST: Assessing Pain and Medical Complaints
Use OPQRST to explore any symptom in a consistent way.
September 25, 2024
SAMPLE History: Getting the Full Story
A structured approach to collecting useful patient history.
September 18, 2024
The Primary Survey: Finding and Fixing Life Threats
Follow the sequence that identifies immediate threats to life.
September 11, 2024
Scene Size-Up Essentials: Safety Before Care
Never skip the steps that protect you and your crew.
September 4, 2024