Stroke Care
The EMS1 stroke topic contains news, research analysis, training and takeaways on EMS stroke assessment and treatment of both ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke.
A University of Michigan study uncovers significant delays in stroke alerts for Black patients, despite equal presentation of symptoms
When the conditions are ripe, the distinction between intoxication and a diabetic emergency can easily be blurred
Here’s a breakdown of differences in Bell’s palsy and stroke symptoms and prehospital care differences
EMS agencies face significant geographic, racial and income-based disparities, impacting response times and patient care
New study shows risk remains elevated for years after a COVID-19 infection, especially for those with certain blood types.
OneWeight is the first patient scale specifically designed for use with ambulance gurneys
Data from 600,000 stroke patients nationwide shows EMS providers were 20% less likely to give prehospital notification for Black patients
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Point Pleasant Fire Department enhances EMS with Hinckley Medical’s OneWeight ambulance gurney scale
OneWeight’s two-button design is easy to use, allowing providers to obtain accurate weight measurements with minimal training quickly
The lawsuit highlighted St. Paul medics reporting manifestations of Parkinson’s disease and obtaining a refusal from a patient who can’t read or speak English
A decentralized mobile telemedicine system is rectifying care disparities in rural Georgia
NAEMSP and NATA recommend a cool first, transport second approach to exertional heat stroke treatment with cold water immersion therapy
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New graphics, a CT scanner and equipment for testing and treatment have been added to Houston’s Mobile Stroke Unit
By working on prescription compliance, smoking cessation and other risk factors, community medics can make a difference in the lives of stroke patients
Lessons learned from implementation of a telestroke program
MindRhythm’s device, Harmony, is a feasible tool for use in the prehospital setting
Monitoring AVPU and other vital signs will help determine if the patient is improving, worsening or responding to treatment
The Micro-X Head CT is intended for use in ambulances, allowing for immediate stroke diagnosis
Reframe your thinking to get patients with atypical neurologic emergency symptoms immediate care
Officials identify several reasons for patient surge in Oahu emergency departments
EPISODE-hEadpulse for Ischemic StrOke DEtection Prehospital, is a large, EMS based study that included 6 states, 17 hospitals, and 14 EMS facilities
Learn common triggers, assessment findings, and the different phases and classifications of seizures
Challenge your expertise on stroke, seizures, shock and more
Nine interactive scenarios designed to enhance your understanding of seizures, strokes and common acute patient presentations
The University of Birmingham team will evaluate saliva, blood and urine samples in those with suspected stroke
Zayn suffers from hypoplastic left heart syndrome which puts him at high risk for a stroke
HELP training is a new program offered to houses of worship and religious community groups
The call volume has been increasing every year and includes more than drug-related overdoses
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