EMT Training

Emergency Medical Technicians - ParamedicsWhen You Call 911this presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training

1EmergenciesAccidentsAllergic reactionsBleeding, uncontrolled Breathing difficultyBroken bones BurnsHeart attackOverdoseStrokeUnconsciousnessthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training2Emergency Medical Service ProvidersCity or county government Fire departmentHospitalPrivate ambulance serviceOr a combination of the aboveEMS care is essential!this presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training3Emergency Medical Service RespondersParamedicsEMT-I - Emergency Medical Technicians - IntermediateEMT - Emergency Medical Technicians - BasicECA - Emergency Care Attendantsthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training4Emergency Medical Service DispatchersWhen you call 911, an Emergency Medical Services Dispatcher will answer.

this presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training5Emergency Medical Service Dispatcher DutiesSoothe the callerGet needed information about the emergencySend the Emergency Medical crew to the scene of the emergencyMay give the caller instructions to help stabilize the patient until help arrivesthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training6EMS providers respond to emergency scenes in several ways:First Responders generally smaller, quick vehicles that can easily negotiate traffic. Equipped with basic first aid tools. Ambulances Mobile ICUs. Equipped with advanced life saving supplies and equipment. Transports patient. Aircraft Includes fixed-wing or helicopters. For quick and/or long distance transportation.Fire Engines Carry equipment for heavy rescue and extrication. For example: Jaws of Lifethis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training7Emergency DepartmentsMedical care continues when the patient arrives at the Emergency Department.

this presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training

8Features of Emergency DepartmentsPhysicians trained in Emergency MedicineNurses trained for trauma care Support personnel Emergency Medical TechniciansX-ray TechniciansRespiratory TechniciansSpecialized trauma equipmentthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical training9Cardiopulmonary resuscitationthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingBegin rescue breathingBegin chest compressionsCall 911

Remember the abcs of CPR:Airway,Breathing,Circulation 10Why study first aidthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingInjury and illness occur dailyBasic knowledge can help I you are the first on the scene of an accident or serious illnessYour reaction may improve the victims chance of recoveryEmergenciesthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingBleedingShockFractures and Dislocations PoisoningCPRBleedingthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingApply pressure to woundUse a clean Bandage Elevate injured extremityApply pressure to slow bleeding Call 911Shockthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingLay the patient downElevate patients legsMaintain patients body temperatureMonitor breathing Provide fresh airCall 911 CPRthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingAirwayBreathingcirculationIf patient does not respond, call 911Web resourcesthis presentation is not intended as a substitute for professional medical trainingAMERICAN RED CROSSAmerican heart associationKids health