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Pulmodyne airway management’s GO-PAP CPAP system.

October 25, 2022

Airway Management Supplies by Pulmodyne

Since 1985, Indianapolis-based Pulmodyne, Inc. has been on the cutting edge of high-quality airway management tools for emergency medicine, anesthesia, and home care. Let’s take…

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Example of a peripheral IV catheter.

August 31, 2022

The Different Types of IV Catheters

Intravenous catheters, also known as IV catheters, are essential for patient care in both hospital settings and on-site emergencies. Intravenous access (IV access) is required…

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Wound dressing on a patient.

August 30, 2022

The Right Dressing for Wound Care: Medical Gauze vs. Occlusive Dressing

Gauze and occlusive dressings are two types of wound dressings typically used to treat wounds. While both types of dressing serve the same purpose in…

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Patient using a nebulizer.

February 26, 2025

The Different Types of Nebulizers

Nebulizers are a form of inhaler that converts liquid medication into a fine mist inhaled by the patient. Nebulizers are used to treat respiratory conditions…

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Self-adhesive bandage wrap on a person’s limb.

August 30, 2022

The Uses For Self-Adhesive Bandage Wraps

Self-adhesive bandage wraps (also known as cohesive bandages or cohesive wraps) are common in first aid kits alongside other medical supplies that stick to themselves…

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Patients receiving care during a medical surge.

July 27, 2022

Keys to Medical Surge Preparedness

A medical surge is a sudden increase in demand for healthcare services that overwhelms the ability of an organization to keep up with patient needs….

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Essential airway management supplies.

October 11, 2024

Essential Airway Management Equipment

Airway management is a critical part of the patient care process; it’s essential that all healthcare workers, whether they’re nurses in a hospital or EMS…

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Trainee using an IV practice kit.

July 14, 2022

The Essential Parts of a Good IV Practice Kit

IV (intravenous) practice kits are one of the most important tools for a future phlebotomist, nursing student, or any medical student requiring venipuncture training. They…

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Selection of new and pre-owned ambulances.

July 14, 2022

New Ambulance or Pre-Owned: Which Should You Buy?

If your jurisdiction, fire department, or emergency medical services (EMS) department is looking to buy an ambulance, there are many options available. For example, you…

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Various different types of thermometers.

July 14, 2022

What Type of Thermometer Offers the Most Accurate Results?

Accurate temperature measurement relies on accurate tools. So, when healthcare providers need the best thermometer, what device do they use? There’s no simple answer, and…

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Image of a modern ventilator.

July 8, 2022

The Different Types of Ventilators

Ventilators are one of the most common tools in critical care, often seen in Intensive Care Units (ICUs). Healthcare professionals use ventilators to perform the…

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Supplies needed for emergency burn care.

July 8, 2022

How to Prepare for Emergency Burn Care

Burn care is a critical component of emergency medical services (EMS). Emergency care providers must prepare to treat any type of burn, from a minor…

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