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Supraglottic Airway Devices: How They Work
Supraglottic airways (SGAs) are devices used to secure the airway in an adult patient who is unable to maintain an open airway. SGAs are also…
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Buying Refurbished AED Monitors for Cardiac Devices
Automated external defibrillators (AED) are essential pieces of medical equipment for the treatment of sudden cardiac arrest. But for many organizations, the cost of a…
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Effective EMS Natural Disaster Response
Natural disasters strike every year and can cause significant damage to communities. As a result, emergency services personnel have to be prepared for these situations…
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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