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Workplace AEDs: What to Consider When Choosing a Device
October 19, 2022
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the most common cause of death in the United States and can strike anytime. This means that every workplace and organization can benefit from having an onsite Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Mass Care Preparedness: Critical Supplies for First Responders
October 17, 2022
When emergencies and disasters strike, first responders are there on the scene. However, after the initial response is over, there is another critical phase of emergency management known as mass care: when victims of the disaster
Supraglottic Airway Devices: How They Work
September 2, 2022
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 referred to as extraglottic or periglottic devices. These devices are often
Buying Refurbished AED Monitors for Cardiac Devices
September 2, 2022
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 new AED can be prohibitive. That’s why some organizations consider the
Effective EMS Natural Disaster Response
September 2, 2022
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 to respond quickly and effectively. When local authorities are unprepared for
Airway Management Supplies by Pulmodyne
September 2, 2022
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 a look at some of the Pulmodyne airway management medical devices
The Different Types of IV Catheters
August 25, 2022
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 for procedures such as fluid or nutrition administration, chemotherapy, and blood
The Right Dressing for Wound Care: Medical Gauze vs. Occlusive Dressing
August 21, 2022
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 promoting wound healing, they differ in many ways. This article will
The Different Types of Nebulizers
August 15, 2022
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 such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), as
The Uses For Self-Adhesive Bandage Wraps
August 2, 2022
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 without needing gauze pads or medical tape. Self-adhesive bandage wraps are
Keys to Medical Surge Preparedness
July 27, 2022
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. Medical surges are triggered at any time by incidents like natural
Essential Airway Management Equipment
July 27, 2022
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 staff in the field, understand the process. They also must be
