Spinal immobilization is one of the most common procedures performed in a prehospital setting. In recent years, emergency medical services (EMS) personnel and patients have benefitted from new research that provides more data on the appropriate … Read More

Military hospitals have existed since the Roman Empire, but the modern concept of a field hospital (i.e., a temporary structure serving as a mobile medical unit that takes care of casualties on-site) has only existed since … Read More

In a mass casualty incident or significant chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive event, the available oxygen supply may be depleted before healthcare providers can complete treatment. The reasons for the shortfall of oxygen administration devices … Read More

Following your vehicle’s maintenance schedule as described in the owner’s manual is an essential part of keeping it running smoothly and safely. And, if that vehicle is an ambulance or emergency response vehicle, then scheduled maintenance … Read More

A bleeding control kit is a well-equipped collection of supplies that has been specifically customized for treating severe bleeding injuries. Bleeding control is a type of first aid that helps stop the bleed following a patient’s … Read More

Trauma patients that present with potential spinal injuries deliver a unique set of challenges for emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and first responders when applying prehospital care. The most important factor, though, is keeping the victim immobilized … Read More

Field triage is a critical aspect of a mass casualty event to determine the level of care each patient needs. Both medical directors and local leaders need to have a plan and a trauma system for … Read More

In this era of instant communication, Philips is a leader in connecting facility- and hospital-based healthcare providers with emergency medical services (EMS) personnel out in the field or in any prehospital setting. Philips Intellispace Corsium delivers … Read More

When seconds count, you have to work as fast as you can. For a first responder, a seconds-long delay can be the difference between life or death. Firefighters, ambulance crews, and EMTs need a hard-working equipment … Read More

Whether it’s at the gym, an automobile accident, or on a battlefield, the Philips Tempus Pro Monitor is ready to help emergency medical services (EMS) save lives. Philips is dedicated to assisting medical personnel in prehospital … Read More

A laryngoscope is an optical device that makes it possible for the user to see, observe and diagnose a patient’s upper airways. With this knowledge, a doctor or healthcare provider can better diagnose issues of the … Read More