The EMS Today Hands-on Experience is in its third year as a one-of-a-kind experience of interactive learning lab and clinical challenge. Participants visit formative scenario learning labs, where as a group they will use the latest equipment, supplies, and technology to demonstrate real-life simulation training. These formative group labs provide a ...
It’s official. As of January 31, 2019, all CPR manikins used in American Heart Association (AHA) adult CPR courses must feature an instrumented directive feedback device (IDFD). Devices such as these provide real-time, audio-visual feedback as the CPR is being performed, allowing student performance to be evaluated in an immediate and ongoing ...
We are always aware of being thankful for first responders, especially our EMS cohorts. This year, after working with Ross/West View EMS, we learned of some not-so-obvious reasons to be thankful for them, too. Many first responders take on roles that you don't see every day, but which inform their skills and care. Sure, we recognize the blue ...
Standardized participants (SPs) for simulation scenarios can be sourced from a variety of places. If a school of nursing is at a college or university with a theater program, they may ask for volunteers from drama classes, even offering class credits. SPs can be volunteers from other educational programs, from EMS and pharmacy to nursing. At a conference ...
Treating bariatric patients can be challenging. Patients with obesity may delay seeing a healthcare provider for routine medical care.