.@drjimaugustine reiterating that there are three orders of 911 calls:
1st - Patient calls for themselves
2nd - Patient family/friend calls
3rd - Good Samaritan calls
First order requires a significantly more thorough evaluation #GatheringEagles18
Use ETCO2 waveform even in just BVM use. Flat top means good seal and ventilation effort. Non-flat top revisit mask seal, airway positioning, OPA/NPA use. #GatheringEagles18
Improving patient outcomes is the end goal. EMS agencies should know which hospitals in their area actually improve outcomes for time critical diagnosis. https://t.co/MhAsJ7683w
EMS Medical Directors across the country are mandating hospitals meet guidelines and report metrics on TIme Critical patients to determine hospitals that will and WON’T be receiving their patients!!! #GatheringEagles18