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Here are some print books pertaining to Anatomy, Physiology, EMS, EMT, and Paramedics:
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Gray's Anatomy by Call Number: Reference QM23.2 .G73 2016ISBN: 9780702052309Publication Date: 2015-09-25 -
Essential Clinical Anatomy by Call Number: Stacks QM23.2 .M673 2015ISBN: 9781451187496Publication Date: 2014-03-01 -
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Pocket Anatomy and Physiology by Call Number: Stacks QM23.2 .A85 2016ISBN: 9781438009056Publication Date: 2016-11-01 -
Essentials of Human Anatomy and Physiology by Call Number: Reserves BIO 50ISBN: 9780134395326Publication Date: 2017-01-05 -
Spanish for Health Care Professionals by Call Number: Stacks PC4120.M3 H37 2017ISBN: 9781438006949Publication Date: 2016-11-01 -
Emergency Medical Responder: Your First Response in Emergency Care by Call Number: Reserves EMS 30ISBN: 9781284107272Publication Date: 2016-11-02 -
Emergency Medical Responder: Your First Response in Emergency Care Student Workbook by Call Number: Reserves EMS 30ISBN: 9781284116809Publication Date: 2017-02-09 -
Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services by Call Number: Reserves TH9241 .K55 2015ISBN: 9781284136128Publication Date: 2016-07-20 -
AMLS: Advanced Medical Life Support by Call Number: Stacks RA645.5 .A414 2017ISBN: 9781284040920Publication Date: 2015-12-14 -
Emergency Medical Services by Call Number: Stacks RA645.5 .E447 2015ISBN: 9781118865309Publication Date: 2015-02-06 -
Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured by Call Number: Stacks RC86.7 .A43 2016 / Reserves (1 Hour) RESERVES EMS 20ISBN: 9781284080179Publication Date: 2016-03-01 -
McGraw-Hill Education's EMT-Basic Exam Review, Third Edition by Call Number: Stacks RC86.7 .D556 2015ISBN: 9780071847193Publication Date: 2015-08-10 -
EMT Basic Exam Study Guide by Call Number: Stacks RC86.9 .E486 2016ISBN: 9781635300093Publication Date: 2016-08-08 -
Basic Life Support Provider Manual by Call Number: Stacks RC87.9 .B57 2016ISBN: 9781616694074Publication Date: 2016-02-01 -
Basic Life Support Provider Manual by Call Number: Stacks RC87.9 .B57 2016ISBN: 9781616694074Publication Date: 2016-02-01
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Introduction to Fire Protection and Emergency Services by Call Number: Stacks TH9241 .K55 2015bISBN: 9781284032987Publication Date: 2013-12-16
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The Encyclopedia of the Heart and Heart Disease (Facts on File Library of Health and Living) by ISBN: 9780816077519Publication Date: 2010-12-30 -
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Resuscitate! : How Your Community Can Improve Survival from Sudden Cardiac Arrest by ISBN: 9780295992464Publication Date: 2013-01-18 -
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Principles of Palliative and End of Life Care for Paramedics by ISBN: 9781859596715Publication Date: 2020-04-03 -
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Bandage, Sort, and Hustle: Ambulance Crews on the Front Lines of Urban Suffering by ISBN: 9780520300217Publication Date: 2020-02-04 -
Confessions of a Trauma Junkie: My Life As a Nurse Paramedic, 2nd Ed. by ISBN: 9781615993413Publication Date: 2017-04-03 -
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Cardiac Fibrillation-Defibrillation: Clinical And Engineering Aspects by ISBN: 9789814293631Publication Date: 2010-10-21 -
Errors and Interaction : A Cognitive Ethnography of Emergency Medicine by ISBN: 9789027207043Publication Date: 2020-05-29 -
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Patient Dumping : Background, Protections, and the Mentally Ill by ISBN: 9781634837262Publication Date: 2015-01-01 -
Dealing with the Mentally Ill Person on the Street by ISBN: 9780398081232Publication Date: 2015-01-07 -
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The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Suicide Assessment and Management by ISBN: 9781615372232Publication Date: 2020-01-08 -
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Fast Facts for the Triage Nurse : An Orientation and Care Guide in a Nutshell by ISBN: 9780826122650Publication Date: 2015-02-01 -
Guidelines for Air and Ground Transport of Neonatal and Pediatric Patients by ISBN: 9781581108385Publication Date: 2015-09-30 -
Field Guide for Air and Ground Transport of Neonatal and Pediatric Patients : A Quick Reference for Transport Teams by ISBN: 9781581108392Publication Date: 2018-10-30 -
These articles are basically the "bread-and-butter" sources for scholarly research - they're used in every discipline.
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Why You Should Use Them:
- Information is based on research and expertise
- Information is detailed and focused on a narrow topic
- The peer-review process (mostly) insures that the information is accurate
- They add to a growing understanding of a topic by contributing new ideas
Find Articles:
Use the A-Z List of Databases link to view and access databases which LPC Library provides.
- The best databases to use for EMS articles are:
Academic Search Ultimate
An academic multi-disciplinary database providing access to over 10,000 magazines and scholarly journals covering a range of academic disciplines and current issues. Suitable for most research projects.
Medline
Provides authoritative medical information on medicine, nursing, dentistry, veterinary medicine, the health care system, pre-clinical sciences, and much more. Created by the National Library of Medicine.
Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition
An academic database to use for nursing and allied health science articles. Many full-text general medical journals can be found here.
The Merck Index
Contains over 11,000 entries (referred to as monographs) mostly for single substances and related compounds (isomers, salts, etc.). Some families of natural products and biological substances are included as well. Data provided include chemical, generic, and brand names; CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) registry numbers; physical data and literature references; structures and stereochemistry; toxicity; and information on therapeutic and non-medicinal uses.
Credo Reference
Nearly 4 million full-text reference entries in subjects from Art to Technology for your research, paper writing and studying needs. Credo brings the facts alive with images, videos, and much more.
Biological Science Collection
This interdisciplinary database offers abstracts and citations to research in biomedicine, biotechnology, zoology and ecology, and aspects of agriculture and veterinary science monitoring literature from over 8,000 serials, as well as conference proceedings, technical reports, monographs and books and patents.
CHEMnetBASE
A collection of Cutting-Edge Interactive Databases and Dictionaries; including the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, Combined Chemical Dictionary, Dictionary of Organic Compounds, Dictionary of Drugs, and more!
JSTOR
Contains articles from over a thousand scholarly journals covering a wide range of subjects in the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. Full text articles are available from each journal starting from its first issue (sometimes going back over 100 years) until five years ago. JSTOR does not contain recently published articles. LPC's subscription includes 16 of JSTOR’s multi-disciplinary collections: Arts & Sciences I - XV and Life Sciences
SAGE Journals Premier Collection
SAGE publishes peer-reviewed journals in the fields of education, psychology, criminology, nursing, allied health, sociology, political science, gender studies, communication, and others. Coverage includes articles from 1999 to present.
Not all Sage content is available in LPC's subscription. To find only LPC accessible articles, select "Advanced " under search box. Type in your keywords AND select the option "Only content to which I have full access".
Science Online
Provides a collection of reference sources including books, images, videos, and primary sources about the people, events, and topics important to the study of a broad range of scientific disciplines.
ScienceDirect College Edition
Contains Elsevier’s collection of peer-reviewed scholarly journals.
Browsable Magazines and Journals containing articles on Emergency Medical Services
Please note that you will need to use your WID number and PIN to access these titles.
The American Journal of Emergency Medicine
The Journal of Emergency Medicine
Newspaper databases
Newspaper Source Plus
Includes more than 700 full-text regional, national, and international newspapers, providing more than 33 million full-text articles.
Online journals which provide free access to some articles
Look for the Open Access 
icon for articles with free access
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Gray's Anatomy of the Human BodyThe Bartleby.com edition of Gray’s Anatomy of the Human Body features 1,247 vibrant engravings—many in color—from the classic 1918 publication, as well as a subject index with 13,000 entries ranging from the Antrum of Highmore to the Zonule of Zinn.
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American Academy of Emergency MedicineAAEM was established in 1993 to promote fair and equitable practice environments necessary to allow emergency physicians to deliver the highest quality of patient care.
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Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS)Established in 1980, the Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) is an international trade association headquartered in the Washington, DC area. AAMS is a non-profit 501C (6) trade association that represents and advocates on behalf of its members to enhance their ability to deliver quality, safe, and effective medical care and medical transportation for every patient in-need.
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The California EMS AuthorityThe California EMS Authority, through standard setting, consensus building, and leadership, plays a central role in improving the quality of emergency medical services available for all Californians. The EMS Authority is charged with providing leadership in developing and implementing EMS systems throughout California and setting standards for the training and scope of practice of various levels of EMS personnel. The EMS Authority also has responsibility for promoting disaster medical preparedness throughout the state, and, when required, coordinating and supporting the state’s medical response to major disasters.
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Emergency Medical Service Workers - The National Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthDedicated to helping prevent injury and illness among emergency care professionals.
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EMS.GOVNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration Office of EMS
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EMTs and Paramedics - Occupational Outlook HandbookInformation about required education, job expectations, pay, future career outlook, and more. Published by the United States Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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First Aid - MayoClinic.orgA list of first aid topics.
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How to Become an Emergency Medical Technician: EMTAccording to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of EMS, individuals working within emergency medical services serve approximately 25 to 30 million Americans each year, with EMTs often at the forefront when it comes to providing care
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International Association of EMTs and Paramedics (IAEP)The International Association of EMT s and Paramedics (IAEP) is an EMT / Paramedic Union, a 10,000-member-strong EMS union working every day for EMS professionals.
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International Rescue and Emergency Care Association (IRECA)The International Rescue and Emergency Care Association provides educational programs to share and evaluate recognized knowledge, standards and abilities for emergency responders world wide.
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Journal of Emergency Medical ServicesJEMS (Journal of Emergency Medical Services) is a provider of information for the improvement of patient care in the prehospital setting.
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National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT)NAEMT was founded in 1975, with support from the National Registry of EMTs and numerous leaders in emergency medicine. Today, NAEMT is the largest professional association for EMS practitioners in the United States.
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National Association of EMS Educators (NAEMS)The NAEMS is committed to promoting EMS education, developing and delivering educational resources, and advocating research and life long learning.
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National Registry of Emergency Medical TechniciansProvides the First Responder and EMT application forms and exam information. Also provides a directory of registered first responders and EMTs.
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What's the Difference Between an EMT and a Paramedic?In the field of emergency medical services (EMS), there are different levels of certifications for providers. Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are the most common type of providers in EMS and are sometimes referred to as EMTs. EMTs learn the essential skills to help in life-threatening situations and many EMTs go on to earn an Advanced EMT certificate or become a Paramedic.
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Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders (WISER)WISER is a system designed to assist emergency responders in hazardous material incidents. WISER provides a wide range of information on hazardous substances, including substance identification support, physical characteristics, human health information, and containment and suppression advice.
Depending on the assignment you are working on, videos and documentaries can be valuable resources. We have a wealth of streaming videos on many topics in the field of psychology available through our video databases.
Where to Find Videos and Documentaries:
- Films on Demand Streaming Videos Best Bet
Films and documentaries on a variety of topics in the fields of humanities, sociology, administration of justice, psychology, health, etc.
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Academic Video Online A comprehensive video collection of 67,000 titles spanning a wide range of subject areas including anthropology, business, counseling, film, health, history, music, and more. Includes a variety of content-types such as documentaries, films, demonstrations, etc.
- Credo Reference
Nearly 4 million full-text reference entries in subjects from Art to Technology for your research, paper writing and studying needs. Credo brings the facts alive with images, videos, and much more.
- Kanopy Streaming Video
Streaming Videos –Educational videos covering a variety of topics.
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Anatomy and PhysiologyA collection of 73 short videos on human anatomy and physiology.
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The Human Body: How It WorksThis nine-part series uses physiologic animations and illustrations, microscopic imaging, expert commentary, and footage of the body in motion to provide a thorough overview of the amazing human machine. Marvelously detailed, yet readily understandable. Viewable/printable instructor’s guides are available online. A Films for the Humanities & Sciences Production. 9-part series, 20–22 minutes each.
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The Body Machine: Part 1-Anatomy of the Human Power TrainFor engine power and endurance, nothing beats the human heart. Over a 12-hour period it propels enough blood to fill 22,132 wine glasses. The human chassis isn’t bad, either. Its bones are ultralight and tough as steel, not to mention that they produce 139 million blood cells every minute. Using animation and dramatizations, this program offers up surprising and enlightening facts about the body’s hard-driving machine. It reveals the amazing capacity of our lungs, which, in half a day, pump enough air to fill almost 4,000 balloons; the tug-of-war dynamism of human musculature, our anatomical transmission system; and the rapid-fire mobility of jaw and eye structures—including our “windshield wipers,” which blink 415 million times over an average life.
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The Body Machine: Part 2-Maintenance of the Human SystemNot every machine can recharge and repair itself on a regular basis. Fortunately, the human machine can—quickly rebounding to a state of alertness, adaptability, and high-gear action. This program explores the staggering capabilities of the body’s interlinked devices, from the sleeping brain to the wide-awake reproductive system. Viewers learn about the photographic powers of the eye, which surpass those of almost any camera; the 260-million-cell interface on which the brain depends for vision; the 16,000 nerve endings in the inner ear; and the biochemical complexities of our skin, immune system, hormones, and genitals.
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Human Physiology and Immune ResponseTopics covered in this video include: Physiology and Homeostasis, Nervous System, Endocrine System, Digestive System, Excretory System, Musculoskeletal System, and Immune System.
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Before Help ArrivesThis program is designed to show people without health care training how best to respond to an emergency before Emergency Medical Services arrives. The video covers the use of gloves and other barriers to prevent disease transmission; checking an accident victim for an open airway, breathing, and circulation; clearing an obstructed airway; controlling bleeding and managing shock; dealing with spinal injuries; identifying broken bones and poisoning; responding to a heart attack, a seizure, an asthma attack, and diabetic emergencies; and treating burns, eye injuries, insect stings and bites, and heat- and cold-related injuries. The value of learning CPR is emphasized.
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First Steps of First Aid (2:46) -- How to Provide First Aid (1:39) -- How to Treat Choking or a Blocked Airway (1:35) -- How to Treat Bleeding (1:24) -- First Aid for Broken Bones (1:07) -- First Aid for Spinal Injuries (0:43) -- First Aid for Burns (1:34) -- First Aid for Shock (0:58) -- First Aid for Special Injuries (4:18) -- Medical Emergency: Heart Attack (1:05) -- Medical Emergency: Seizure (0:26) -- Diabetic Emergency (0:50) -- Medical Emergency: Asthma (0:28) -- What to Do When Help Arrives (0:59) -- Credits: Before Help Arrives (0:42) -
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation—Second OpinionNine out of ten cardiac arrests that occur outside of a hospital end in death. Most people are afraid to act when they see someone in trouble, usually because they don't know what to do. In this special program, viewers learn step by step how to perform hands only cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). When bystanders follow these steps, they can triple a victim's survival. We also meet several people who have survived a cardiac arrest thanks to the quick response of those around them.
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Choking Prevention SkillsAfter watching this program, the viewer should learn the latest American Heart Association and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines and techniques for infant CPR. This video is targeted towards parents, grandparents, and childcare providers.
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CPR Minus Mouth to MouthStatistics show that nine out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside of a hospital die. CPR can more than double the chances of survival and you don’t even have to use mouth to mouth.
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Emergency 9-1-1Dialing 9-1-1 is simple in itself, but few people are truly ready for a siren-filled ride to the emergency room. This program will help viewers prepare for such a crisis, providing detailed information on when to call 9-1-1, how best to speak with the dispatcher, what to do while waiting for an ambulance, and what to expect upon arrival at the ER. Expert guests include Emergency Medical Services specialist Andrew Brave and Dr. Leigh Vinocur of the American College of Emergency Physicians. The program also reenacts a real-world situation in which an elderly man fell in his home and was unable to reach a telephone. Viewers will gain a better understanding of how seniors and other vulnerable individuals should prepare for medical emergencies.
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Emergency Management PlanningMass casualty emergencies can take many forms, from natural disasters to terrorist attacks. These events affect entire communities and bring about a surge of victims, overwhelming the capacities of first responders (police, fire, and EMS) and hospital first receivers. This program addresses the main components of the JCAHO mandate requiring all hospitals to implement emergency management planning. After viewing the program, learners should be able to outline the major steps of the Joint Commission mandate; describe the principal types of mass casualty events; understand basic procedures of emergency drills; list the areas of a hospital that must have emergency power backup; and more.
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Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)EMTs are the first on the scene when there is a medical situation requiring immediate attention. There are three levels of training. EMTs work for hospitals, fire departments, and police stations.
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Emergency Medical Technicians—Career Q&A : Professional Advice and InsightWhat is it like to be an emergency medical technician? In this Career Q&A video interview, Jeff Broyles talks about his career path, what he does on the job, and the keys to success working as an emergency medical technician. He also offers candid advice on breaking into the profession as well as insight into the industry’s biggest challenges and how the field may change in the next ten years.
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EMS: Street SaviorsDay and night they roam the gritty streets armed with only the latest medical gear and a siren. At any moment, their radio could send them plunging into the unknown: cardiac arrest, gunshots, or a fatality. The largest Emergency Medical Service in the world, New York City's EMS answers 1.3 million calls a year. Working frantically in situations where seconds mark the difference between life and death, six-hundred and fifty paramedics and 1,700 emergency medical technicians patrol the city 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With graphic footage of real-life situations, EMERGENCY! goes behind the scenes with the nation's busiest street crew to see how lives are saved, and sometimes lost.
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EMS ServicesManatee County dictates that every overdose call has emergency medical services, police, and the fire department present. Emergency responders have administered over 1,222 doses of Narcan in the past six months.
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EMTWith the growth of America’s urban populations has come an increased demand for medical first responders—most notably, the emergency medical technician. This program guides students through the duties of the EMT-Basic and EMT-Paramedic, the skills and personality traits both require, and the financial and personal advantages that these positions offer. Featuring interviews with veterans of the profession, the program describes the 110-hour class and national or state registry exam an aspiring EMT must complete, along with specific functions—for EMT-Bs, supporting an ambulance team in the field and during patient transport, maintaining vitals and airwave access, controlling bleeding, basic splinting, and applying a cervical collar; and for EMT-Paramedics, traction splinting, patient status assessment, and other functions that prepare patients for emergency room care. Both the Hollywood-style excitement and the routine aspects of EMT life are emphasized, in addition to the best high school courses and volunteer opportunities in which a would-be EMT should get involved.
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Infant CPRAfter watching this program, the viewer should learn the latest American Heart Association and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines and techniques for CPR. This video is targeted towards parents, grandparents, and childcare providers.
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Learn to Save a Life in Five Minutes!There is now an innovative solution in performing CPR that is giving people the confidence and skills they need to save lives.
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Medical School for Everyone - Emergency Medicine - The Great Courses24 episodes in this series:
1 Triage in Emergency Medicine
2 Emergency Medicine Means Thinking Fast
3 Emergency Medicine Means Thinking Again
4 The Story Is the Diagnosis
5 Hidden Clues in the Emergency Department
6 Treat the Patient, Treat the Family
7 Chest Pain
8 Treat the Cause, Not the Symptom
9 Who Needs the Emergency Department?
10 Altered Mental Status
11 Simple Symptoms, Serious Illness
12 In an Emergency, Protect Yourself First
13 Treating Insect and Animal Bites
14 The Missing Piece in an Emergency Diagnosis
15 Healthy Paranoia in Emergency Medicine
16 Fever: Friend or Foe
17 Always Treat Pain
18 An Ounce of Prevention
19 The Big Picture in Emergency Medicine
20 Is Exercise Good for Your Health?
21 Stay Safe in the Emergency Department 22 Emergency Medicine for Travelers
23 Emergency Medicine Lessons from the Past
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RescueMeet three trailblazing women who have embarked on successful careers as EMT and rescue personnel. This program profiles Danielle Gagnon, a paramedic in Montreal’s emergency medical service; Julie De Grandpre, a rescue diver in the Canadian Coast Guard; and Pamela Kryskow, a firefighter with experience in a wide variety of emergencies. Remarks from coworkers and supervisors provide additional layers to the descriptions of each job.
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Things to Know to Save a LifeCardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. Fewer than half of the people who have an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest get the immediate help they need.
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What Should I Do? The Basics of First AidKnowing what to do until medical assistance arrives is what first aid is all about. This video will prepare viewers to respond safely in emergency situations. Along with CPR and treating for shock, the program shows how to respond to minor injuries such as cuts, burns, sprains, and strains; how to recognize and care for heat and cold injuries; what to do in case of poisoning, bites, or stings; and how to pack a first aid kit with all the essential contents. Taken into consideration in developing the video were the national educational standards and the standards of the National Association for Sport & Physical Education.