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July 2009 Volume 34 Issue 7
From the Editor: The Four Cs of Care
Find out what went through Editor-in-Chief A.J. Heightman’s mind before going into gastric bypass surgery and how it relates to EMS.
Letters: In Your Words
Readers share their comments on JEMS and JEMS.com articles.
Volunteer Voice: On the Same Page
EMS will eventually have to make some big changes to its structure. Find out why.
Leadership Sector: Job Huntin’
You never know when a good job opportunity will arise. Be ready…
Tricks of the Trade: Handles for People
People in bathtubs are slippery and can be frustrating to handle safely and with good body mechanics. The Montana Blanket Roll is a simple, quick answer.
Case of the Month: The Other TB
Pericardial tuberculosis alone presents no threat to EMS providers. However, it is almost always secondary to primary pulmonary TB, so providers should know how to protect themselves as they treat this condition.
Check Your Vitals: Cardio Moves
Learn how to improve your cardiorespiratory fitness so you can prevent illness and injury down the road.
MD Forum: To Err Is Human
Create an open environment in which EMS personnel will join together to prevent medical errors and admit to them when they happen.
Survive Your Next Shift
Don’t let your career put you in danger. Learn a thing or two about scene safety and self defense.
Cardiocerebral Resucitation
Does your agency need to improve its cardiac arrest survival rates? If so, read this article.
From Sidelined to Inline
Athletic helmets and padding are designed for different purposes than helmets motorcyclists wear. When you encounter sports-related C-spine injuries, knowing the difference and treating accordingly can directly impact your patient’s outcome.
Proof of Life
Many providers fall into the trap of declaring patients dead when they merely look dead, which is why we must change our mindset from one of looking to determine death to that of looking for "proof of life."
Striking out at Stroke
Could we be doing more for our acute stroke patients? Yes. Southeast Coast Ambulance Service in the United Kingdom has a unique multi-disciplinary model that may point to the future of stroke care in the U.S.
Lighter Side: Spurs and Backboards
Steve Berry can’t think of a better place to work Fourth of July weekend than a rodeo. Read why.
Sirenhead: Back It Up
A reader asks Sirenhead what to do about his department that doesn’t deliver 21st century care.
Last Word
Boston tracks AED locations; Oregon Congressman speaks out against W-2s for volunteers; integrated flu guidelines plan comes off without a hitch; and more.
July JEMS Poll
Which feature article from July 2009 did you like best?
