Resources

All JEMS Supplements

Driving the Course of Care

2009 Oct 1

For many patients, care received in the field has a direct impact on outcomes throughout the course of treatment. Technological advances, along with increased trust in and high-quality training of EMS personnel, have brought advanced medical treatment to the field in ways that are dramatically improving outcomes in cardiac care. This supplement, sponsored by Philips Healthcare, was developed to give you a look into some of the many ways EMS is leading the pack in offering advanced monitoring and medical care in the field.

The Truth about CPR

2009 Sept 1

For cardiac arrest patients, quality CPR can be the difference between life and death. Science continues to prove that the goal is not just providing quick CPR, but also effective CPR. This supplement, sponsored by Physio-Control Inc., was developed to help you understand what factors contribute to “quality” CPR and how mechanical chest-compression devices can help you get to and maintain this goal.

Going Electronic: Prehospital patient care reports in the digital age

2009 Aug 1

As the patient population grows, your agency must also grow and implement technology that can track, bill and account for each action and service you provide. This special supplement, sponsored by High Plains, ImageTrend, Medusa, Ortivus and ZOLL, was developed to help you ensure that your data system is properly designed to communicate with components for dispatch, hospitals, monitoring, billing and quality review in a secure and easy way.

Guidelines for Field Triage of Injured Patients

2009 Jul 1

Decisions made at the scene of an injury are vital to saving lives. Are you aware of all the changes to the Field Triage Decision Scheme? In 2005 the CDC began facilitating revision of the Decision Scheme by hosting a series of meetings of the National Expert Panel on Field Triage. This supplement, reprinted with permission from the CDC, describes the process and rationale used by the Expert Panel to revise these guidelines.

EMS 10: Innovators in EMS 2008

2009 Apr 1

This special supplement, sponsored by Physio-Control Inc. and JEMS, profiles the top 10 innovators in EMS who drove the profession forward in 2008. These individuals were nominated by their peers in recognition of their hard work, dedication and selfless efforts to make a difference in the delivery of EMS or in the lives of patients and providers.

Trend Setters

2009 Mar 1

In the past 40 years, EMS has embraced enhancements in patient monitoring that range from rechargeable batteries to pulse oximetry to 12-lead ECGs in the field. This supplement, sponsored by Physio-Control Inc., discusses those enhancements in patient monitoring, which will be good for you and for your patients.

State of the Science 2009

2009 Jan 1

This supplement -- the third of its kind in JEMS -- offers insights from the annual meeting of the U.S. Metropolitan Municipalities EMS Medical Directors (aka, the Eagles) and provides guidance on the present and future of prehospital care. This supplement is sponsored by Michigan Instruments Inc., Philips Healthcare, Physio-Control Inc., Pyng Medical Corp., Vidacare Corp. and ZOLL Medical Corp.

Terrorism Preparedness

2008 Nov 1

Post-9/11, you must be prepared for any threat and know what to do for victims—and yourself, if you’re exposed. This supplement, sponsored by Meridian Medical Technologies, contains must-read information on nerve agents, mustard gas, cyanide and radiation.

The War on Trauma

2008 Oct 1

This supplement presents proven concepts, techniques and products from military trauma care that have immediate application to civilian EMS. This supplement is sponsored by North American Rescue, Inc.

The Perfect View

2008 Sept 1

If you've ever had to do a belly flop on the ground to see the cords of a patient, you'll appreciate video laryngoscopy. This supplement to September 2008 JEMS provides in-depth analysis and case studies on how this new technology is making its way into prehospital care. This supplement is sponsored by Verathon Inc.

Start the STEMI Clock

2008 Jun 1

This supplement addresses the need for your system to be involved in the rapid prehospital intervention of monitoring, defibrillation, drug therapy and, now, hypothermic resuscitation of your codes. This supplement is sponsored by Philips Healthcare.

Medical Force Multiplier

This JEMS supplement will introduce you to the innovative Charlie's Horse® Deployment System and the MERF™ (Medical Emergency Response Facility), which uses a minimal workforce to deliver crucial resources to areas where they're critically needed and deploys those resources rapidly in any location. This supplement is sponsored by Charlie’s Horse.

The Path to Grant Success

2008 Feb 1

Need new equipment or apparatus, but don't have enough in your budget to cover the costs? This exclusive supplement to JEMS is your how-to guide on applying for grant funding. This supplement is sponsored by Masimo Corp.

Lethal Exposure 2

2007 Dec 1

This supplement to JEMS is a must-read to determine the toxic effects of carbon monoxide for first responders. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself and treat other crews. This supplement is sponsored by Masimo Corp.

State of the Science

2007 Oct 1

Progressive research and protocol revisions were discussed at the 2007 EMS State of the Science Conference (aka, the "Gathering of Eagles"). This supplement, which covers these topics, is sponsored by Emergent Respiratory Products, Masimo Corp., Philips Medical Systems, Physio-Control, Pyng Medical Corp., Respironics Inc., Vidacare Corp. & ZOLL Medical Corp.

Prehospital 12-Lead ECG Supplement

2006 Jul 1

The early diagnosis and treatment of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is a primary responsibility of all emergency care providers. EMS providers now have the opportunity—some might say duty—to help rapidly identify patients with ACS via 12-lead ECGs. This supplement is sponsored by Medtronic, Philips Medical Systems, Welch Allyn Medical Products & ZOLL Medical Corp.)

Lethal Exposure: CO Presents a Toxic Hazard for First Responders

2006 May 1

Carbon monoxide presents a toxic hazard for first responders. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself and treat other crews. This supplement is sponsored by Masimo Corp.

Adult Intraosseous Infusion Arrives

2005 Oct 1

This supplement from JEMS covers the "rebirth of adult IO," including discussion of the various types of rescue access and articles from EMS systems and military units using adult IO devices. This supplement is sponsored by Vidacare.

CPR Revived

2005 Oct 1

As new research demonstrates the importance of quality CPR, EMS leaders consider how we fail at resuscitation, how bystander CPR improves survival rates, and what devices are on the market to help us bring back more patients. This supplement is sponsored by Philips Medical Systems, & Laerdal.

Legacy of James O. Page

2005 Apr 1

The footprint on EMS and the fire service left by James O. Page is documented in this tribute to his life, career and legacy.

Heart Smarter: EMS Implications of the 2005 AHA Guidelines for ECC & CPR

2005 Mar 1

Download this essential supplement to learn more about what the 2005 American Heart Association Guidelines for ECC & CPR mean for EMS. This supplement is sponsored by The American Heart Association, Laerdal Medical Corp., Medtronic, Philips Medical Systems & ZOLL Medical Corp.

Forecast for Resuscitation

2004 Sept 1

This supplement affords EMS administrators, medical directors and field providers the opportunity to review some of the latest clinical research findings and procedural changes considered priorities by the U.S. Metropolitan Municipalities EMS Medical Directors considered priorities in their jurisdictions. This supplement is sponsored by Laerdal Medical Corp. & Philips Medical Systems.