Tactical EMS / TEMS
The Tactical EMS / TEMS topic area gives officers all the relevant news and information they need to keep up to date on this ever-changing element of critical injury care and medical response.
In addition to ensuring officers receive proper tactical medical training, a well-written medical plan is vital for appropriate response to potential casualties
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When it comes to managing the violence visited on rural officers, we have to refuse to accept the way things have always been done
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Challenge LEOs to go beyond the basics and demonstrate tourniquet competency in a variety of challenging environments and scenarios
Teach LEOs to use a tourniquet efficiently and effectively with these instructional tips from experienced field operators and Stop the Bleed instructors
Here are the basics for purchasing tourniquets for police officers and quick tips for successfully applying a tourniquet to control severe extremity bleeding
South Kingstown EMS trio came to the aid of State Police Col. James Manni who was experiencing anaphylaxis
Police officers jumped into action when high winds forced the city’s paramedics to suspend operations
Deputy William Mellana, a school resource deputy, sprang into action after the boy collapsed
“We are fortunate to have people like Officer Baldwin in our ranks,” said Chief Michael Lyle
Dr. John Williams discusses the hazards of fentanyl and how officers can minimize risks
Deputy Jordan Ream led the charge, trying to calm the woman down and telling her to push
Taylor Brandt credits her tactical emergency medical training from the department for being able to give nine people another chance at life
Medical experts say inaccurate messaging is instilling unnecessary fear in first responders
Joint units of officers and social workers right now can be dispatched to any type of call, but that’s going to change come September
The statement comes after the city announced it would soon start sending unarmed mental health professionals to certain calls instead of police
Trained deputies “could help save someone’s life” sheriff says during program’s first week
A chest seal is indicated for penetrating trauma victims to restore or maintain the ability for the patient to breathe through the normal route
A California Highway Patrol chopper waits to evacuate a patient after a head-on collision
“It’s the best I could do with what I had,” said Officer Ronald Kennedy
A cop, an EMT and two corrections officers – one of whom is also a firefighter – were on the right road at the right time
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A pair of Phoenix police officers on a meal break at their usual diner immediately noticed something was wrong
The bill also allows licensed medics to render aid to injured police dogs
The boy had been reported missing about 30 minutes before officers found him floating in the water
Omaha police Officer Terrance Smith said AEDs are vital for patrolling officers
A group of Pittsburgh police officers were in the right place at the right time
The police officer, firefighter and EMS providers from five different departments were at the same restaurant by coincidence
The unit will be composed of a police officer, a paramedic, a behavioral health caseworker and a social worker
