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CCPs Improve ROSC and Neuro Outcome in Cardiac Arrest

The role of Critical Care Paramedics (CCPs) in improving survival from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) has garnered significant research interest. Evidence indicates that specialized training and experience in advanced life support practices lead to improved rates of return of spontaneous...

Dynamic Emergency Medical Dispatch Systems

Dynamic emergency medical dispatch systems, which involve the active management and rerouting of first response units based on real-time demands, significantly improve response times and patient outcomes in medical emergencies. Effective dispatch algorithms, developed through advancements in...

Is Ketamine an effective analgesic?

Ketamine has emerged as a significant agent in the management of pain, both in acute and chronic settings, although its efficacy as an analgesic continues to be evaluated in various clinical scenarios. The analgesic properties of ketamine are attributed to its antagonism of the N-methyl-D-aspartate...

Should Paramedics be focused on degree pathways or competency pathways?

There is a quiet dignity in work done well. It lives in the steady hands that repair a bridge before it fails, in the practiced judgment of a craftsperson who knows the material not from theory alone, but from years of disciplined experience. And it lives every day, often unseen, in the work of...

Is Mechanical CPR better than Manual CPR?

The effectiveness of mechanical cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) compared to manual compressions in cases of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) has been the subject of extensive research. The consensus from the literature indicates that both techniques have their merits, but the superiority...

Ketamine as a dissociative agent in non-invasive ventilation (NIV)

In recent years, ketamine has been recognized as a notable dissociative agent in the context of non-invasive ventilation (NIV), particularly for patients facing respiratory distress. Its unique pharmacological profile, which includes effective analgesic and sedative properties, renders it...


Recommendations for the management of syncope

In 2025, advancements in the management and treatment of syncope will be crucial, continuing to evolve based on both clinical findings and updated guidelines. A holistic approach is necessary, considering various forms of syncope, including reflex, arrhythmic, and orthostatic causes, while...


Use of Advanced Paramedics in hospital critical care areas

The use of advanced paramedics (APs) in hospital critical care areas is an evolving aspect of healthcare delivery, enhancing the capacity and effectiveness of medical response in high-acuity environments. Their expanded roles have been increasingly recognized as necessary due to various challenges...