EMS personnel face unique challenges in their line of work and must be prepared for any situation that comes their way. Having the right tools can make all the difference in providing life-saving care to patients. From stethoscopes and blood pressure cuffs to defibrillators and personal protective equipment (PPE), these essential EMS tools should be part of every EMS professional’s arsenal.
References:
1. “Stethoscope.” American Diagnostic Corporation. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.adctoday.com/products/stethoscopes.
2. “Blood Pressure Cuffs.” Welch Allyn. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.welchallyn.com/en/products/categories/physical-exam/blood-pressure-cuffs.html.
3. “Oxygen Delivery Systems.” Bound Tree Medical. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.boundtree.com/oxygen-delivery-systems/c/6.
4. “Bag Valve Masks (BVM).” Laerdal Medical. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.laerdal.com/us/information/bag-valve-masks-bvm/.
5. “Tourniquets.” North American Rescue. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.narescue.com/tourniquets.
6. “Trauma Shears.” Prestige Medical. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://prestigemedical.com/products/trauma-shears.
7. “Portable Suction Units.” Allied Healthcare Products, Inc. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.alliedhpi.com/portable-suction-units.
8. “Splinting Materials.” SAM Medical Products. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://sammedical.com/splinting-materials/.
9. “Defibrillators.” Philips Healthcare Education Center. Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/education-resources/landing-page/defibrillators.
10. “Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).” Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Accessed June 2, 2021. https://www.osha.gov/personal-protective-equipment-ppe.
