When your unit is called to an emergency, it’s important to have your complete inventory stocked, but you’ll want to be sure you have plenty of the most-used EMS medications on hand. Careful inventory and medication tracking are crucial across the board, especially with these lifesaving meds. If you’re wondering which medications are the most common and important, here are some top drugs most first responders need to carry and keep on hand.
EMS EMERGENCY RESPONDERS
US vs UK EMS: Differences and Similarities in Emergency Response
What are the differences between emergency response in the United States and EMS in England? I discovered a few interesting contrasts and several similarities during my ride along with the largest ambulance company in England.
AIR TRANSPORT
Preventing Drug Diversion with Accountability
No one likes to think about it but preventing drug diversion is the responsibility of anyone who works with controlled substances. Diversion refers to the illegal misuse and distribution of prescription medications. Unfortunately, it’s one of those things that those working with controlled substances can face.
What You Need to Know About the DEA’s Drug Schedule
For those of us who work in industries where we handle pharmaceuticals, we hear the term “scheduled” a lot. Most of us are familiar with what it means when a drug is scheduled or part of the DEA’s drug scheduling system.
FIRE
7 Reasons Clinic Narcotic Tracking Software is a Crucial Investment
Seeking a solution to track narcotics in your clinic? Narcotics tracking software is a crucial investment whether you’re running a small medical clinic, a veterinary practice, or a dental office.
Exploring the Inside of an Ambulance: Orienting New EMTs and Paramedics
So, you’re bringing on a new team member. It’s crucial to orient new EMTs and Paramedics to everything on the unit.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Preventing Drug Diversion with Accountability
No one likes to think about it but preventing drug diversion is the responsibility of anyone who works with controlled substances. Diversion refers to the illegal misuse and distribution of prescription medications. Unfortunately, it’s one of those things that those working with controlled substances can face.
What You Need to Know About the DEA’s Drug Schedule
For those of us who work in industries where we handle pharmaceuticals, we hear the term “scheduled” a lot. Most of us are familiar with what it means when a drug is scheduled or part of the DEA’s drug scheduling system.
MILITARY
What You Need to Know About the DEA’s Drug Schedule
For those of us who work in industries where we handle pharmaceuticals, we hear the term “scheduled” a lot. Most of us are familiar with what it means when a drug is scheduled or part of the DEA’s drug scheduling system.
VETERINARY
Narcotics Management is a Team Effort: 5 Ways to Get Your Crew to Embrace New Technology
It’s a tale as old as time. People resist change, especially when it includes technology and learning new processes. So, when you introduce a new way of tracking controlled substances, you’re bound to get some pushback.
Preventing Drug Diversion with Accountability
No one likes to think about it but preventing drug diversion is the responsibility of anyone who works with controlled substances. Diversion refers to the illegal misuse and distribution of prescription medications. Unfortunately, it’s one of those things that those working with controlled substances can face.
WILDLIFE
Preventing Drug Diversion with Accountability
No one likes to think about it but preventing drug diversion is the responsibility of anyone who works with controlled substances. Diversion refers to the illegal misuse and distribution of prescription medications. Unfortunately, it’s one of those things that those working with controlled substances can face.
What You Need to Know About the DEA’s Drug Schedule
For those of us who work in industries where we handle pharmaceuticals, we hear the term “scheduled” a lot. Most of us are familiar with what it means when a drug is scheduled or part of the DEA’s drug scheduling system.