Spine Injury for the Prehospital Provider

by Kevin Collopy BA, FP-C, CCEMT-P, NR-P, CMTE

Spinal cord injuries range from simple contusions to complete transsections. Once a cord injury mechanism is recognized, the EMS provider must provide manual stabilization to the spine’s three weight centers—the head, shoulders, and hips.

Tension Pneumothorax

by David Page MS, NREMT-P

Injuries to the thoracic cavity can be rapidly lethal. Learn how even small changes in the mechanics of oxygen exchange and circulation can have dire consequences for the patient.