PUBLIC RESOURCES
Some tips on being a helpful part of an emergency scene:
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Make an effort to control your emotion and stay calm
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Do answer questions as directly and accurately as possible with relevance to events of the incident.
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Do not crowd the scene, speak-over others, direct or demand providers.
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Please remember, this is our daily job and professional field of practice.
When our respectful and professional EMS providers arrive they need to collect some important information; you can expect to be requested by your Paramedic in addition to events of the emergency for the following information.
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Personal Demographics
Name, age, date of birth, address, phone number, social security number, primary care physician’s name.
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Medical History
Major medical conditions (heart conditions, high blood pressure, diabetes). Past medical problems (heart attacks, strokes, surgeries).
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Current Medications
We must be aware of all current medications – Names & dosages.
Including over-the-counter and herbal/holistic medicines/supplements.
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Allergies to Medications
Any known allergies or sensitivities. (The specific type of reactions)
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All of this information must be obtained quickly & upon contact, as it serves to complete our assessment of the condition and is needed to safely continue the treatment course. The most accurate and effective way to communicate a majority of the information to your provider is a pre-written list printed on a simple piece of paper or a flash card.
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This will allow our providers to conduct a proper initial assessment and determine if a specialty resource hospital (Trauma,Stroke,Cardiac) is needed. If this is needed you will be advised of the reasoning. Normal transports will be conducted to the patients hospital of choice within reason.
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Hospitals within reason of LPEMS:
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Einstein Montgomery (Stroke, Cardiac)
Paoli Memorial (Trauma,Stroke, Cardiac)
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