The Shoulder Dystocia protocol has been updated at the request of the ODEMSA Medical Direction Committee.
Protocol Update: Shoulder Dystocia (6-4)
Virginia Office of EMS Announces Free Continuing Education – VectorSolutions
On March 21, 2022, the Virginia Office of EMS announced a partnership with Vector Solutions to deliver free continuing education to Virginia EMS providers. Select the following link to be redirected to the Virginia Office of EMS webpage. Read the webpage carefully and follow all instructions to reduces errors. Click here to learn more!
Traumatic Cardiac Arrest (Protocol 4-15)
To view the new Traumatic Cardiac Arrest protocol (Protocol 4-15), click this post and scroll down. Protocol 4-15 can also be found and viewed on the ODEMSA smartphone app.
New Medication Alert: Terbutaline coming to drug boxes October 1, 2020
New Medication Alert: Terbutaline coming to drug boxes October 1, 2020
Virginia Office of EMS – EMS Transportation of Patients to Alternate Sites White Paper
Please click the link below to open the Virginia Office of EMS - EMS Transportation to Alternate Sites White Paper.Per the Office of EMS, the white paper provides guidance for EMS regarding transportation, protocols and funding to alternate sites in order to reduce volume on facilities during COVID -19. EMS-Transport to Alternate Sites White Paper
Discontinue Nebulizers/BiPAP/CPAP Prior to Entering Emergency Department Until Further Notice
In order to reduce aerosolization and exposure risk, please discontinue any nebulizer/BiPAP/CPAP treatment prior to entering the Emergency Department.
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