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Criteria

The Criteria section take a look at criteria set up by Orange County EMS for various situations you might deal with in the EMS field.

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Each Page addresses specific situations that Paramedics and EMTs will deal with in the field.  Each page has a link to the related topic on the OCEMS website.

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Algorithms

The Algorithm section lays out a step by step process for different types of calls.  Drugs and Procedures are discussed in the order in which they are performed on the call.

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These Algorithms are not a replacement for common sense, if a patient is presenting with unique signs and symptoms that do not fall within the normal call type, Base Hospital Contact could be warranted.

Procedures

The Procedures section covers the Clinical Procedures set up by Orange County EMS.  Each topic has a video demonstration attached where appropriate.

Cyanokit
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Communications

Communications are an important part of the Pre-Hospital setting.  This section gives the contact numbers of EMS personnel in the field.

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BLS Kardex

The BLS section of the Kardex is uniquely set up to cover the BLS policies and procedures in Orange County.

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These Policies and Procedures are those covered by the expanded scope in Orange County for EMTs.

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