These specialists are trained to deliver medical intervention for acutely ill or injured patients in a pre-hospital setting, such as an ambulance or medical helicopter. It is crucial that emergency medicine specialists know how to perform life-saving procedures outside a hospital setting, as emergencies can occur anywhere, including in nature, trapped cars, or buildings.
Emergency medical services encompass initial patient treatment, stabilization, and transportation. Examples of conditions treated by an emergency medical professional include:
- Allergic reactions
- Bone fractures
- Drug overdoses
- Heart attacks
- Respiratory distress
- Strokes
