Spinal and Traumatic Brain Injuries for the EMT

In this episode, we talk about spinal injuries and the different types of Traumatic Brain Injuries from the EMT standpoint. This area is often one that is confusing for many EMT students. Because many testing locations will require the demonstration of Supine Immobilization and potentially seated immobilization. These are skills that are not utilized as much anymore. However, it is still a skill that must be taught to evaluate a need. 

Referenced the National Model Clinical Guidelines www.nasemso.org

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