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PEMS 2023 Regional Protocols in Effect 3.1.2023

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The 2023 PEMS Regional Protocols, Policies, and Procedures are in effect as of March 1, 2023. They may be located on PEMS website at:

https://peninsulas.vaems.org/regional-resources/protocols

The protocols are also available for download PEMS Protocol Apple App and Google App.  All EMS providers are reminded that they need to download the update in order to have the correct version of the protocols.

Apple 

https://www.acidremap.com/customAppDownload.php?bundleID=PPPPEMSPatientCareProtocols&platform=iOS

Android

https://www.acidremap.com/customAppDownload.php?bundleID=PPPPEMSPatientCareProtocols&platform=android

A website is available with the current protocols for desktop and laptop systems at:   https://www.acidremap.com/sites/PeninsulasEMS/

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2023 PEMS Regional Patient Care Protocols, Policies, and Procedures; March 1, 2023

2023 Protocols

The PEMS Protocols Policies and Procedures (PPP) Committee along with the PEMS Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) have updated the PEMS Regional Protocols to reflect the changes which are effective on March 1, 2023.

PEMS will provide designated agency representatives with the March 1, 2023 roll-out materials upon request by emailing Seth Craig, EMS Field Coordinator – Clinical Care at:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..  The 2023 Protocol Update Training may be viewed at:    https://youtube/UE10sxfuLVc

The March 2023 PEMS Protocols will go into effect and be available for download on the PEMS Protocol Apple Apps and Google Apps on March 1, 2023. All EMS providers are reminded that they need to download the update in order to have the correct version of the protocols.

The 2023 PEMS Protocols will be available for download from the PEMS website on March 1, 2023 for those who wish to print copies at: http://peninsulas.vaems.org/regional-resources/protocols.

Please make certain that you update the PEMS Protocol App on your devices. 

PEMS Protocols Available by Smartphone App Now!

2da394f9 7d54 41bb 9103 5aedd9dc98dc Anyone involved in our regional EMS system can download the app at the following links for either iOS or Android.
 

For iOS 

For Android 



You may also find them by searching for PEMS Protocols on the iOS or Android application stores or by linking with our application contractor at:  https://www.acidremap.com and following the links for PEMS from there.

A website is available with the current protocols for desktop and laptop systems at:  https://www.acidremap.com/sites/PeninsulasEMS/

Again, there is no charge to the provider for the app.  Updates to the application or the protocols will take place automatically if connected to Wi/Fi, so you will never have to wonder if you have the most recent version.

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Epinephrine Shortage - Creating an Epinephrine 0.1mg/mL Syringe 

Creating an Epinephrine 0.1mg/mL Syringe - Regional hospitals are experiencing a shortage of pre-filled epinephrine syringes.  Because of this, the pharmacies may reduce the number of pre-filled syringes from 8 to 0 inside Medication Kits being restocked. A card will be placed in the outer pouch of a Medication Kit if it is affected.  Please note that there is still a 30cc epinephrine 1mg/mL multi-dose vial in the Medication Kit.  You can prepare epinephrine 0.1mg/mL by expending 1 cc from a pre-filled 10 cc saline syringe and drawing 1 cc of epinephrine 1mg/mL from the multi-dose vial. As always, have your partner verify your medication prior to administering and label your syringe!

Please watch the following PEMS-produced training video on how to  appropriately create the correct dosage for an epinephrine 0.1mg/mL dose.  The video may be found on PEMS' YouTube channel at:  https://youtu.be/EzNXSgOd4dE

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PEMS Announces the 2022 Regional EMS Award Winners

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The Peninsulas Emergency Medical Services (PEMS) Council, Inc., is proud to announce the 2022 Regional EMS award winners recognizing the outstanding achievements and notable work of individuals, agencies, organizations and facilities who provide emergency medical services in the PEMS region (Peninsula, Middle Peninsula, and Northern Neck).  After a two-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PEMS held its annual Regional EMS Awards Ceremony at Busch Gardens to give special recognition to our nominees and award winners.  

This year’s theme EMS Strong: Rising to the Challenge is a relevant message for those in the EMS profession and reminds us that every day we are faced with so many new challenges in our lives and yet we still rise above them all and continue to respond, support, and care for the needs of our communities.  EMS Strong reminds us that strength in our field can be found in a variety of ways: bravery, self-sacrifice, passion and dedication.  Those in EMS are challenged to find both physical and mental strength daily.

Seek Help in an Emergency

It is important to know that if you have a time- sensitive medical emergency you need to get help immediately. That means going to the Emergency Room (ER) right away.

So what is a time-sensitive emergency? A heart attack, stroke or traumatic injury. In all of these cases, time is of the essence and you need to seek medical attention immediately. Don’t let fear delay you from getting the medical help you need.

Here’s what you need to do if you are having a time-sensitive emergency:

First call 9-1-1, the dispatcher is trained to help you decide if your medical emergency warrants a trip to the ER. If it does and you can’t drive yourself to the hospital, then an EMS agency will come pick you up and take you there. All EMS agencies are prepared and able to provide SAFE treatment and transport to the hospital. The Regional EMS Councils continue to work closely with the hospitals to ensure SAFE care through the transition into the emergency department.

 All of the dedicated medical personnel you meet will be dressed in appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Taking care of you and your immediate medical need is what the health care system was designed to do.

When it comes to a medical emergency, seeking help immediately is always the best and safest way to go.

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