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Emergency Medical Services
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Medical
Undergraduate 4
01/13/2011
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What is EMS?
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A highly specialized chain of resources designed to minimize the impact of sudden injury and illness on our society.
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Medical Director
 Definition
A physician who assumes ultimate responsibiliy for the patient care aspects of the EMS system
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Emergency Medical Responder
 Definition
Level of training designed for the person who is often first at the scene. The emphasis is on activating the EMS system and providing immediate care for life-threatning injuries or illnesses, controlling the scene, and preparing for the arrival of the ambulance
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