Disaster Preparedness of Nationally Certified Emergency Medical Services Professionals

• 2011

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• Antonio Fernandez; Jonathan Studnek; Gregg Margolis; J. Mac Crawford; Melissa Bentley; David Marcozzi
PMID: 21496144DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1553-2712.2011.01030.x

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This article describes how well emergency medical workers in the United States are prepared for disasters. The study looks at their training, knowledge, and confidence in handling big emergencies like natural disasters or terrorist attacks. It finds that while many EMS professionals have some disaster training, there are still gaps in their skills and readiness. The article suggests more education and practice to help them respond better during real disasters.

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Focus Areas: CBRNE; Natural Disasters; Trauma; Violence

Audience: EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Allied Health Personnel; Attitude of Health Personnel; Certification; Disaster Planning; Emergency Medical Services; Emergency Medical Technicians; Paramedics; Professional Competence; Terrorism; United States; Emergency Responders

Institutions: National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians

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