COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus

As mentioned at the beginning of this lecture, we will make every effort to update this lecture but please remember to follow your state protocols.  As we are made aware of these and other resources, we will post here.

NHTSA Office of EMS Resources:
https://www.ems.gov/projects/coronavirus_covid-19_resources.html

NAEMT State Protocol and Resources
https://www.naemt.org/initiatives/covid-19/state-resources

CA DPH EMS Guidance for COVID-19
https://emsa.ca.gov/covid19/

MA OEMS
Document: 1.2 Patient at Risk for COVID-19-4-8-20

Updated Emergency Statewide Treatment Protocol (sections h. and i. are added in this update), to now include placement of supraglottic airways by BLS providers in cardiac arrest scenarios. In-line filter use is mandatory unless supply shortages exist. For the latest updates on Emergency Medical Services Statewide Treatment Protocols, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/lists/emergency-medical-services-statewide-treatment-protocols