Burnout is a growing concern across healthcare, but how deep does it run in EMS, and what’s the real cost? In this episode, we explore a national survey of EMS clinicians that uncovers critical insights into well-being, workforce stability, and what might be driving providers away from the profession. Join us to find out how burnout is measured, why it matters more than ever, and what the data reveal about the future of the EMS workforce.

Violence against EMS clinicians is rising—but what if we could see it coming? This month’s Journal Club explores Aggressive Behavior Risk Assessment Tool for EMS (ABRAT-EMS), a simple yet powerful 3-item checklist that helps identify potentially violent patients before transport. With strong sensitivity and specificity, this tool could be a game-changer for EMS safety. Tune in as our panel dives into how it works, what it means for frontline providers, and where it fits into broader violence prevention strategies.

Article: Aggressive Behavior Risk Assessment Tool for Emergency Medical Services https://www-sciencedirect-com.libproxy.uthscsa.edu/science/article/pii/S2688115225000530

For EMS clinicians, clinical judgment involves higher-order thinking, beginning with clinical reasoning and culminating in clinical decision-making. Existing frameworks suggest that other constructs like leadership and communication may also influence clinical judgment. This evaluation aimed to determine whether leadership and communication are integrated within the broader concept of clinical judgment. Presented Live from Accreditcon 2025.

Article: Understanding higher-order constructs of leadership and communication in EMS clinical judgment https://bmcmededuc.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12909-024-06282-5

This month's PCRF Education Journal Club dives into a systematic review exploring simulation-based education in paramedic training. With clinical placements under pressure, could sim labs be the future—or are we missing something vital? Tune in, read up, and bring your thoughts to the discussion—let’s break it down together! Article: Systematic review of the evidence for using simulation to replace clinical practice

In this episode of the Prehospital Care Research Forum's Journal Club, we examine the results of the TRAUMOX2 Randomized Clinical Trial, which compares early restrictive and liberal oxygen strategies for trauma patients. Tune in as we break down the findings, discuss the implications for prehospital and emergency care, and explore how oxygen management could influence outcomes for trauma patients. Don’t miss this critical analysis of one of the year’s most impactful studies! Article: Early Restrictive vs Liberal Oxygen for Trauma Patients: The TRAUMOX2 Randomized Clinical Trial

How do stress, empathy, and coping strategies impact the clinical competency of paramedic students? In this episode of the education journal club of the Prehospital Care Research Forum Podcast, we delve into the fascinating findings of a study exploring these critical factors in paramedic education. Join us as we uncover how students navigate the pressures of clinical practice, the role of empathy in patient care, and strategies for turning stress into a powerful learning tool.

Article: Effects of Clinical Practice Stress, Stress Coping, and Empathy on Clinical Competence among Paramedic Students

In this episode of the Prehospital Care Research Forum's Journal Club, we discuss the findings of a qualitative study examining the acceptability of providing take-home naloxone kits by EMS to individuals at risk of opioid overdose. Discover the insights from the study, including patient perspectives, potential barriers, and the implications for overdose prevention strategies. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on how EMS can play a pivotal role in combating the opioid crisis.

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10903127.2024.2435034?src=

In this episode of the education journal club of the Prehospital Care Research Forum Podcast, we explore the groundbreaking pilot study, "Perceptions and Use of Automated Hospital Outcome Data by EMS Providers." Join us as we dive into the findings on how EMS professionals view and utilize automated hospital outcome data, the challenges of data integration, and its potential to enhance prehospital care. Discover what this research means for bridging the gap between EMS and hospital systems and how it could shape the future of data-driven emergency care.

https://escholarship.org/uc/item/24b143f2

In this episode of the Prehospital Care Research Forum's journal club, we take a deep dive into the 2024 Systematic Review of Evidence-Based Guidelines for Prehospital Care. From groundbreaking updates to practical applications, we’ll explore how these guidelines are shaping the future of EMS. Join us to learn what’s new, what’s impactful, and how it all translates to better outcomes in the field. Don’t miss this essential episode for EMS professionals striving to stay at the forefront of evidence-based care!

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10903127.2024.2412299#abstract

Prehospital Guidelines Consortium: https://prehospitalguidelines.org

EMS Research Reading List: https://prehospitalguidelines.org/reading-list/

A new potential treatment for patient agitation and safety intervention for EMS: oral risperidone. While the medication has been around since the early 1990s, it has only recently been used in EMS. Join us for this month's Prehospital Care Research Forum Journal Club as we explore this treatment's feasibility, safety, and potential!

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10903127.2024.2361133#