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2014

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Design And Implementation Of A Sustainable, University-Based, Emergency Medical Response Service, Octavia A. Mandel Struve May 2014

Design And Implementation Of A Sustainable, University-Based, Emergency Medical Response Service, Octavia A. Mandel Struve

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Collegiate-based emergency medical services (EMS), designed primarily to provide pre-hospital basic life support and emergency services, are venues by which nurses and other healthcare professionals, with an understanding of community health and social network issues, can maximize health promotion objectives for university and college campus communities. These EMS systems also provide vital support to city and county emergency services and promote positive community relationships with neighboring areas. They can provide excellent opportunities for students to develop critical skills for success in the healthcare and business world. The sustainability and vibrancy of collegiate-based EMS systems are primarily related to impact, benefit …