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Have you ever wondered what a paramedic actually does? Zahir Vallie’s emergency services, Z-MED, is a well-known team of paramedics that provides essential services to those in need across Cape Town. To get a closer look at what the Z-MED team does, we asked one of the paramedics to explain their standard process when arriving at an emergency scene.
- The first step a paramedic takes when arriving at an emergency scene is to conduct a thorough assessment of the scene itself. This is done to ensure that it is safe for everyone involved. Hazards and potential dangers, such as traffic or fires, are identified, and steps are taken to control the scene and make it safe.
- After the scene has been deemed safe, the paramedic approaches the patient to conduct a primary survey. This is a critical step in assessing the patient’s level of consciousness, airway, breathing, and circulation.
- Based on the patient’s condition, the paramedic provides appropriate medical treatment. This may involve administering oxygen, starting an IV, administering medications, or performing other interventions to stabilize the patient. The paramedic’s expertise and training allow them to quickly identify and treat potentially life-threatening conditions.
- Once the patient is stabilized, the paramedic prepares them for transport to the hospital. This may involve using a stretcher or other equipment to move the patient safely to the ambulance and ensuring that they are secured during transport. The paramedic may also continue to provide ongoing medical treatment during transport.
- Throughout the process, the paramedic documents their assessment, treatment, and any other pertinent information about the patient’s condition. This documentation is critical for ensuring continuity of care and is often communicated to the receiving hospital or other healthcare providers.
Overall, the process of a paramedic arriving at a scene involves a careful assessment of the scene and the patient, providing appropriate medical treatment, transporting the patient to the hospital, and documenting the care provided. The expertise and skill of paramedics like those at Z-MED are essential in providing lifesaving care in emergency situations.
