South Dakota EMS Protocols
Browse 66 South Dakota county protocol reference pages. Each page labels local books, state-published sets, or national model guidelines. Protocol Guide is an education and reference tool, not for bedside care. Always confirm against your medical director's current protocols.
Every county page names its source set. Local and regional books appear where available; state-published sets and national model guidelines are labeled as fallbacks.
Consult medical direction / follow your agency's protocols.
References in South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
172 references from this source book, grouped by indexed category. This index was exported 2026-09-30, not the book's publication date. Confirm the current source with your agency before use.
Behavioral 1
Cardiac 1
General 6
- PAGE-44presence or absence of masses and presence and nature of tenderness/painSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-45End-of-Life Care/Palliative CareSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-46Notes/Educational PearlsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-52From: Odhner M, Wegman D, Freeland N, Ingersoll G. Evaluation of a newly developed non-verbal pain scaleSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-72o Time of death determinationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-117or splintSearch in appSource link
Medical 4
- PAGE-14resulting from refusal of medical careSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-22direct medical oversight if VAD coordinator unavailableSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-26General MedicalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-36• Medical or physical complications (including sudden death) in patientsSearch in appSource link
Other references 148
- PAGE-4Universal CareSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-5ii. Obstructed airway, laryngectomy, or tracheostomy – go to Airway ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-6f. NeurologicSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-7Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-8hypertension should be considered concerning, and care should be providedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-9Glasgow Coma ScaleSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-10Functional NeedsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-11a. Language Barriers:Search in appSource link
- PAGE-121. The animal is out of control and the animal's handler does not takeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-13Patient RefusalsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-15timeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-16CardiovascularSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-17iv. History from others on scene, including seizures or shaking, presence ofSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-18vi. Lethal dysrhythmiaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-19Chest Pain/Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)/ST-segment Elevation Myocardial InfarctionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-203. The 12-lead EKG is the primary diagnostic tool that identifies a STEMI; It is imperative thatSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-21Implantable Ventricular Assist DevicesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-23Quality ImprovementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-24Suspected Stroke/Transient Ischemic AttackSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-253. If seizure activity present, treat per Seizures guidelineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-27e. AppendicitisSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-28Pertinent Assessment FindingsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-29Abuse and MaltreatmentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-30Inclusion/Exclusion CriteriaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-31Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-32a law enforcement officer. Any person who knowingly fails to make the required report is guiltySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-342. Physical Management DevicesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-35Notes/Educational PearlsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-37Anaphylaxis and Allergic ReactionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-38Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-39iii. Chest tightness or throat constrictionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-40Altered Mental StatusSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-41Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-42Back PainSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-432. Assess for signs of shock. If shock is present, provide treatment per appropriate ShockSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-47HyperglycemiaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-48Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-49HypoglycemiaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-51Pain ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-53DescriptiveSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-54© 2002, The Regents of the University of Michigan. All Rights Reserved.Search in appSource link
- PAGE-55© 2002, The Regents of the University of Michigan. All Rights Reserved.Search in appSource link
- PAGE-56SeizuresSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-57nasopharyngeal airwaySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-59ShockSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-60f. Frequent or no urinationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-61Pertinent Assessment FindingsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-62ResuscitationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-65a. If ETCO 2 less than 10 mmHg during the initial phases of resuscitation, attempt toSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-66ii. In addition, conventional CPR is preferred in children, since it is associated withSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-6712. The EMS agency must perform a QI review of care and outcome, overseen by the agencySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-68Adult Post-ROSC (Return of Spontaneous Circulation) CareSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-69Notes/Educational PearlsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-70Determination of Death/Withholding Resuscitative EffortsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-71Patient ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-73Do Not Resuscitate Status/Advance Directives/Healthcare Power of Attorney (POA) StatusSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-74respirations), EMS providers should provide standard appropriate treatment under existingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-75Termination of Resuscitative EffortsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-76Patient ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-77Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-79Patient ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-80Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-82a. Supraglottic devices should be utilized only if bag-valve-mask ventilation failsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-83Neonatal ResuscitationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-84Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-85b. When it does not encumber necessary assessment or required interventions, “kangarooSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-86• Physical exam findingsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-87OB/GYNSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-88clampsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-89ii. If head fails to deliver, place gloved hand into vagina with fingers betweenSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-90d. Limb presentationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-91Eclampsia/Pre-EclampsiaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-92Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-93Obstetrical and Gynecological ConditionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-942. MonitoringSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-96h. Abnormal mental statusSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-97a. Tubes should be secured with either a commercial tube holder or tapeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-98Bronchospasm (due to Asthma and Obstructive Lung Disease)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-99Patient ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-100relfexSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-101Pulmonary EdemaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-102b. Suction the nose and/or mouth (via bulb, Yankauer, suction catheter) if excessiveSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-103iii. SinusitisSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-105ii. Assess gross motor movement of extremitiesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-106Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-107Notes/Educational PearlsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-109Blast InjuriesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1106. ExposureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-111Pertinent Assessment FindingsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-112BurnsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-114• Pulse and capillary refill exam distally on any circumferentially burned extremitySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-116ii. If the bleeding site is not amenable to tourniquet placement (i.e. junctionalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-120Performance MeasuresSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-121Head InjurySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-122Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-123should be padded and immobilized in a position of comfort and may not tolerate a cervicalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-124High Threat Considerations/Active Shooter ScenarioSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-125a. Maintain situational awarenessSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-126Spinal CareSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1272. Patients with penetrating injury to the neck should not be placed in a cervical collar or otherSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-128Notes/Educational PearlsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-129Toxins and EnvironmentalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-130ix. ArrhythmiasSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-131vii. “Tachy” like a pink flamingo (tachycardia and hypertension)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-132Patient ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1334. Monitor level of consciousnessSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-134Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors (Carbamates, Nerve Agents, Organophosphates) ExposureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-13510. Continuous and ongoing patient reassessment is criticalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1368. Signs and symptoms with large acetylcholinesterase inhibitor agent exposures (regardless ofSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-137and Drug Administration (FDA), but they can be considered for the initial treatmentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-138Radiation ExposureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-139Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-140Pertinent Assessment FindingsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-141Topical Chemical BurnSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-142Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-143Quality ImprovementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-144Bites and EnvenomationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-145Treatment and InterventionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-147Carbon Monoxide/Smoke InhalationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1486. Patient physical examinationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-149Quality ImprovementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-150Opioid Poisoning/OverdoseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1513. Assess the patient for other etiologies of altered mental status including hypoxia (pulseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-152b. Be prepared for this potential scenario and take the appropriate measures in advance toSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-154Riot Control AgentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-156Hyperthermia/Heat ExposureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-157Patient ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-158available to EMSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1598. There is no evidence supporting EMS utilizing orthostatic vital signsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-160Hypothermia/Cold ExposureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1612. History – Along with standard SAMPLE-type history, additional patient history shouldSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-162Hypothermia, belowSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-163Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-164Pertinent Assessment FindingsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-165DrowningSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-166guidelineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1678. Active efforts to expel water from the airway (by abdominal thrusts or other means) shouldSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-168Dive (SCUBA) Injury/AccidentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1695. Assess for hypothermia, treat per Hypothermia/Cold Exposure guidelineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-170Performance MeasuresSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-171Conducted Electrical Weapon Injury (e.g. TASER®)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-172Patient Safety ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-173Electrical InjuriesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1745. Obtain 12-Lead EKGSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-175Performance MeasuresSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-176Lightning/Lightning Strike InjurySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-177i. AnxietySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-178Quality ImprovementSearch in appSource link
Pediatric 3
Respiratory 3
Trauma 6
- PAGE-104TraumaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-108Definition of a Trauma Team Alert Patient:Search in appSource link
- PAGE-1132. Follow ABCs of resuscitation per the General Trauma Management guidelineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-115Extremity Trauma/External Hemorrhage ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-118Facial/Dental TraumaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1193. Eye trauma:Search in appSource link
County protocol sources in South Dakota
- auroraState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Beadle CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- bennettState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- bon-hommeState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Brookings CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Brown CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- bruleState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- buffaloState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Butte CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- campbellState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- charles-mixState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- clarkState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- clayState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Codington CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- corsonState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- custerState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Davison CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- dayState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- deuelState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- deweyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- douglasState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- edmundsState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- fall-riverState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- faulkState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- grantState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- gregoryState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- haakonState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- hamlinState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- handState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- hansonState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- hardingState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- hughesState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- hutchinsonState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- hydeState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- jacksonState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- jerauldState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- jonesState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- kingsburyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- lakeState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Lawrence CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Lincoln CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- lymanState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- marshallState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- mccookState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- mcphersonState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Meade CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- melletteState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- minerState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Minnehaha CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Moody CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Oglala Lakota CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Pennington CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- perkinsState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- potterState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Roberts CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- sanbornState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- spinkState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- stanleyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- sullyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- toddState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- trippState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- turnerState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- unionState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- walworthState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- Yankton CountyState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
- ziebachState-published set · South Dakota Department of Health Office of EMS (State Protocols)
Frequently asked questions
Which South Dakota counties are on Protocol Guide?
66 South Dakota county pages are listed on this page. Each one labels whether its source is a local book, a state-published set, or national model guidelines.
How is search scoped?
Search is scoped to the county and agency you pick, using the protocols loaded for that agency.
Can I use this at the bedside?
No. Protocol Guide is an education and reference tool. Consult medical direction. Always confirm against your medical director's current protocols and follow your agency's protocols.