Washington County EMS Protocols
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1,126 protocol sections indexed from this source.
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Local or regional EMS protocols for education and reference. Always confirm against your medical director's current protocols.
Study published EMS protocol material for Washington County, Texas by keyword or topic. Protocol Guide is an education and reference tool for EMS clinicians, students, and educators, not for bedside care.
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References in Washington County EMS
480 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.
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General 90
- PAGE-8ASOP9 DispatchingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-14ASOP11Search in appSource link
- PAGE-16Fatigue PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-24ASOP 28 Prisoner Patient FlightsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-37AC 02 Removed TNKase and Clopidogrel from the Protocol, AddedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-47Right Sided 12 LeadSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-53CPR – focus needs to be to verify ECG & Perform High Quality Standard CPR (SSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-55Paramedic (In addition to above)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-66CardiogenicSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-70CPR – focus needs to be to verify ECG & Perform High Quality Standard CPRSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-73Unstable, Conscious PatientSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-81Localized Localized with Dyspnea Systemic reaction & ShockSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-91NOTE: Signs and symptoms of hypo-perfusion include weight loss, dehydrationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-100NOTE: EPS SIGNSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-135AC 10 V-Tach with a PulseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-146AM 11 Pain Management (Long Bone, Pelvic Fracture, Large Burns)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-157Generic NameSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-191Washington County EMS GlucometerSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1946. Prepare the EZ-IO driver setSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-195Alternate EZ-IO Site TechniqueSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-202Vehicle ExtricationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-214Washington County EMS Taser Removal / TreatmentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-2176. If patient is intubated endotracheally or with a CombitubeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-2296. Report sign and symptoms of reaction immediately to physician toSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-230Washington County EMS COVID-19Search in appSource link
- PAGE-2319. All specimens must be hand-delivered while keeping cool prior to deliverySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-2454. The green check mark will flash until fluids reach the set temperature atSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-280Washington County EMS AccidentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-288Washington County EMS Back Up Units and Third PersonSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-297Washington County EMS Crew Quarters Care and Up-KeepSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-298previously deconned prior to being placed out of service) is a good time toSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-303Washington County EMS Dispatching and Communication IssuesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-305safety and decreasing response times as well as “radio chatter”. While radioSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-306for some reason this is performed via MDT it will be confirmed by communicationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-307perform a LEVEL 1 page at this time, notifying off duty employees of pendingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-308E!MSW•terSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-310Washington County EMS Eating OutSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-311Washington County EMS Education PaySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-312PRN EmployeesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-314Washington County EMS EmploymentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-316Washington County EMS EMS ChaplainSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-319Washington County EMS Equipment Left at HospitalsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-324Washington County EMS HAZMAT Scenes of BioterrorrismSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-3311. TDaP: A booster is requires every ten years after initial injectionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-332infectious materialsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-336Washington County EMS Inventory Control Part ASearch in appSource link
- PAGE-346Washington County EMS Off Duty PersonnelSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-347LEVEL-3 will be sent a text message when one unit is out of county, NOT PEAKSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-357Washington County EMS Radio LicenseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-359When considerable distance from unit (in the hospital, a restaurant, etc.)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-367Washington County EMS Third Out Riders Rules and RegulationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-370Washington County EMS Third Out Riders ReleaseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-372Washington County EMS Vehicle BreakdownSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-374Washington County EMS Vehicle OperationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-375Unless necessary for safety reasons, all emergency lighting and nonessentialSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-377personnel TDSHS certified or licensed. Those that are not TDSHS certified ofSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-378Washington County EMS Washington County EMS NEOP UniformSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-381Washington County EMS Washington County EMS "Petty Cash"Search in appSource link
- PAGE-387All above listed EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P1, and EMT-P2 skillsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-397Regional Response: 6 Mutual Aid Ambulances; 3 Air Rescue EMTF / STATE ResponseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-399Washington County EMS In Car Video and AudioSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-400Washington County EMS Fatigue Mitigation PlanSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-401Washington County EMS Mandatory OvertimeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-402Washington County EMS Air Policy Introduction StatementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-403Purpose / PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-404Purpose / PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-407PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-410Washington County EMS Crew Members ResponsibilitiesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-414Washington County EMS DispatchingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4169. The Air Flight Crew will provide bedside to bedside critical care during allSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-418PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-419PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-422PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-424PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-428v) Confirm that NVG equipment has been checked and know any restrictions toSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-429i) To conduct HNVGO the following equipment must be on the aircraft and fullySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4336. Other FormsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-434PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-436PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4413. Rapid refueling ("Hot Refueling") is permitted only when circumstances orSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-443PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-444Washington County EMS Stretcher Maximum Weight LimitSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-445PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-448PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-449PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-45320. Controlled Substances - LMSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-454TemperatureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-471The drainage device and the catheter from the patient are connected usingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-473Any interventions required by the crew to provide patient treatment orSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-488D) Use pressure control (PC) rather than volume control (VC) to carefullySearch in appSource link
Medical 6
- PAGE-169Washington County EMS Air Medical RescueSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-240Washington County EMS Aegis Neonatal Medical WrapSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-330feasible or a specific medical procedure requires it, use of a mechanical deviceSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-344Washington County EMS Medical Staff DelegationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-385Emergency Medical TechnicianSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-45116. Air Medical Crew Member Duties - FPCSearch in appSource link
Other references 347
- PAGE-2Table of ContentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-3AT09 Penetrating InjuriesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4General ProtocolsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-6SOP 21 EMS Teddy BearsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-7SOP 66 In Car Video and Audio (ICVA) PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-13Aviation Division ProtocolsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-15Acute Aortic DiseaseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-17Table of ContentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-18AT05 Eye InjuriesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-19Form 30 PromethazineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-20GP31 ResQPUMP SystemSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-21SOP 36 On Scene RolesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-22SP04.2 4 Month OldSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-23Aviation Division Drug FormularySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-32Policy / Protocol Comments / Notes / Changes DateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-33AT 09 Added Tourniquet 9/5/2012Search in appSource link
- PAGE-35AM 11 Added Must have a P3 present for administration ofSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-36GP04 Correction to the GP04, adding College Station to the 1Search in appSource link
- PAGE-38AC 04 Addition of Push Dose Epi for Ground Division 4/6/2023Search in appSource link
- PAGE-39Washington County EMS Standard of Care StatementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-40knowledge, training, judgment and expertise in pre-hospital care when caring forSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-41orders, EMS personnel shall initiate the most appropriate treatment for the mostSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-42AVIATION DIVISIONSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4312) When patient contact time is anticipated to be greater than 3 hours, carefulSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-443) Assess neurologic status every 5 minutes, more frequently if necessary; treatSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-45judgment will be exercised when evaluating patients for medicationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-46Washington County EMS 12 LeadSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-48Washington County EMS Acute Coronary Syndrome / Chest PainSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-493. Attach precordial leads (remember- if the precordial leads are attached andSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-50ith Nitroglycerin, Administer increment doses of 25-50 mcg up to (max ofSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-52Washington County EMS Asystole / PEASearch in appSource link
- PAGE-54Washington County EMS BradycardiaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-57Washington County EMS Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-584. Administer 0.4 mg NITRO Tablet SL if systolic BP is over 100 mmHg. If duringSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-60EXAMPLES: A patient in CHF with Bradycardia. Your evaluation of the pt. InSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-61patients. It will be a general practice that the procedure of intubation will beSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-63Washington County EMS PSVTSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-65Washington County EMS ShockSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-67Aviation DivisionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-68Washington County EMS V-Fib / Pulseless V-TachSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-6910. For patients in **refractory ventricular fibrillation after multipleSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-72Washington County EMS V-Tach W/ PulseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-75Washington County EMS Ventricular Ectopy PVC'sSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-76Washington County EMS Induced HypothermiaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-77k. Administered Midazolam 2 mg Q 5 minutes with a Max of 10 mg. (OR utilize 1-3Search in appSource link
- PAGE-78Washington County EMS A Fib / A Flutter RVRSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-79Washington County EMS Alcohol EmergencySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-80Washington County EMS Allergic Reaction / AnaphylaxisSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-82Washington County EMS AsthmaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-83Washington County EMS COPDSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-84Washington County EMS CVA / StrokeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-856. DO NOT treat the BP with any acute signs of CVA. (i.e. paralysis, droolingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-86Suspected Stroke Guidelines - Appendix ASearch in appSource link
- PAGE-87Brazos Valley Stroke Centers - Appendix BSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-89Washington County EMS DehydrationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-90Washington County EMS Diabetic EmergencySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-92Washington County EMS Heat Related EmergenciesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-93HEAT CRAMPSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-94Washington County EMS HypertensionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-95Washington County EMS Nausea / VomitingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-961. Or may also consider 6.25 – 25 mg IV Promethazine for complaints of nausea orSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-97Washington County EMS Pain ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-98WarningsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-99Washington County EMS Psychiatric EmergencySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-101Washington County EMS Seizures / EpilepticusSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-102Aviation DivisionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-103Washington County EMS Toxicological Emerg/Poisonings/OverdoseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-104Check blood sugar, give D50 if indicatedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-105Washington County EMS SepsisSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-106Washington County EMS Mental Health Transport GuidelinesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-108Washington County EMS BurnsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1097. If evidence of inhalation injury present with progressive airway compromiseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-110CHEMICAL BURNSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-111EMT - BasicSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-112EMT - BasicSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-113CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES TO THE EYE(S)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-114Washington County EMS Helmet RemovalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-116Listed are the only aspects of patient care that, in most cases, would beSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-117Washington County EMS Insect, Animal or Snake BitesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-118Washington County EMS Penetrating InjuriesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-119EMT - Intermediate (In addition to above)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-120ISOLATED EXTREMITY WOUNDSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1214. Any impaled object to the torso (chest, abdomen, back, lower neck, orSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-122NOTES: If the patient is awake and cooperates, have him/her cough (this removesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-123Washington County EMS Quick ClotSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-125Glasgow Coma Score: Child/Adult ResponseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-1275. Continue to re-assess the patient and contact the receiving facilitySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-129transport the patient. Upon reaching the occiput, if the patient has notSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-130Washington County EMS AcetaminophenSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-131Washington County EMS Activated CharcoalSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-132Washington County EMS AdenosineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-133Washington County EMS AlbuterolSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-134Washington County EMS AmiodaroneSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-136Washington County EMS AspirinSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-137Washington County EMS Atropine SulfateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-138Washington County EMS DextroseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-139Generic Name: DiltiazemSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-140Generic Name: DiphenhydramineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-141Generic Name: DopamineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-142Generic Name: EpinephrineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-143AC 08 Shock (Anaphylatic)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-144Generic Name: EtomidateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-145Generic Name: Fentanyl NitrateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-147Washington County EMS FurosemideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-148Washington County EMS Ipatropium BromideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-149Washington County EMS Ketamine HydrochlorideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-150Washington County EMS LabetalolSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-151Generic Name: LidocaineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-152Generic Name: Magnesium SulfateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-153Generic Name: Midazolam HydrochlorideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-154Generic Name: Morphine SulfateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-155Generic Name: NaloxoneSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-156Generic Name: NitroglycerineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-158Generic Name: NorepinephrineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-159Generic Name: OndansetronSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-160Generic Name: Oral GlucoseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-161Generic Name: OxygenSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-162Generic Name: PromethazineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-163Generic Name: Rocuronium BromideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-164Generic Name: Sodium BicarbonateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-165Generic Name: SuccinycholineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-166Trade Name: BetaxinSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-167Washington County EMS Tranexamic AcidSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-168Washington County EMS Vecuronium BromideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-171Washington County EMS Blood DrawSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-172ProcedureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-173Washington County EMS Blind Nasal Tracheal IntubationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-174Washington County EMS Bypass ProtocolSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-175Diversion Activation CategoriesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-176Washington County EMS Chest DecompressionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-177Washington County EMS Chest DecompressionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-178Washington County EMS Supraglottic Airway Decive (s)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-179Using the King LTSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-180E. EquipmentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-181G. Removal: (If required)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-182Washington County EMS Dead On Scene / DNRSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-183The Texas DNR form is not to be honored, and full resuscitative effortsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-184Unusual or suspicious circumstances are involved (suspected homicide orSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-188Washington County EMS ETCO2Search in appSource link
- PAGE-189Washington County EMS External Jugular AccessSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-190Washington County EMS Geographical AreaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-192Washington County EMS I.O. and E.Z. I.OSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-193E.Z. IOSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-197Washington County EMS Non-Certified / LicensedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-198Washington County EMS Patient RestraintSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-199ParamedicSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-200Washington County EMS Patient StatusSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-201Washington County EMS Resource AllocationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-203Washington County EMS Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-204If Etomidate is contraindicated for RSI there are several other options forSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-205Fentanyl 1-3 mcg/kkSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-206Washington County EMS Transport VentilatorSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-207Introduction: This device is an advanced ventilator that replicates the typeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-208Sedation /Pain ManagementSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-209Washington County EMS CPAPSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-210Relative ContraindicationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-212Washington County EMS RAD 57 Pulse OximeterSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-213o These patients should be removed from the exposed environment and placed onSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-215Washington County EMS ET Inducer Device (Bougie)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-216Washington County EMS ResQPod (Impedence Threshold Device)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-218Washington County EMS Treat and ReleaseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-219Non sterile 4x4Search in appSource link
- PAGE-220Washington County EMS Saline LocksSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-221Washington County EMS CricothyrotomySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-222Washington County EMS Spinal Motion RestrictionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-223Washington County EMS Full Body Vacuum SplintSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-224Washington County EMS FAST ExamSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-2254 viewsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-227Washington County EMS ResQCPR SystemSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-228Washington County EMS Blood Product AdministrationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-234Washington County EMS Hyperthermia and FeverSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-235Serotonin syndrome (SS) is a potentially life-threatening condition associatedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-236Washington County EMS Texas EMS Wristband ProgramSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-237Washington County EMS Discontinuation of Prehospital ResuscitationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-238The family is counseled on the patient’s unchanged condition and impendingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-241attachment, continue downward and secure both straps to each fastener on bothSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-242Washington County EMS LUCASSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-243Special ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-244Washington County EMS Warrior Lite Blood and Fluid WarmerSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-247American College of Surgeon / DSHS / TSA-N GuidanceSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-248Washington County EMS Immunization ProgramSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-249Authorization: Special Operations Paramedics (only)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-250These vaccines will not be kept on licensed DSHS Ambulances and will be storedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-251Washington County EMS Obstetrics EmergenciesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-252Consider the following while performing your assessment and history takingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-255ASYSTOLE & PULSELESS ARREST – See attached AlgorithmSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-274Washington County EMS Rescue Paramedic OperationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-276INTUBATIONSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-278Washington County EMS BISD Medically Fragile PatientsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-279Washington County EMS Aeromedical PoliciesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-281damage to the unit is minimal and the unit can be operated safely, haveSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-282Washington County EMS Ambulance Run ReportSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-283documentation is the patient’s signature, or an authorized signer on theSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-284hospital information as your sole source of information, ASK THE PATIENT! AskSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-285RUN TYPE REQUIREMENTSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-286First, let’s look at what an emergency transport is. CMS defines an emergencySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-287by other means may result in injury or would otherwise endanger the patient’sSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-289Washington County EMS Camera PhonesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-290BillingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-291Washington County EMS Confidentiality / Release of Patient InformationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-292adjudicated incapitated [incompetent] to manage the patient’s personal affairsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-293(14) For use in a research project authorized by an institution review boardSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-294Washington County EMS Complaints with Hospital PersonnelSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-295Washington County EMS Consent to Treatment and TransportSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-2961. The minor is on active duty with the Armed Services of the United States ofSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-299Washington County EMS Crime SceneSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-3001. Approach no crime scene until it has been secured for your safetySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-301Washington County EMS Dead on SceneSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-302death and sign the death certificateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-304be done when time permits. Its importance is greater during evening hours toSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-309Washington County EMS Driver / Attendant ResponsibiltiesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-313Washington County EMS Emergency Transfer PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-315Washington County EMS Employee ImmunizationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-317Washington County EMS EMS Teddy BearsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-318Washington County EMS EMS ExplorersSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-320Washington County EMS Fire ResponsesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-3211. Upon arrival at a fire incident, the EMS unit will notify communicationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-322Washington County EMS Forced EntrySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-323Washington County EMS Handling of ValuablesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-326Washington County EMS Incident ReportsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-327Operational ContinueSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-328Washington County EMS Infection Control, Bloodborne PathogensSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-329vehicle seatsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-333potentially infectious fluids (Sharps injury, Non-intact skin, and MucousSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-334incidentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-335separately. Prior to applying clean linens to the stretcher, personnel shallSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-337Washington County EMS Inventory Control Part BSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-338a. Date receivedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-339Policy: Narc-04 - Daily Inventory / TrackingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-340Washington County EMS Inventory Control Part CSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-341SignCopy of 222Search in appSource link
- PAGE-342Washington County EMS Jail ResponsesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-343Washington County EMS Media RelationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-345with the FTOSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-348Washington County EMS On Scene RolesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-349OTHER EMS SERVICES ON THE SCENESearch in appSource link
- PAGE-350Washington County EMS Patient's Family Members as RidersSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-351Washington County EMS Patient RestraintSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-352Washington County EMS Private or On Scene PhysicianSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-353Agreed to fully document the interventionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-354Washington County EMS Protective ClothingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-355attendant’s time. The equipment should be dawned prior to responding (whenSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-356Care and upkeep of PPESearch in appSource link
- PAGE-358Washington County EMS Radio / Telephone CommunicationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-360Washington County EMS Refusal or Treatment and TransportSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-3611. Oriented to person, place, and situation?Search in appSource link
- PAGE-362Washington County EMS Self ProtectionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-363Washington County EMS Sexual AssaultSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-364Washington County EMS Special PatientsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-365Know the gestation of the pregnant patientSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-366Washington County EMS Telephone Answering PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-368shorts, and t-shirts are prohibited. Cleanliness and physical hygiene areSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-369Washington County EMS Third Out Riders in EMS UnitsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-371Washington County EMS Transporting Violent PatientsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-373Washington County EMS Vehicle MaintenanceSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-376Washington County EMS Washington County First RespondersSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-379Washington County EMS Washington County EMS Computer UseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-380Washington County EMS Wash Co EMS "Safe Baby Moses Site"Search in appSource link
- PAGE-382Washington County EMS BISD Medically Fragile Patients PolicySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-383Washington County EMS Authorization to PracticeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-384into subsequent years of service. The Trainee’s performance will be evaluated bySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-386Paramedic (P1) has a current “departmental clearance to practice authorization”Search in appSource link
- PAGE-388Washington County EMS Quality Process Improvement PlanSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-390Should continual benchmark failures or protocol deviations occur, a retrainingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-391Washington County EMS School Related Transportation IncidentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-392Level 4 Bus IncidentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-393WCEMS SCHOOL BUS RELEASE OF SERVICE FORMSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-395Washington County EMS Response to Mass Patients IncidentsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-396Rescue, or additional EMS units, and the need for EMS department RecallSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-398Washington County EMS No Patient FoundSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-405Washington County EMS Aircraft SwapSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-406Washington County EMS Additional PoliciesSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-408PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-409PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4113) EnrouteSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-412other with patient care as needed. Maintains communication as wellSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-41310) Sterile CockpitSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-415Washington County EMS EMTALASearch in appSource link
- PAGE-417PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-420PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-421Washington County EMS HazMatSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-423PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-425PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-426PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-427PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-430Washington County EMS Passengers Accompanying Patients DuringSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4316. If a Third Rider is on duty, he/she may be asked to stay at the transferringSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-432Washington County EMS Patient Care Reporting and DocumentationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-435PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-437PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4388) Place patient on stretcher, apply straps, and secure stretcher in aircraftSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-439PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-440PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-442PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-446PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-447PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-450PurposeSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4524. DopplerSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-455Washington County EMS Acute Aortic DiseaseSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4567) For interfacility patients found to be receiving Nitroprusside or NicardipineSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-457Washington County EMS Arterial Line Maintenance/MonitoringSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-45816) Zero transducer “to atmosphere”Search in appSource link
- PAGE-459Washington County EMS Atmospheric PressureSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-460CheyenneSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-461Washington County EMS ETT Clamping – Maintaining PEEPSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-462PROCEDURESearch in appSource link
- PAGE-463PROCEDURESearch in appSource link
- PAGE-464E) Remove syringe from stem valve and close cap tightly over port to avoidSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-465Washington County EMS Intra-aortic Balloon Pump TransportSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-466Transport of patients with IABP in place requires that the sending facility sendSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-467Washington County EMS Impella DeviceSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-468Confirmation of adequate remaining purge and pressure sidearm solutions forSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-469Washington County EMS Intracranial Drainage and MonitoringSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-470Traumatic subdural and intraventricular hemorrhageSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-472o Intermittent drainage: Keep the EVD stopcock "off" to drain and "open" to theSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-475Washington County EMS MeningitisSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-476A) This is an unreliable assessment in the newborn through toddler populationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-478B) For glucose 200-300 mg/dl, infuse D5NS at maintenance rateSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-479Corrected serum sodium is 136.8 or 137Search in appSource link
- PAGE-480Washington County EMS Pulmonary Artery Catheter ManagmentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4815) Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for sample waveforms and informationSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-482B) If a physician is not available, the following may be performedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-483Check/tighten all connectionsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-484Washington County EMS ShockSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-485dilated cardiomyopathies, stunned myocardium following prolonged ischemia orSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-486A) HypotensionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-487F) Consider administration of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) if local policy permitsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-489Cardiogenic Shock Key ParametersSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-490Washington County EMS Thoracostomy Tube CareSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4912) Avoid kinking, twisting or pulling of the thoracostomy tube. Use cautionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4924) The presence or absence of air leakSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-494due to chemical paralysis. For chemically paralyzed patients experiencingSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-496Washington County EMS Orogastric and Nasogastric Tube InsertionSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-497nostril along the floor of the nasal passage. Do not orient the tip upward intoSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4981) Don personal protective equipmentSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-499Washington County EMS Calcium ChlorideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-500Washington County EMS EsmololSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-501Washington County EMS HeparinSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-502Washington County EMS LorazepamSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-5033. Apnea may be potentiated in a patient who is also alcohol intoxicatedSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-504Neonatal ConsiderationsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-505Washington County EMS MethylprednisoloneSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-506Washington County EMS Nicardipine HydrochlorideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-507Washington County EMS OxytocinSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-508Washington County EMS PropofolSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-509Washington County EMS Sodium NitroprussideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-510Caution in the patient who has had chronic hypertension prior to onset ofSearch in appSource link
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- PAGE-5SP03 Pediatric ACLSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-253Washington County EMS Pediatric ACLSSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-257Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages - Handtevey GuideSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-258Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (Newborn)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-259Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (4 Month old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-260Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (6 Month Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-261Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (1 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-262Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (2 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-263Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (3 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-264Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (4 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-265Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (5 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-266Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (6 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-267Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (7 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-268Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (8 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-269Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (9 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-270Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (10 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-271Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (11 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-272Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (12 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-273Washington County EMS Pediatric Medication Dosages (13 Year Old)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-477Washington County EMS Pediatric Diabetic KetoacidosisSearch in appSource link
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Trauma 13
- PAGE-34AT 13 Changes to AT 13 Trauma Protocol / C-Spine Clearance 10/12/2015Search in appSource link
- PAGE-107Washington County EMS Basic Trauma Life Support ( BTLS)Search in appSource link
- PAGE-115Washington County EMS Initial Assessment & Trmt. of Trauma PtSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-124Washington County EMS Trauma Management GeneralSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-126Washington County EMS Trauma Protocol / Scene SurveySearch in appSource link
- PAGE-128Washington County EMS Trauma Protocol / C-Spine ClearanceSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-170Activation and Pre-hospital Trauma TriageSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-239Trauma Arrest Termination of Resuscitation ChecklistSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-246R1 Patient not awake and appropriate R1 GCS <13 due to traumaSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-275Washington County EMS Special Trauma Considerations - PediatricsSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-277Washington County EMS Special Trauma Considerations - Pregnant FemaleSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-493Washington County EMS Trauma CareSearch in appSource link
- PAGE-4954) Children with abdominal trauma associated with blood loss will maintain theirSearch in appSource link
Frequently asked questions
Which EMS protocols are loaded for Washington County, Texas?
The source is Washington County EMS, a local or regional EMS book.
How is search scoped?
Search for Washington County is scoped to the loaded protocols of Washington County EMS.
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.