Explain the influence of research and evidence-based decision making on EMS care.

Explanation should include

• the effects on on-scene care decisions
• the recording of patient data by an EMT
• improvement of EMS care through patient reports
• the effect of research on changes in healthcare guidelines.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How are new medical advancements integrated into EMS?
• What effect does military field medicine have on EMS?
• How is research involved in revision of local or state protocols?