Oxygen tanks are used to deliver supplemental oxygen to patients who are struggling to breathe or whose oxygen levels are dangerously low.
A backboard is designed to immobilize the spine and prevent further injury during transport. It is used when a spinal injury is suspected.
A tourniquet is a last-resort device used to control life-threatening bleeding from a limb when direct pressure fails. Proper application is crucial to prevent complications.
An ECG/EKG monitor records the electrical activity of the heart, helping EMTs assess rhythm and detect abnormalities in patients with potential cardiac issues.
A suction unit is used to remove obstructions from a patient’s airway, ensuring proper ventilation and reducing the risk of aspiration.
