EMS Magazine Monthly Insider October ‘07
Mike Rubin
Primum non nocere (first do no harm) is the prime directive for all medical professionals. EMS educators can reinforce this philosophy by discouraging prehospital practices that not only lack evidence of effectiveness, but may be hazardous to patients, says educator Mike Rubin, BS, NREMT-P. His October article, What Not to Do in EMS, presents a top 10 list of what to avoid in the field, including overuse of lights and sirens, inadequate patient documentation and tube misplacement during endotracheal intubation.
Listen as Martha Bonnie, MSE, gives an overview of the article and shares the inspiration behind its creation. She notes who is most at risk, which foods to suspect, and what to do if you suspect a foodborne illness.
Listen as Mike introduces himself and elaborates on this topic. He begins with the story of his unexpected transition into EMS after a career in engineering, and how he advises others to seek fulfillment as well.
Look for Mike’s full article, What Not to Do in EMS, in your October issue of EMS Magazine.
He seems to be an intelligent man. I like his way of thinking. At least we know this guy didn’t get into EMS for the money (since he left such a well paying career). His comments makes one realize that you don’t always need to treat ONLY by protocols, you also have to understand that other things could be going on as well and all things need to be considered when treating.