PULSE Magazine | September 2018 Issue

COMMUNICATIONS CALL OF THE QUARTER

1st quarter

Edwin Sanchez-Rodriguez – Call of the Quarter (Jan, Feb, March)

On February 13th Edwin took a call from a 2nd party caller requesting EMS for an elderly female that was complaining of being dizzy and short of breath. During triage, the patient lost consciousness and stopped breathing. Edwin moved flawlessly into CPR instructions. Edwin continued to coach his caller through compressions until first respond- ers arrived on scene and took over resuscitation efforts Edwin demonstrated exceptional caller manage- ment skills and provided timely and appropriate care for the patient. Please join us in congratulating Edwin on a job well done.

2nd quarter

Ken Bostick – Call of the Quarter (April, May, June)

On May 15th Ken took a call from a 1st party caller advising that she was 24 weeks pregnant, alone, and the baby was crowning. Ken moved quickly through triage and began to give instructions for the delivery. He reassured her that medics were on the way and that he was going to help her until they reached her. Less than 5 minutes later, Ken was moving to post-delivery instructions for the baby boy that could be heard crying in the background. Ken was able to reassure mom and provide excellent care for her and her son until first responders reach the patients. Please join us in congratulating Ken for his assistance in the birth of a screaming baby boy!

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