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emergency medical system (EMS)

Emergency Medical System (EMS). If victim unresponsive, phone 911 (active the EMS). For victims 1-8 years of age, phone 911 after 1 minute of CPR. For victim > 8 years of age, phone 911 immediately

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References

  1. Manual of Medical Therapeutics, 28th ed, Ewald & McKenzie (eds), Little, Brown & Co, Boston, 1995, pg 170
  2. ACLS - The Reference Texbook ACLS: Principles & Practice, Cummins RO et al (eds), American Heart Association, 2003 ISBN 0-87493-341-2