Ems Mistakes: When Is An Emt At Fault?

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Ems Mistakes When Is An Emt At Fault?
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First responders have an incredibly difficult
job. EMTs and Paramedics are tasked with being
the first responders in a line of medical
professionals responsible for saving lives. They
must arrive at a scene, administer lifesaving
care, and get a patient to the hospital. But what
happens when an EMT makes a mistake? Who will be
held liable? At the Weitz Firm, a knowledgeable
and experienced Philadelphia medical malpractice
lawyers want to discuss this topic. If you or a
loved one have been harmed due to the negligence
of a healthcare professional, they are here to
help.
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What Does Emt Negligence Look Like?
Just like any other licensed or certified
healthcare professional, EMTs and paramedics must
perform their duties at an appropriate level of
care. Some of the most common examples of what
can go wrong include an EMTs

• Failure To Arrive At The Scene In An Appropriate
  Time Frame After Receiving The Call

• Failure To Maintain And Upkeep Ambulance
  Equipment

• Failure To Obtain A Patients Medical History

• Improper Use Of Medical Devices

• Failure To Check Vital Signs Continuously During
  The Call

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• Failure To Check Vital Signs Continuously During
  The Call

• Administration Of The Wrong Medication Or An
  Incorrect Dosage

• Negligent Driving Behavior When Transporting The
  Patient

• Refusal to treat a patient due to discrimination
  (sexual, racial, etc.)

• Misdiagnosis or Inappropriate Treatment

There are various levels of EMT certifications
Basic, Intermediate, Paramedic. Each of these
levels is allowed to perform certain skills and
administer certain medications. A patient
requiring paramedic level care should never be
left to the care of an intermediate or basic EMT.
This could constitute negligence on the part of
the agency the EMTs work for.
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Who Can Be Held Liable For An Emts Mistake?

• In most cases, the agency or provider the EMT
  works for will be held accountable for the EMTs
  negligence. This can include
• Private transportation companies
• Medical facilities that employ EMTs
• Government entities (county or city)

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Can These Cases Become Wrongful
Death Cases?
Yes, a medical malpractice case involving an EMT
or paramedic can become wrongful death cases. It
must be proven that the negligent actions of the
EMT led to the death of the patient. Like a
medical malpractice case, a wrongful death case
requires extensive investigation.
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Let Get To Work On Your Case Today
If you or someone you love has been injured due
to the careless or negligent actions of an EMT,
please seek legal assistance today. At the Weitz
Firm, LLC specializes in medical malpractice
cases. a goal is to fully investigate what
happened in your case so They can secure the
compensation you deserve. This can include

• Compensation For All Medical Expenses Related To
  The Error(S)

• Coverage Of Lost Income And Benefits If You
  Cannot Work

• Loss Of Enjoyment Of Life Damages

• Pain And Suffering Damages

• Punitive Damages Against The Healthcare Provider
  Or Agency Responsible

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When you need a Philadelphia medical malpractice
attorney, you can contact them for a free
consultation by calling at 267-587-6240.
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