For many Emergency medical services (EMS) systems, a similar [[model]] can sometimes still be applied. Once a full response has occurred and many hands are available, virtually every paramedic will use the model included in their [[service]] policy and standing orders. In the earliest stages of an incident, however, when there are one or two paramedics and twenty or more patients, sheer [[practicality]] demands that the above model will be used. As in virtually all aspects of EMS, there are times when 'back to basics' is the only approach that will be effective. | For many Emergency medical services (EMS) systems, a similar [[model]] can sometimes still be applied. Once a full response has occurred and many hands are available, virtually every paramedic will use the model included in their [[service]] policy and standing orders. In the earliest stages of an incident, however, when there are one or two paramedics and twenty or more patients, sheer [[practicality]] demands that the above model will be used. As in virtually all aspects of EMS, there are times when 'back to basics' is the only approach that will be effective. |