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Hand infections are important to recognize in the emergency setting. Prompt recognition and initiation of treatment are necessary to prevent loss of hand function. In the EMS setting, most infections will be seen in the context of traumatic injury.
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Paramedics Report Rampant Abuse While Trying to Offer Care

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Melissa

RENATA D’ALIESIO
From Friday’s Globe and Mail
Published Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011 8:23PM EST

Read the report here: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/paramedics-report-rampant-abuse-while-trying-to-offer-care/article2286801/

See the survey results here: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/violence-perpetrated-against-paramedics/article2286734/?from=2286801

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