Action | Amend current regulations to include new regulations as a result of legislative changes and changes in the practice of EMS. |
Stage | Proposed |
Comment Period | Ended on 3/19/2010 |
I am in favor of the proposed language change to EMS regulations 12VAC5-31-390
“An EMS agency shall follow specialty care hospital triage plans for trauma, stroke, STEMI, and others as recognized by OEMS…”
STEMI is an extremely time sensitive condition and with a delay in care, the patient can experience irreversible damage to their body and delays can even cause death. It is very important that STEMI patients receive the appropriate care in a timely manner. By including this language in the EMS regulations, the Commonwealth can help to ensure that EMS personnel have a defined plan of care for STEMI patients and ensure that all STEMI patients receive appropriate care.