Endotracheal Tubes

The endotracheal tube, or ETT, is a crucial piece of any EMS gear. The insertion of the ETT is called intubation. While this process can be difficult at times, a laryngoscope can be used to aid intubation. The attendant’s fingers can also be used, which is called “digital intubation.” The desired region of the tub should be about 2 centimeters above the carina, or the bifurcation of the lungs. After this it is connected to an oxygen source or a self-inflating bag.

EMT supplies like the ETT are used most often during cardiac arrest, respiratory arrest, or for general anesthesia, when non invasive breathing methods are not practical or efficient.

Sir Ivan Magill was the inventor of this EMS gear, the need for which came from soldiers in WWI with extreme facial injuries and the inability to deliver anesthesia with a mask. Today most tracheotomies are oral, however nasotracheal intubation is also common, especially during mouth surgeries. This protects the patient from their own blood, vomitus, or any other regurgitation. The ETT is one of the most important EMT supplies. Here’s a how to video:

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Tips and Vids For Emergency Medical Supplies

Here are Dixie EMS Supply, we're committed to giving you the safest and the best EMS gear around town. That's why this week, we've assembled some instructional videos to help you with some tips about emergency medical supplies.





And though you may think you already know, it's important to know how the pros do it:


For hospital administrators, EMS gear can offer a lot of choices. We have over 50,000 emergency medical supplies, all at wholesale prices. From airway maintenance to pharmaceuticals, and even for medical education, we have everything you need. Read More!

EMT Is The Job For Me

I work in an ambulance as an EMT. Sure, it can be kind of stressful at times, but it is rewarding rushing to a scene where someone is in dire need of emergency medical supplies and helping them stay alive on the way to the hospital. Not only does it make me feel good to save lives, but the uncertainty of my job keeps me on my toes. I can’t imagine what it would be like to sit in a cubicle all day. That’s why I view my work less as work and more like helping those who are in need.

I’ve seen some crazy things in my time, but we’re always prepared for the worst. That’s why our EMT supplies are so important – they help us in everything we do. We couldn’t work without EMS gear, just like EMS gear wouldn’t get any use without us. The final result is a blend of teamwork not just with the people who are in the ambulance, but with our emergency medical supplies to use exactly what is appropriate for each patient. I love my job and wouldn’t trade it in for anything in the world. So if any of you are thinking about medicine think about being an EMT. Read More!

EMT Supplies Are Good to Have for All Kinds of Pain

No matter where you work, no place is immune to emergency accidents. Sure some places are more prone to seeing injury than others, but ultimately, it’s better to be safe than sorry. It’s a good idea to have a bag of emergency medical supplies, so that for minor accidents like a bruise or a burn, treatment is readily available in the form of instant cold compress paks. If there occurs something more serious, like if someone goes into cardiac arrest, or breaks a finger, then it’s probably time to call in the professionals.

It’s a good idea to evaluate your work environment to determine how much or what kind of EMS gear you may need. For example, if you work in an office, a basic first aid kit will probably suffice for treating most injuries. If you work in a gym, let’s say, you would probably want to go with an industrial first aid kit because you will be seeing injuries more diverse and frequently.

Or if you want to keep your own stash of emergency medical supplies in your purse or in your back pocket, you’ll be surprised at how often you use it to treat scrapes burns and hurts. Why neglect your safety? Feel comfortable and don’t settle for improper treatment of pain, even if it is minor. Read More!