EMS Providers Must Know These Sedative Secrets

EMS Sedatives: Making Unsafe Calls Safe for Patients and Providers
In the fast-paced world of prehospital medicine, paramedics and EMTs frequently encounter agitated, combative, or unstable patients who pose a risk to both themselves and the EMS crew. In this video, we break down EMS sedation protocols, discussing the most commonly used sedative medications in the field, their indications, contraindications, and dosing considerations.
We’ll cover essential topics like:✅ When and why to use midazolam (Versed), lorazepam (Ativan), droperidol, or Zyprexa in the field✅How to balance patient safety with effective behavioral control✅ Three levels of combative behavior
Whether you’re a new EMT, paramedic student, or a seasoned paramedic, understanding prehospital sedation is crucial for safe, effective patient management. Watch now to learn how to make dangerous EMS calls safer for patients and providers alike!
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0:00 Background
0:52 Foundational principles
4:36 Four levels
5:47 Zyprexa
7:25 Droperidol
9:22 Versed
11:08 Ativan
11:27 Tips and exceptions