When Violence Erupts: A Survival Guide for Emergency Responders

"It can't happen to me," is a common belief when it comes to violence.  But unfortunately, it can.  Tragedies that occur in the home, street, and work are reminders that violence can erupt anywhere and at any time.  Few people enter into EMS expecting to defend themselves against a violent attack.  However, it is crucial to know how to avoid violence when possible and how to survive when it erupts. This book is not designed to instill dread whenever an alarm goes off; it is designed to teach EMS personnel how to function both effectively and safely in high-stress situations.  it challenges providers to be proactive and not reactive.  the techniques taught in When Violence Erupts will help EMS personnel follow the first rule of EMS-stay safe! Increasingly, EMS providers are seriously injured or even killed in violent confrontations. Knowing how to avoid violence when possible and how to protect yourself when it erupts is crucial. When Violence Erupts  will help EMS providers like you learn how to: approach a patient on the highway enter a residence safely deal with a domestic quarrel defend yourself against a physical attack respond to a mass-casualty shooting protect yourself against youth violence deal with mass civil unrest face the dangers posed by terrorism