Ultrasound use by emergency responders in Taiwan
This study tests if emergency medical technicians can use ultrasound to help diagnose patients in the field before reaching the hospital. It might lead to faster, more accurate care for people with breathing problems, trauma, strokes, or cardiac arrest.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You are being transported by emergency medical services in Taiwan.
- You have one of these conditions: trauma, shortness of breath, suspected stroke, or cardiac arrest.
- Your condition is stable enough for the emergency team to perform an ultrasound scan.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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