Benchmark Medical Services, LLC

06/10/2025

Tracking a Patient's Pulse Trend Still Matters in 2025
Journal of Emergency Medical Services, June 4, 2025

Despite modern diagnostic tech, relying solely on monitors may miss key clues. Quickly checking a radial pulse provides a rapid insight into circulation and consciousness, making it an invaluable first step. Strong or weak pulses can immediately shape urgent care decisions. Click the link below for the full article.

Here’s why it’s important to palpate pulses and follow vital sign trends.

11/04/2024

IV Fluid Conservation
Briefing and Supply Update

On Monday, October 28th, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services hosted a briefing on intravenous fluid (IV) conservation best practices. This session was recorded and is now available at the link below.

Hear from the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as hospital and group purchasing organization industry leaders, for an informational briefing ...

03/09/2023

Keeping up with current trends, and events, through peer-reviewed journals and publications.

Appearance, work of breathing and circulation to skin can be quickly assessed as you walk through the door to greet your pediatric patient.

11/25/2022

Saw this posted on the Atoka TN Fire Dept. page and had to share!

09/16/2022

Registration for the NOV/DEC EMS Refresher Courses is now open!

Nationally accredited through CAPCE. National accreditation means automatic acceptance by most state EMS agencies. The CAPCE and NREMT Course numbers are listed on our website, under the respective course. Other numbers are distributed in the class.

25-Hour Refresher NOV 11 & 12, 2022
36-Hour Refresher NOV 11, 12, and DEC 3, 2022
48-Hour Refresher NOV 11, 12, DEC 3, and 4, 2022

All courses include AHA BLS (CPR) Update (renewal). The 48-Hour course includes AHA ACLS Update (renewal). PALS, ITLS, and or Pediatric ITLS can be added during registration.

Go to our website for additional, detailed information and registration: www.BenchmarkEMS.com/courses.html

Registration closes on NOV 2, 2022, OR when courses reach maximum capacity. These courses usually fill fast. Registration is on a first-paid registration basis.

08/28/2022

Important Re-Regisration / Renewal Update

1. The National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician’s Board of Directors announced that 22-Resolution-06, or the permanent removal of limits on Distributive Education, is approved following the 60-Day Comment Period. This resolution, which goes into effect on September 30, 2022, applies to all requirements for continuing education, including recertification, state license, re-entry eligibility requirements, and refresher training after three failed examinations.

2. The above removal of limits on distributive education is for NREMT re-registration ONLY. Some state EMS agencies may have limitations and or restrictions regarding distributive education that may supersede the NREMT's new policy. Please contact the appropriate state EMS office if you have any questions.