What are the vehicle service levels mentioned in the BFR Patient Care Protocols?

The vehicle service levels outlined in the Beaumont Fire/Rescue Patient Care Protocols include BLS (Basic Life Support), ALS (Advanced Life Support), and MICU (Mobile Intensive Care Unit). Each of these service levels represents different capabilities and types of care that can be provided by the respective vehicles.

BLS typically involves basic medical assistance and support typically provided by Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), focusing on stabilization and transportation of patients with non-life-threatening conditions. ALS encompasses more advanced interventions that may include life support techniques, medications, and higher-level assessments necessary for critical patients, usually performed by paramedics. MICU represents a higher echelon of care, usually managed by specialized paramedics or critical care providers, equipped to handle severely ill patients requiring extensive medical intervention during transport.

These distinctions are essential for ensuring patients receive the appropriate level of care in accordance with their medical needs during emergencies.