Pitt study suggests risk management approach to combat EMS fatigue

(University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences) Extended shift work has historically been linked to interrupted sleep patterns and risk of injury, and is a persistent problem for emergency medical services (EMS) personnel who are tasked with delivering acute care under significant pressure. New guidelines, written by a team led by University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine scientists aim to mitigate the effects of fatigue by addressing the impact of shift work and scheduling.