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a graduate student to assist with statistical analysis, often the most intimidating and challenging part of a research study. There are plenty of resources for EMS researchers who require assistance with sta- tistical analysis. Local health departments often employ epidemiologists or other pub - lic health workers who have experience with statistics. Colleges and universities, espe- cially those with medical schools and public health programs, usually also have students looking for research projects to work on. More generally, healthcare researchers are often willing to help less experienced col- leagues at each stage of the research process. Even if a major research institution is not accessible, doctors in the local emergency department often have research experience, or at least an interest in pursuing research. Partnering with other EMS agencies on research projects is also an option. Conclusion If EMS is to continue its professional evo- lution and become a respected member of the healthcare community, it is critical that prehospital clinical decisions be made on the basis of good research. The next step will require that more EMS providers become actively engaged in conducting EMS research—in order to supplement the small cadre of academic EMS researchers and also bolster the credibility of EMS as a stand-alone profession that can contribute to its own clinical development. REFERENCES 1. Institute of Medicine. Committee on the Future of Emergency Care in the United States Health System. Emergency Medical Services: At the Crossroads. Washington, DC: National Academies Press, 2006. 2. Gausche-Hill M, et al. An evidence-based guideline for prehospital analgesia in trauma. Preh Emerg Care, 2014; 18(s1): 25–34. 3. Shah MI, et al. An evidence-based guideline for pediatric prehospital seizure management using GRADE methodology. Preh Emerg Care, 2014; 18(s1): 15–24. 4. Bulger EM, et al. An evidence-based prehospital guideline for external hemorrhage control: American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma. Preh Emerg Care, 2014; 18(2): 163–73. 5. Lang ES, et al. A national model for developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based guidelines for prehospital care. Acad Emerg Med, 2012; 19(2): 201–9. 6. Bledsoe BE. EMS Myth #1: Medical Anti-Shock Trousers (MAST) autotransfuse a signifcant amount of blood and save lives. EMS World, www.emsworld.com/10325078. 7. Wang HE, Yealy DM. Out-of-hospital endotracheal intubation—it's time to stop pretending that problems don't exist. Acad Emerg Med, 2005; 12(12): 1,245. 1601 W. Deer Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85027 • www.knoxbox.com • info@knoxbox.com Knox ® MedVault ® Drug Locker P r o t e c t y o u r D e Pa r t M e n t, S ta f f a n D I n V e n t o r y • neW – Two Sizes Available • Know Who Accessed Narcotics & When • neW – WiFi Remote Administration • Narcotic Access Control & Accountability 800-552-5669 • knoxbox.com r e D u c e e x P o S u r e t o n a r c o t I c S t h e f t For More Information Circle 28 on Reader Service Card Boca | Sarasota | Tampa Orlando | Online 888.854.8308 RANKED IN THE TOP 15 % Military-friendly Universities, Colleges & Trade Schools by GI Jobs EVERGLADESUNIVERSITY.EDU ARE YOU PREPARED? Additional Degrees are Available BACHELOR • Crisis & Disaster • Aviation/Aerospace Concentrations: Aviation Security Aviation Safety MASTER • Public Health Administration • Aviation Science Concentration: Aviation Security For More Information Circle 27 on Reader Service Card