Rapid Intervention Tools

Rapid Intervention Tools

Purpose Statement

Rapid Intervention Tools are designed to streamline emergency response documentation by allowing EMS personnel to simultaneously capture critical patient care data including procedures, medications, vital signs, and airway management during active incidents. This feature reduces documentation time and improves accuracy during high-pressure emergency situations.

Background Information

The Rapid Intervention Tools feature addresses the challenge of documenting multiple simultaneous interventions during emergency calls. Traditional sequential documentation can slow response times and potentially miss critical information when multiple procedures occur simultaneously. This tool enables pre-configured templates that can be quickly deployed during incidents, ensuring comprehensive documentation while maintaining focus on patient care. The feature is particularly valuable for complex medical emergencies, multi-patient incidents, and situations requiring rapid intervention protocols.

Required Permissions

To configure Rapid Intervention Tools, users must have:

  • EMS Setup permissions
  • Incident Documentation module access
  • Administrative privileges for creating and editing intervention tools
  • Field modification permissions for setting default values and shared fields

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Step-by-Step Guide




1. Navigate to Incident Documentation > EMS Setup then select Rapid Intervention.






2. Select on the + Add Rapid Intervention Tool to begin creating.

To edit any existing tools you can select on the pencil icon from within the Actions column.






3. From the Modal we can began to add or edit a Rapid Intervention Tool.

You must give the tool a name also you are able to add an Icon, select what tools to activate and what fields to share.


From the Modal we can began to add or edit a Rapid Intervention Tool.



4. To add an Icon select on the pencil located in the Icon box.


To add an Icon select on the pencil located in the Icon box.



5. A new modal will appear for you to select an icon that will represent this tool, once selected click on Save.


A new modal will appear for you to select an icon that will represent this tool, once selected click on Save.



6. To enable Active Tools select on the toggle located next to them.


To enable Active Tools select on the toggle located next to them.



7. You are able to select shared fields for all enabled Active Tools by using the dropdown.


You are now able to select shared fields for all enabled Active Tools by using the dropdown.



8. Once share fields are selected you can set default values by selecting the field then using the dropdown to select what default value to be displayed.


Once share fields are selected you can then set default values by selecting the field then using the dropdown to select what default value to be displayed.



9. Select on an Active Tool then select the + Add (this will reflect which tool you are in) in this case Procedure to manage available fields from the dropdown.

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NOTE: Procedures and medication can have up to 3 separate procedures/medications to set values, airway and vitals are limited to 1.





10. From the available fields chosen you are now able to set default values by selecting which field and using the dropdown to set the value.


From the available fields chosen you are now able to set default values by selecting which field and using the dropdown to set the value.



11. Once all active tools have been managed click on Add to create the new Rapid Intervention Tool.

If editing an existing tool select save instead of Add.


Once all active tools have been managed click on Add to create the new Rapid Intervention Tool.


Best Practices

Tool Design:

  • Create tools specific to common emergency scenarios (cardiac arrest, trauma, respiratory distress)
  • Use descriptive names that clearly identify the tool's purpose
  • Select icons that are easily recognizable under stress

Field Configuration:

  • Configure shared fields for data commonly needed across multiple interventions
  • Set realistic default values based on your department's protocols
  • Limit the number of fields to essential information to maintain speed of use

Active Tool Selection:

  • Only activate tools relevant to the specific intervention type
  • Consider the typical workflow when determining which combinations to enable
  • Test configurations with field personnel before deployment

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Q: Can I modify a Rapid Intervention Tool after it's been created? A: Yes, select the pencil icon in the Actions column to edit existing tools.

Q: What's the maximum number of procedures/medications I can configure? A: Procedures and medications support up to 3 separate entries, while airways and vitals are limited to 1 entry each.

Q: Why can't I see the Save button? A: When creating new tools, use "Add" button. The "Save" button only appears when editing existing tools.

Q: Can shared fields be modified after tool creation? A: Yes, shared fields and their default values can be modified by editing the tool.

Q: How do I ensure consistent data entry across my department? A: Utilize shared fields and default values to standardize common data points across all intervention tools.

Related Articles

  1. Completing an ePCR - Assessment
  2. Completing an ePCR - General Assessment
  3. Completing an ePCR - Vital Signs
  4. Completing an ePCR - Treatments
  5. Documenting Rapid Interventions

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