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Combative Patient Training Strengthens EMS Response Skills
July 16, 2026 | GEORGIA
1RN News Team,
Winder, GA - Barrow County Fire Department personnel participated in a Combative Patient Handling course focused on safely managing challenging patient encounters.
The training emphasized de-escalation techniques, safe control methods, and effective decision-making to protect both responders and patients during unpredictable situations.
This hands-on instruction ensures firefighters and paramedics are better prepared to handle complex medical calls with professionalism, safety, and compassion.

