Homeopathic medications and treatments are becoming increasingly popular in this day of modem medicine. Patients are often unable to tell us if they are taking homeopathic or herbal therapy, or they don't think such treatments are important to mention. The continued growth and use of alternative medications indicates a strong need to ensure that patients include these treatments and medications in their responses during the SAMPLE history assessment. EMS providers must look at the whole scene for clues indicating a response to alternative medication. Being familiar with homeopathic medicine and herbal medications, as well as asking specific questions regarding use of alternative medicine, ensures a complete and comprehensive patient assessment followed by appropriate interventions in the prehospital setting.

EMS Mag. 2008 Oct;37(10):78, 80-5. Scadden J. Sac County Ambulance, USA.

Posted: 02/26/2009



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