The Kentucky EMS Connection is a service provided by a private business, John Hultgren Photography,  that is not affiliated with Kentucky State Government or the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. The opinions, facts, techniques, methodologies, and practices represented herein are solely those held and promoted by the authors and do not necessarily reflect the policies and practices endorsed by The Kentucky EMS Connection.  Readers are reminded to consult with local laws, medical control, regulations and protocols before adopting procedures described herein.