The medical director states that it seems as if the number of patients suffering from shortness of breath with a history of congestive heart failure (CHF) has increased. She adds that she is thinking about modifying the protocols, but first must know the number of patients seen with this condition over the past year. To best determine the number of patients treated for this condition, you would:

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) documentation is important for patient care and legal matters. Documentation can include the patient's demographics, vital signs, assessment, and interventions performed. The documentation serves as a data repository that can be used to create bills, facilitate communication, and guide quality initiatives.