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ECPR Eligibility and Preparation w/ Alec Wilcox

FOAMfrat

Patients who receive immediate CPR during a witnessed arrest are often ideal candidates for ECMO, as this approach significantly enhances their chances of survival by maintaining circulatory and respiratory support while awaiting more permanent solutions. Burnett, A., Simpson, N., Peterson, B., Sipprell, K., & Yannopoulos, D. Litonius, E.,

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Preventative Care Strategies for Healthier Communities

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After reviewing over 12 million EMS incidents that took place in 2023 , the 2024 ESO EMS Index highlights two critical areas that demand attention: Early CPR and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). The importance of early CPR The earlier CPR is performed, the better the outcome. Gender disparities were also found.

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Lifting Buddy - The Left Ventricular Assist Device

FOAMfrat

With that being said, the manufacturers say that CPR, medications, Defibrillation, Cardioversion, and Anything you would normally do are OKAY. The age-old question of CPR it depends. Manufacturer recommendations and several other PubMed articles state it is okay to perform CPR. Apr 10, 2023). Jul 10, 2023).

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Simulation Training as a Strategy for Workforce Retention in EMS

JEMS

According to the 2024 Michigan Healthcare Workforce Index, a staggering 10-year shortage of paramedics between 2023 and 2033 will rise to 1,160 paramedics and 621 emergency medical technicians (EMTs). Recruitment and retention are the bane of the public safety organization. 7 The ethical aspect of SBT is also highlighted in the literature.

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The Role of EMS in Palliative Extubation

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Authors: Rebecca Dupree, DO and Emerson Franke, MD FAEMS FAAEM Case The dreaded scenario: youre performing high quality CPR in the field, youve successfully intubated the patient, and suddenly you hear, I found their DNR form! 2023, June 5). just as youve gotten ROSC. The family does not want the patient transported to the hospital.

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We Don’t Need More Paramedics—We Need Fewer Calls

JEMS

The System Is Collapsing Under Its Own Weight The Manistee Fire Department reported that EMS made up 84% of fire department calls in 2023 with no urgent medical situations. Imagine every high school student leaving with CPR, Narcan, and basic triage knowledge. 2023, October 6). 2023, October 6). National Registry of EMTs.

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A Look at EMS Education, Testing and Why You Shouldn’t Try to Shortcut It

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As Unitek EMT noted in 2023, providers across the country are leading CPR courses, injury prevention programs, and health fairs to teach people what to do before they have to call 911. Unitek EMT (2023). Outreach Matters: Education Isn’t Just for Medics There’s another layer to all this. References 1. Bigham, B.