California Casualty

AUGUST 28, 2024

There are four things standing between you and the pavement when you drive—your tires. Keeping them in good shape is key to staying safe on the road.

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Core EM

AUGUST 28, 2024

We discuss a case of ataxia in children and how to approach the evaluation of these pts. Hosts: Ellen Duncan, MD, PhD Brian Gilberti, MD [link] Download Leave a Comment Tags: Neurology , Pediatrics Show Notes Introduction The episode focuses on ataxia in children, which can range from self-limiting to life-threatening conditions. Pediatric emergency medicine specialist shares insights on the topic.

Emergency Department

Pulsara

AUGUST 28, 2024

AUGUST RECAP With five trade shows under our belt in August, it's safe to say the summer lull is over. Our events schedule for September will take our teams to the EMS World Expo, Texas EMS Evolution, and more! See below for the customer success stories we published in August and where you can find and connect with Team Pulsara in September. Celebrating Customer Success and Innovation We continued our coverage of the webinar Streamlining Crisis Response: A Deep Dive into MCIs and Large Events.

EMS

Core EM

AUGUST 28, 2024

Medical Education Fellowship NYU Langone’s Ronald O. Perelman Department of Emergency Medicine is excited to introduce our new fellowship, starting July 2025. The Medical Education Fellowship is designed for emergency physicians aspiring to advance their careers in medical education. This two-year fellowship provides an extensive curriculum aimed at developing skills necessary for roles such as program directors, clerkship directors, and academic leaders in the field of emergency medicine.

Emergency Department

FOAMfrat

AUGUST 28, 2024

Arterial blood gases (ABG) can be pretty intimidating, especially for providers who are new to critical care medicine. The principles underlying ABGs are undoubtedly complex and involve a lot of chemical reactions – all of which are very important but likely overwhelming if you’re just beginning to learn ABG interpretation. This discussion is not intended to teach you everything there is to know about acid-base balance and ABGs, but rather to provide a functional base on which to build your unde

Critical Care

Core EM

AUGUST 28, 2024

- Importance of Catheter Selection: - The catheter’s diameter and length are critical factors affecting the flow rate. - Shorter, wider catheters provide a higher flow rate, making them preferable for rapid resuscitation. - Diameter and Flow Rate: - A larger diameter increases flow rate, and this relationship is proportional to the fourth power. For instance, doubling the diameter results in a 16-fold increase in maximum flow rate. - Peripheral 16-gauge IVs can sometimes outtransfuse larger cent

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Unitek EMT

AUGUST 28, 2024

Explore practical strategies and actionable tips that EMTs can incorporate into their daily routines to preserve their well-being. Every day, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) are on the front lines, responding to calls that range from minor injuries to life-threatening emergencies. The demands of the job are relentless—physically and mentally exhausting.

EMT

Paramedics World

AUGUST 28, 2024

Atopic dermatitis, often referred to as eczema, is a chronic skin condition that affects millions around the world. It can cause severe discomfort and frustration, impacting daily life and self-esteem.… The post Understanding Atopic Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

Paramedic

FirstWatch

AUGUST 28, 2024

Link to Register coming soon The upcoming presidential election will be a wild adventure for our country. In addition to deciding our vote, those of us in emergency services need to prepare for all kinds of election-related disruption. During this webinar, Bill Ott, the Cybersecurity Strategist for FirstWatch, will address: Cybersecurity Threats Polling Place Safety Election-Related Violence Post-Election Unrest Foreign Interference Voter Intimidation and Harassment Our Data Analyst, Valerie Pop

EMS

Prehospital Emergency Care Podcast

AUGUST 28, 2024

The PEC podcast team covers the Prehospital Emergency Care Journal Volume 28 Number 3.Kind of. As the PEC Journal grows, the PEC podcast team is breaking up Volume 28 Number 3 to allow for more discussion. In this episode we cover the Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest section. We talk about engaging manuscripts in this journal like: COVID-19 Testing Among Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Patients: Implications for Public Health & Prehospital Administration of Norepinephrine and Epinephrine for

Epinephrine

NHCPS Save a Life

AUGUST 28, 2024

Whether dealing with a fast heartbeat or a more complex arrhythmia, these vagal maneuvers offer a quick, non-invasive way to manage your patient’s condition. In the medical tech-dependent emergency medicine environment, it’s easy to forget about some of the practical solutions you have at your disposal. The simplest solution is often the best, and knowing […] The post Vagal Maneuvers in ACLS: A Practical Approach to Saving Lives appeared first on SaveaLife.com.

Life Support

Paramedics World

AUGUST 28, 2024

Anaphylaxis is a word that strikes fear in the hearts of many. It’s a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur within minutes. For those who have experienced it—or… The post Navigating Anaphylaxis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

Allergic Reaction

EMS 20/20

AUGUST 28, 2024

The SpO2 climbs while the patient declines? What?! A fed up patient and Paramedic who, if they only could, would swap places with just about anyone on this week's call! The SpO2 climbs while the patient declines? What?! A fed up patient and Paramedic who, if they only could, would swap places with just about anyone on this week's call!

Paramedic

ACEP Now

AUGUST 28, 2024

A 24-hour labor strike, starting on the afternoon of April 18 and called by the union representing emergency physicians and advanced practitioners at Ascension St. John Hospital in Detroit, MI, did not resolve their concerns about working conditions, staffing levels, or patient safety. But emergency doctor Michelle Wiener, MD, president of the striking union, Greater Detroit Association of Emergency Physicians, said she quickly started to notice some changes around the hospital.

Emergency Department