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Episode 72: CPR-induced consciousness with Jack Howard

Critical Care Scenarios

We discuss the phenomenon of CPR-induced consciousness (i.e. patients demonstrating awakeness during resuscitation) with Jack Howard, Intensive Care Paramedic at Ambulance Victoria in the northern suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, and first author on a recent literature review and Delphi-derived expert guideline on CPRIC management.

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Transcutaneous Pacing: Part I

EMS 12-Lead

We will be using redacted information from different cases where paramedics attempted TCP in the field. The patient is re-assessed once secured in the ambulance. The paramedics begin CPR. CPR is performed with manual compressions as no mechanical CPR device is available. Current 85mA.

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Transcutaneous Pacing: Part 2

EMS 12-Lead

We will be using redacted information from different cases where paramedics attempted TCP in the field. In this call, paramedics arrived on scene to find a patient apneic and pulseless with CPR in progress by first responders (AED had an unknown unshockable rhythm). The paramedics initially set the current at 60mA.

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How To Become a Paramedic in Massachusetts

Paramedic Training Spot

In this article, you’ll learn how to become a paramedic in Massachusetts successfully, from early level education to paramedic certification and finding a job. The CPR course typically takes 4 to 8 hours to complete. Paramedic Training in Massachusetts So you’ve obtained your certification as an emergency medical technician?

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What Can You Do as an EMT?

Chicago EMT Training

The majority of our students come from a premedical background but there are a few with other career choices such as firefighter, paramedic, law enforcement, etc. Private ambulance companies Most private ambulance companies are always hiring. You get the benefit of working with a paramedic without going to medic school.

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How to Become a Paramedic in the Army

Paramedic Training Spot

If you’ve been struggling to decide between serving as a Soldier in the United States Army or becoming a paramedic , venture no further; you’ve come to the right place. Specifically, we’ll be diving deep as we discuss how to become a combat paramedic in the United States Army. What is a Paramedic?

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The Colorado Verdict

Peter Canning

Many years ago I was asked if I wanted to be an expert witness/consultant in court cases involving paramedics. One of the reasons I declined was because I wrote a blog about being a paramedic that included descriptions of calls where things didn’t go as they do on TV (or as the public might expect). The ambulance responded.