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EM@3AM: Total Hip Arthroplasty Complications

EMDocs

4 Pain is the most common reason for presentation in the early post operative period. 5 Highest risk of dislocation early in the post operative course due to laxity of the soft tissue after surgery. 6 Hip flexion or adduction in the early post-operative period can cause atraumatic dislocations (typically avoided for 6 weeks post-op).

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How To Become a Paramedic in Massachusetts

Paramedic Training Spot

Some states and programs also require EMT students to complete 24 to 48 hours of clinical time working in an emergency room and/or ambulance under the supervision of a certified EMT, paramedic, or registered nurse. Some ambulance agencies provide paramedic training in house.

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Escape Room - Placenta Previa

FOAMfrat

However, we may need to temporize the patient before they can get to an operating room. The placenta wants to connect to the uterine wall at a location that allows good communication between the two. This causes the placenta to look elsewhere for an attachment site with better circulation. volume resuscitation is necessary.