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Episode 110: EMS WEEK with Dr. Zaffer Qasim

The Overrun Podcast

The conversation covers topics such as compression-only CPR, the controversy surrounding head-up CPR, the use of band and piston-driven devices, and the potential of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR). Technology, such as ultrasound and real-time information sharing, has the potential to enhance trauma resuscitation.

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How to Become a Paramedic in the Army

Paramedic Training Spot

As new information is extracted from the numerous obstacles encountered on the battlefield, new equipment and procedures are developed to decrease the number of fatalities experienced in the both the combat and training environments. This information is used to predict the candidate’s success in any particular MOS.

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NREMT Practice Test

BoostPrep

EMT Airway, Respiration, & Ventilation Practice Test Time limit: 0 Quiz Summary 0 of 10 Questions completed Questions: Information You have already completed the quiz before. Apply an AED Begin CPR Correct Incorrect Question 2 of 10 2. Provide two minutes of CPR prior to attaching the AED. Hence you can not start it again.

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No DNR Required: Why it should be our call to stop or start CPR

The Overrun

Since she was confused, she didn’t know where his paperwork was so the BLS agency that arrived began efforts for resuscitation. Each of the people on that BLS crew are career providers. A clinically primitive mindset; no heartbeat bad, CPR good, liability avoided. I’ve written about how we aren’t approaching death well before.

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How to Become an EMT in New Jersey

Paramedic Training Spot

Besides going over the basic lifesaving skill of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, or CPR, you will learn the legal side of medicine, such as HIPAA, and emergencies that bring not only the end, but a new start, to life. The EMT class book in New Jersey may seem daunting, but the information in it can, and will, save somebody’s life.

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