Handtevy

APRIL 10, 2019

Bystander CPR, 2. Telephone CPR (T-CPR), and 3. Using a different lens to evaluate these links in the chain of survival may provide a different perspective, and inform the way forward. Bystander CPR In the United States today, children in cardiac arrest have less than a 50% likelihood of receiving bystander CPR.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JULY 9, 2024

His family started CPR and called EMS, who arrived to find him in ventricular fibrillation. Further information is not available. Written by Pendell Meyers A man in his 50s was found by his family in cardiac arrest of unknown duration. 15 minutes after EMS arrival, after at least 6 defibrillations, the patient achieved sustained ROSC.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is in progress. However, cardiac arrest is something we regularly treat in the emergency department, and we need more high-quality data to inform our care. The monitor shows a non-shockable rhythm. Epinephrine is provided and you quickly place an advanced airway.

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International Journal of Paramedicine

APRIL 3, 2024

This study sought to assess the accuracy of chest electrode placement by EMS and clinical personnel in one geographic area, to identify patterns of misplacement to inform future training and continuing education, and to compare two methods of assessing electrode placement.

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ECG Medical Training

MAY 25, 2017

This is an extremely important topic especially for EMS systems that are implementing High Performance CPR , because it is very predictable that you are going to see a lot more patients with return of pulses in the field, and if you don’t have a plan, lots of things can go wrong before arriving at the hospital.

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REBEL EM

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Background Information: Double external defibrillation (DED) is an intervention often used to treat refractory ventricular fibrillation (RVF). In fact, 4000 paramedics in total were not only trained in the study protocol but also given a rigorous evaluation of their ability to perform CPR.

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NCOAE

MARCH 8, 2021

covering prehospital medical providers — recognizes three levels of EMTs/paramedics: EMT: EMTs provide non-invasive life-support services, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), administering oxygen, performing automated external defibrillation, basic and advanced airway management, and administering authorized medications.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

If the victim is unresponsive, CPR is initiated immediately. This rapport can also provide valuable information about the incident, aiding in our assessment and treatment decisions. It helps in making informed decisions for the next steps in treatment. Communicating with the Victim Effective communication is key.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 17, 2024

A third RCT demonstrated that even brief low-level incivility could increase the risk of major error during CPR by up to 66%. Exposure impairs information sharing and overall team collaboration. They underestimated the impact of this exposure. Incivility affects more than just the direct recipient.

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NCOAE

OCTOBER 14, 2022

To become an ER Technician, you need your EMT credential, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, CPR certification, and other credentials based on the location in which you work. Obtaining your EMT certification first gives you a unique perspective of how that information is received on the other end.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2017

I sent this ECG with no clinical information to Dr. Smith. This rhythm reportedly produced no palpable pulse, and CPR was continued. 30 seconds later, however, the patient began spontaneously moving and CPR was discontinued. Beats 4, 6, and 7 are narrow, as the rhythm is trying to resume from above the ventricles.

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BoostPrep

APRIL 26, 2022

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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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

These programs might include open houses at fire stations, community CPR classes, or public safety demonstrations. For more information, visit First Responders Foundation , or contact us. The post How Your Donations Make a Difference in Supporting First Responders appeared first on First Responders Foundation.

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Paramedic Training Spot

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Just visit EMT-National-Training today for more information. CPR, shock, diabetic emergencies, and other fundamental topics make up a good portion of the test questions. More information about what to expect on the NREMT examination can be found here. 2 pencils in preparation of the NREMT.

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Paramedic Training Spot

DECEMBER 8, 2021

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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AmboFOAM

MAY 7, 2017

Might be a good idea to revisit this) You likely practice CPR, cannulation, airway insertion and all the fun stuff, but I guarantee that you will spend more time talking on the radio than doing those things. Not only that, but the information they want to give you may be important.

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FOAMfrat

OCTOBER 28, 2023

If you are familiar with this concept, I hope to detail some concepts and perhaps convey some new information. My contact information is at the bottom of the blog! The Oxygenator The Body Just as ventilating someone in cardiac arrest, without a pulse and no CPR, will not allow distal gas exchange, the same can be said with ECMO.

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NCOAE

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Even though the area was accustomed to storms, information about Hurricane Helene caused worry because it was growing stronger at a faster pace than anticipated. EMTs often must make quick, accurate decisions with limited or even conflicting information.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Here is his triage ECG: PM Cardio version: With no other information at all, I sent this ECG to Dr. Smith, who replied: "I think it is real. He underwent CPR and then was shocked out of VF. Like Dr. Smith — I was shown this patient's initial ECG without the benefit of any clinical information. STD in V4-5 too."

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ACEP Now

MAY 9, 2024

EMS Week helps inform the public about the importance of EMS and is often used to encourage individuals to learn basic life-saving skills like CPR and first aid. From the national perspective, EMS care looks very different depending on where you live.

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Paramedic Training Spot

MARCH 29, 2018

Just visit EMT-National-Training today for more information. For that reason, I highly recommend that you return to your CPR textbook and review it very carefully. What is a Computer Adaptive Test? The CAT strikes fear into the heart of many an EMT student but it really shouldn’t. When in doubt, go back to your ABCs.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JUNE 11, 2021

Jesse McLaren (@ECGcases), of Emergency Medicine Cases Reviewed by Pendell Meyers and Steve Smith An 85yo with a history of hypertension developed chest pain and collapsed, and had bystander CPR. The paramedics found the patient with ROSC and a GCS 7, and an ECG showing LBBB with possible lateral ST elevation. Learning points 1.

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ACEP Now

OCTOBER 30, 2023

ESEM hosted a series of informative webinars to facilitate knowledge sharing among the medical community, thereby playing an instrumental role in shaping a robust response to the crisis. Further, it participated in international virtual roundtables on COVID-19 to contribute expertise to the global conversation.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 11, 2024

Evaluate and treat seizures or SE after CA in the context of other available clinical information because other systemic factors may influence the occurrence of seizures or SE and the effectiveness of treatment (90%, 18/20). The treatment goal for post-CA SE is seizure suppression or burst suppression for a minimum of 24 hours (95%, 19/20).

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High Performance EMS

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Read on to find out how you can be a part of building informed communities and activating citizen responses. Consider the alternative when the telecommunicator informs the caller, “ There is an AED at the front desk, and one on the pool deck; is someone there with you that can go retrieve one? View live stats for the registry here.

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EMS 12-Lead

MARCH 30, 2024

We will be using redacted information from different cases where paramedics attempted TCP in the field. The paramedics begin CPR. CPR is performed with manual compressions as no mechanical CPR device is available. They are unable to feel a pulse and resume CPR. Intubation is attempted, but unsuccessful.

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EMS 12-Lead

MAY 15, 2024

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). Details are edited and redacted to preserve patient anonymity.

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REBEL EM

JUNE 29, 2023

The CT FIRST Trial: Should We Pan-CT After ROSC?

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REBEL EM

AUGUST 21, 2023

Background Information: Cardiac arrest is a devastating event that imposes considerable human and financial burdens. With that said, it’s important to note that narrow population consisted of patients who had a witnessed cardiac arrest with a shockable rhythm and bystander CPR performed.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

A) Start CPR, you cant use an AED on a wet patient. B) Expose the patients chest, dry off the chest, apply AED, start CPR. C) Make sure the scene is safe, expose the patients chest, dry with a towel, start CPR while your partner applies the AED D) Expose the patients chest, apply AED, Start CPR. C) Informed consent.

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REBEL EM

JUNE 1, 2023

The authors did not give detailed information on why patients were excluded particularly in the SDCT enrollment period when the vast majority of ROSC patients were not included. Bystander CPR, a known predictor of good outcomes, was more common in the SDCT cohort than in the standard care cohort. Small sample size of patients.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

I sent it to 5 of my OMI friends without any clinical information or outcome and all 5 independently responded with exactly the same diagnosis: "reperfused inferior OMI". 3-vessel disease can make resuscitation very difficult, since CPR does not perfuse diseased vessels as well as one would like.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We might consider how long the child has been in cardiac arrest – the longer the time, particularly if there was any time without CPR, the less likely they are to regain circulation. We might consider information about their medical history, particularly if they have an advanced care plan, DNACPR or ReSPECT form.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 16, 2024

10 The score predicts the probability of survival to hospital discharge using a number of factors including CPR duration, serum potassium, core temperature, age, and suspected mechanism of hypothermia. 2,11 There are cases of patients recovering after hours of time without a pulse with good CPR.

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REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Did they get bystander CPR? We don’t know any of this information unfortunately and all are key in patient selection The median lactate level before revascularization was 6.9mmol/L (Range 4.6 What was their initial rhythm? This makes me think these patients were down for some time.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

This is referred to as CPR I nduced C onsciousness ( CPRIC ). Education and re-education should be offered where this information or knowledge is lacking, whether in the pre-hospital or hospital settings. In some patients, highly effective chest compressions may lead to regained consciousness.

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Utah's Paramedic and EMS Academy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Upon arrival, you quickly assess the situation and spring into action, working to save a man's life through CPR and defibrillation. During the briefing, the team reviews essential information from the previous shift's reports, including patient details, medications administered, and potential ongoing issues.

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