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SGEM#350: How Did I Get Epi Alone? Vasopressin and Methylprednisolone for In-Hospital Cardiac Arrests

The Skeptics' Guide to EM

You arrive and see that the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) algorithm is being followed for adult cardiac arrest patients with pulseless electrical activity (PEA). Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is in progress. The monitor shows a non-shockable rhythm. Epinephrine is provided and you quickly place an advanced airway.

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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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Three Pillars for Pediatric Resuscitation Success

Handtevy

Data from the AHA and the Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) guidelines consistently report neurologic intact survival from pediatric cardiac arrest to be 3% for infants and 10% for children. Bystander CPR, 2. Telephone CPR (T-CPR), and 3. By Peter Antevy, MD. On-scene EMS resuscitation.

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On the Scene: Prehospital Care for Electrical Burns for EMTs

EMT Training Station

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. In cases of severe electrical burns, victims may require advanced life support, which includes securing the airway and providing assisted ventilation.

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How to Become an EMT

NCOAE

More specifically, you have three fundamental job responsibilities: Assessment and stabilization of the patient’s condition Basic life support Transportation In this post, we bring you up to speed on the different levels in emergency medicine and credentialing while explaining the basic education and skills required to become an EMT.

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Mechanical Circulatory Support Series: Sweep

FOAMfrat

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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8 Alternative Jobs to Pursue with an EMT Certification

NCOAE

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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