The Skeptics' Guide to EM

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Bystander CPR is initiated prior to EMS arrival. EMS arrives on scene and initiates high quality basic life support (BLS). His primary interests are resuscitation, prehospital critical care, airway management, and point-of-care ultrasound. Case: A 46-year-old man has a cardiac arrest at home, witnessed by family.

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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

The paramedics achieve return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) after CPR, advanced cardiac life support (ALCS), and Intubation. She arrives in the emergency department (ED) with decreased level of consciousness and shock. Half of these arrests are witnessed with the other half being un-witnessed.

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REBEL EM

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Revascularization of the culprit lesion remains one of the few established treatments though there are numerous other unproven modalities including extracorporeal life support (ECLS). Extracorporeal Life Support in Infarct-Related Cardiogenic Shock. bleeding, stroke, limb ischemia, and hemolysis). Zeymer HT et al.

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EMDocs

OCTOBER 9, 2023

1 Though hydrocortisone is often included in ‘crash carts,’ the most recent consensus on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) has a weak recommendation against the use of corticosteroids during CPR. 5 ED physicians often reach for dexamethasone or prednisone, but what are their properties? and cardiovascular disease (OR 1.2-2.56).

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

This could range from basic life support, typically managed by EMTs, to more advanced life support provided by paramedics and other medical specialists. It focuses on essential lifesaving skills, such as CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), controlling bleeding, and managing shock.

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ACEP Now

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Advanced cardiac life support protocol was initiated, and the patient was intubated. After resuming CPR and administering an additional 400 mcg IV NTG, the patient achieved return of spontaneous circulation with sinus tachycardia. Several minutes later, the patient again lost pulses, this time with pulseless electrical activity.

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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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The Skeptics' Guide to EM

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

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. This study provided weak evidence in support of using corticosteroids for IHCA as part of a VSE protocol.

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Paramedics Unlimited

APRIL 19, 2018

In Basic Life Support (BLS) emergencies, a single EMS provider can not deliver optimum care, such as when trying to hold direct pressure on a bleeding wound, while preparing bandages, to stop bleeding. In Advanced Life support (ALS) emergencies, a “single” paramedic or ER doctor can not deliver necessary care.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 8, 2024

For patients with OHCA, use of steroids during CPR is of uncertain benefit. Extracorporeal CPR Use of ECPR for patients with cardiac arrest refractory to standard ACLS is reasonable in select patients when provided within an appropriately trained and equipped system of care. COR 2a, LOE B-R. COR 2a, LOE C-LD. COR 2b, LOE B-R.

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Mile High Ambulance

DECEMBER 11, 2014

Knowing who will provide Basic Life Support, such as CPR, First Aid, and Bleeding Control is a key precaution when planning events. Knowing who will provide Basic Life Support, such as CPR, First Aid, and Bleeding Control is a key precaution when planning events.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

MAY 19, 2020

She was unable to be defibrillated but was cannulated and placed on ECMO in our Emergency Department (ECLS - extracorporeal life support). ECMO Flow was achieved after approximately 1 hour of high quality CPR. An elderly woman had sudden ventricular fibrillation. She then had a 12-lead: What do you think? The K was normal.

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Peter Canning

JANUARY 14, 2024

I recerted CPR, ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) late in December. When you are doing CPR and running cardiac arrests on a regular basis, it seems unnecessary to sit through a 2 hour class on CPR and 4 hour classes on ACLS and PALS. mg via syringe.*

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ESO

JANUARY 19, 2024

So be ready to perform and transmit 12-lead EKGs for basic life support units as well as those with advanced life support capabilities. Documenting 12-lead EKG in discrete data fields, such as under procedure or vital sign, rather than only in the free-text narrative can also help to ensure better monitoring and improvement initiatives.

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Handtevy

APRIL 10, 2019

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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NCOAE

MARCH 8, 2021

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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Handtevy

MARCH 13, 2024

This groundbreaking technique was used to save the life of a 24-year-old male who experienced an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest with refractory ventricular fibrillation. Key Takeaways – High-Quality CPR: This case underscores the critical importance of high-quality CPR in cardiac arrest management.

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Utah's Paramedic and EMS Academy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

This can include administering CPR, controlling bleeding, securing a patient’s airway, and administering oxygen. In contrast, Paramedics are trained to provide advanced life support care. As an EMT, you gain vital skills in responding to medical emergencies and providing basic life-saving skills.

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NCOAE

AUGUST 12, 2022

That’s because one of our areas of focus here at The National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education (NCOAE) is emergency medicine training and education. The post Most EMS Terminology Comes Down to Initials, Abbreviations and Acronyms appeared first on National Center for Outdoor & Adventure Education.

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NHCPS Save a Life

APRIL 28, 2023

It is crucial for healthcare providers who are new to the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) algorithm to understand the difference between pulseless electrical activity and asystole. ACLS is a set of protocols and interventions used to treat patients in cardiac arrest or other life-threatening medical emergencies.

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EMT Training Station

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

As EMTs, we’re always prepared to address these life-threatening complications alongside the burns. If the victim is unresponsive, CPR is initiated immediately. Hidden Dangers and Visible Clues Unlike thermal burns, electrical burns can cause significant internal damage while leaving minimal external signs.

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Don't Forget the Bubbles

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Depending on the voltage, duration of contact, and pathway of the electrical current through the body, injuries range from minor burns to severe, life-threatening conditions. Up to 5% of burns occur secondary to electrical injuries, and this rises to 27% in developing countries. Was the voltage high or low (as below)?

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FOAMfrat

OCTOBER 28, 2023

My primary interest in these blog posts is to write about the unique transport considerations of Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices (MCS) and to help educate the readers on the physiological concepts of MCS devices and how they work. What is Sweep? My contact information is at the bottom of the blog! Okay, easy enough.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 17, 2024

She received cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and standard advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS). Interventions are supportive including benzodiazepines for seizures, sodium bicarbonate for prolonged QRS and arrhythmias, and intravenous lipid emulsion for cardiac arrest.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

On arrival, CPR was continued and core temperature was measured at 18° C (64.4° The patient was put on Extracorporeal Life Support in the ED 3 hours after initial resuscitation, the core temp was 30° C and the patient was defibrillated with a single attempt. Chest compressions and ventilation were begun.

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NCOAE

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Fact is, we receive applications from students from all walks and stages of life, who successfully complete our EMT training program and go on to use that EMT training for a variety of opportunities. More often than not, ski patrol organizations require their patrollers to have EMT credentials and CPR certification.

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NAEMSP

APRIL 19, 2023

CPR is taken over by responding crews, and he is placed on a cardiac monitor/defibrillator. The take home message: “Irrespective of presenting rhythm, in patients with cardiac arrest, there is no conclusive evidence that administration of calcium during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) improves survival.” 1639.16; p=0.01).

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AAEM RSA

AUGUST 27, 2020

1 The primary goal of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is to optimize coronary perfusion pressure and maintain systemic perfusion in order to prevent neurologic and other end-organ damage while working to achieve ROSC. Interventions during the acute phase of treatment post return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) are therefore critical.

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EMDocs

JANUARY 11, 2024

Brain Oxygenation, Perfusion, Edema, and ICP Statements Takeaway: Avoid 100% oxygen saturation. Instead, target 92-98%. Keep hemoglobin > 7 g/dL. Consider lowering ICP if elevated (head of bed elevation, hyperosmolar therapy, etc.). Valproic acid and levetiracetam are reasonable first-line therapies for EEG or clinical seizure activity.

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First Responders Foundation

JULY 31, 2024

This training can include specialized instruction in areas such as hazardous material handling, advanced cardiac life support, and technical rescue operations. These programs might include open houses at fire stations, community CPR classes, or public safety demonstrations.

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NAEMSP

JANUARY 5, 2023

Meyer MD Clinical Scenario You are dispatched to a 57-year-old male with a witnessed cardiac arrest and bystander CPR being performed. Your partner deploys the cardiac monitor and while CPR is continued you turn your attention to establishing vascular access. On arrival to the scene, you find the patient pulseless and apneic.

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Paramedic Training Spot

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

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. Being Nationally Registered requires over 190 hours of coursework, which is equivalent to two college classes.

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AAEM RSA

JANUARY 21, 2021

In 2010, the American Heart Association (AHA) revised the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) guidelines to include the recommendation of using capnography to monitor end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO2) during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), 1 and has continued this recommendation to date. to 2811.42), respectively.

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TIMER

JULY 29, 2022

The feeling of literally saving someone’s life is an unparalleled one. Making a Difference Delivering prompt emergency services at the right time can mean the difference between life and death or disability. We provide both primary and refresher EMT training and CPR and first aid classes.

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ACEP Now

APRIL 3, 2024

7 TTM2 is generally interpreted as favoring normothermia for post-arrest care, but the question is whether this trial is broadly applicable to many countries with less developed community CPR involvement. degrees Celsius. degrees Celsius for 72 hours. degrees Celsius “is a reasonable and evidence-based approach.” N Engl J Med.

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BoostPrep

APRIL 26, 2022

Question While performing one-person CPR on a patient, you should use a ratio for compressions to ventilation for the adult patient and a __ ratio for a child patient. 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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Paramedic Training Spot

JANUARY 20, 2022

Your career will begin with obtaining a certification in basic life support, cardiopulmonary resuscitation that is, which is typically offered through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. The CPR course typically takes 4 to 8 hours to complete.

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