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Introduction to Key Musculoskeletal Concepts for EMTs

EMT Training Station

Finally, we will focus on the EMT’s role in responding to musculoskeletal emergencies, emphasizing the key steps in patient assessment, the basic first aid and emergency treatments that EMTs can provide, and the importance of a rapid response to prevent complications.

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Cardiac Rhythms/ECG Module

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Prioritise listening to the first 30 minutes which given a good overview of aetiology and treatment (53 mins) Basics of cardiac rhythm problems in the ED Palpitations are a common reason for children to present to the emergency department, the majority of these will be benign from a cardiac perspective and instead related to stress or anxiety.

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Spicy Bites - Snake Envenomation

FOAMfrat

The date and time the bite occurred as well as a physical description of the snake should be documented. Rattlesnake Envenomation Treatment & Management: Prehospital Care, Emergency Department Care, Consultations.” First Aid and Pre-Hospital Management of Venomous Snakebites.” Communications Biology , vol.

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Hand Examination & Pathology

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Descriptive Terms When describing injuries of the hand for documentation or referral purposes it is important to know the terminology that is widely in use in order to convey an accurate description to others. We will focus on the most important structures when assessing paediatric hands in the emergency department.

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