The Skeptics' Guide to EM

AUGUST 24, 2024

Date: August 19, 2024 Reference: Partyka et al. Serratus Anterior Plane Blocks for Early Rib Fracture Pain Management: The SABRE Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Surg 2024 Guest Skeptic: Dr. Sean Baldwin is an Emergency Physician practising in Sydney, Australia in both a large tertiary emergency department and a small regional emergency department. Interests include information systems and digital health, research and education.

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Peter Canning

AUGUST 24, 2024

Connecticut recently added supraglottic airways to the BLS scope of practice. That means basic EMTs (emergency medical technicians with considerably less training than paramedics) with the approval of their sponsor hospital medical director, no longer have to rely on bag-valve-mask ventilation to breathe for patients in cardiac arrest. Bag valve mask ventilation for those not familiar, means sealing a plastic mask over a patient’s mouth with one hand firmly enough that no air escapes, and with t

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AUGUST 24, 2024

Ask any emergency responder and they'll tell you the critical role portable suction plays in maintaining airway patency. No other tool can remove blood, vomit, or sputum from the airway, or allow you to visualize the cords before intubation.

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Paramedics World

AUGUST 24, 2024

Welcome to a comprehensive guide on emphysema – a chronic lung condition that can significantly impact your quality of life. In this blog post, we will delve into everything you… The post Emphysema Unveiled: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment appeared first on Paramedics World.

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Paramedics World

AUGUST 24, 2024

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on bronchitis! Whether you’re battling a persistent cough or simply curious about this common respiratory condition, we’ve got you covered. From understanding the symptoms to… The post Understanding Chronic Bronchitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Management appeared first on Paramedics World.

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Paramedics World

AUGUST 24, 2024

Are you feeling a bit hoarse and scratchy in the throat? It could be laryngitis – a common condition that can leave you sounding like a frog instead of your… The post Understanding Laryngitis – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & More appeared first on Paramedics World.

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