EMergucate

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The following left thigh x-ray is from a neonate with thigh swelling. What can be seen?

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EMS 130

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Practical tips for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your community Intergeneration Month is held worldwide each September. First launched in 2000, Intergeneration Month is a time to examine, strengthen, and celebrate the connections between generations of people. Like all industries, fire and emergency services organizations can experience challenges and opportunities by having first responders from several generations working together.

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FOAMfrat

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

After peeling your unrestrained passenger from an MVC rollover off the pavement, you’re running down the usual trauma checklist: circulation, airway, breathing, and focused assessment. It’s probably safe to assume that your patient has a traumatic brain injury, so at what point in your treatment pathway do you reach for an antiepileptic drug (AED)?

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OR ALS 106

The Bottom Line

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

What’s new in the Critical Care literature – monthly updates

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Critical Care 106

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) are pleased to announce the latest recipients of new turnout gear and helmets through MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. Cornettsville (KY) Fire Department and Elmore Fire Department (Lake Elmore, VT) will each receive four new sets of Globe turnout gear and four MSA Cairns® fire helmets to provide protection to their volunteer firefighters.

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Firefighter NFPA First Responder Emergency Management 105

The Bottom Line

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

What’s new in the Critical Care literature – monthly updates

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Critical Care 105

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) Board of Directors held its annual fall meeting on September 18-20 in Kansas City, MO. The board gathers as a whole twice a year to conduct Council business, guide the strategic direction of the organization, and vote on matters before the board. Among those in attendance were 64 directors from 41 states. The 2.5-day agenda included committee meetings, guest speakers, general and executive sessions, activities, and a special election.

Emergency Response 105

Emergency Response Public Safety Firefighter ALS 105

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This week the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a statement indicating that they are listening to the public comments and the significant concerns the volunteer fire service has shared regarding their proposed Emergency Response Standard. The statement also emphasized the need for further engagement and comments from the volunteer fire service.

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Emergency Response Firefighter OR 105

EM Literature of Note

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The cornerstone of treatment for severe exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease remains non-invasive positive pressure ventilation. Typically, this involves bi-level positive pressure settings, preventing alveolar collapse while assisting with inspiration and gas exchange. This works – most of the time. When it doesn’t work – endotracheal intubation.

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Emergency Department ED OR 93

EMDocs

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Today on the emDOCs cast with Brit Long ( @long_brit) , we cover eclampsia. Episode 107: Eclampsia Definition: Severe hypertensive disease of pregnancy (HDP) with new onset tonic-clonic, focal, or multifocal seizures or unexplained altered mental status in a patient who is pregnant or postpartum and there’s no other causative etiologies. Eclampsia can occur during or after the 20th week of pregnancy and up to 6 weeks postpartum. 60% of cases occur during the antepartum period, 20% intrapartum, a

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ED OR ACS ALS 83

ESO

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Ambulance Patient Offload Time (APOT) is a new metric introduced in the 2024 ESO EMS Index that measures the duration from when an ambulance arrives at the hospital to the transfer of patient care to hospital personnel. Commonly referred to as “wall time ”, extended ambulance offload times have raised real concern throughout the healthcare industry.

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MIH NFPA Ambulance EMS 59

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Junior firefighter programs can be a key recruitment pipeline for volunteer fire departments. Thanks to a grant from the Motorola Solutions Foundation, the NVFC has released a new course on Building a Strong Foundation: Creating a Successful Junior Firefighter Program. Taught by Jerry Presta, this course equips fire department leaders with tools and knowledge to develop, implement, and maintain a thriving junior firefighter program.

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Firefighter 52

The Vocal CORD

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

We are excited to introduce the dedicated individuals who form the backbone of our organization. Each month, we will spotlight different board members, offering insights into their backgrounds, interests, and unique perspectives. Through these introductions, we hope you will appreciate the expertise and vision driving CORD’s mission forward. Stay tuned to get to know the leaders shaping our future!

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Emergency Department OR ED 52

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The NVFC is pleased to welcome Tractor Supply Company as a Chairman’s Club member. For more than 85 years, Tractor Supply has been passionate about serving the needs of recreational farmers, ranchers, homeowners, gardeners, pet enthusiasts, and all those who enjoy living Life Out Here. Tractor Supply is the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the U.S., with 2,254 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and 205 Petsense by Tractor Supply stores in 23 states.

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This Podcast Will Kill You

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

For life on this planet, iron is not optional. It is essential. When our iron levels are low, we can get sick, and when they get really really low, we can even die. But you know what they say, too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. In the case of iron, the genetic condition hemochromatosis is often to blame for iron overload, but why is too much iron a bad thing?

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ALS ACS 52

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Fall 2024 issue of CRACKYL Magazine is coming out soon, so now is a great time to catch up on the past few issues if you haven’t read them yet. The Spring 2024 issue featured an interview with Denis Leary, the Summer 2024 issue highlighted leaders from the top fire service publications, and a special Fire Station Design issue was recently released with guidance on creating a holistic fire station design.

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OR 52

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The third U.S. Fire Administrator’s Summit on Fire Prevention and Control will take place October 8. This event brings together fire service leaders from across the country to discuss critical issues facing the fire service. While the event takes place at the National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD, a virtual attendance option is available.

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NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Interested in taking on-campus courses at the National Fire Academy (NFA) in Emmitsburg, MD, between January and March 2025? The application period is now open through October 15. There are no tuition or course material fees for NFA courses, and the NFA will reimburse eligible students for the cost of travel. Click here for information about upcoming resident courses.

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OR 52

NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Fire Prevention Week (FPW) will take place October 6-12, 2024, with the theme “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you! ” This live panel discussion will focus on the importance of this year’s theme, how your department can participate in FPW, and tips and ideas you can use for public education throughout the year. Register. The post Roundtable Talk: Planning for Fire Prevention Week appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

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NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Pipeline incidents are low frequency but high impact events. Be ready before an emergency occurs. This course discusses how fire departments can forge relationships with operators and other stakeholders to enhance training, safety, and response to pipeline emergencies. Take it free for a limited time in the NVFC Virtual Classroom. The post Collaborative Programs: Pipeline Safety and Response appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

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NVFC

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

NVFC members have until September 30 to enter for the chance to win a new Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet. The giveaway is offered thanks to a partnership between the NVFC and MSA Safety. In total, four entry periods are being held in 2024, with one recipient selected after each entry period. The third entry period is now open. Learn more and enter here. The post Enter for the Chance to Win a New Cairns® 1836 Fire Helmet appeared first on National Volunteer Fire Council.

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