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Lab case 441

EMergucate

An unconscious young girl, was brought to ED by ambulance. Apparently she ingested an unknown substance during a party.

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Serving the Whole Community: Celebrating Women’s History Month with Women in Fire

NVFC

Practical tips for diversity, equity, and inclusion in your community March is recognized nationally as Women’s History Month, which provides an opportunity for the fire service to recognize the positive impact female members have on fire and rescue departments. It is also a time to consider how to enhance efforts to recruit and retain women and update policies that help keep the entire community safe.

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Lab case 440 interpretation

EMergucate

Answers: PH = 7.396, that is within normal range, very slightly to the acidaemic side/ pCO2 = 52 mmHg, that is high.

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OSHA’s Proposed Emergency Response Standard Presents Challenges to Fire Departments

NVFC

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing an extensive new safety and health standard, titled “Emergency Response,” to replace the existing “Fire Brigades Standard.” The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the “Emergency Response Standard” was published in the Federal Register on February 5, with the public comment period open until May 6.

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Imaging Case of the Week 588

EMergucate

The following chest x-ray is from a 10 year old with positional chest pain for few days.

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New Resources Address Important EMS Issues

NVFC

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Office of EMS provides the following updates on highway safety regulations, rural EMS education, and special pathogens. Updating the Highway Safety Improvement Program The Federal Highway Administration has announced a notice of proposed rulemaking to update the Highway Safety Improvement Program regulations.

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How to Become a Geriatric EMT

Unitek EMT

Your Guide to Becoming a Geriatric Emergency Medical Technician Geriatric Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) hold a pivotal role in the emergency medical services (EMS) system, particularly in addressing the unique healthcare needs of the elderly population. With the global demographic shifting towards an older age spectrum, the demand for specialized care in emergency situations for […] The post How to Become a Geriatric EMT appeared first on Unitek EMT.

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USFA Webinar: Battery Fires – Before, During, and After the Incident

NVFC

The U.S. Fire Administration is hosting a webinar on April 10 on Battery Fires: Before, During, and After the Incident. With the continued growth in the use and sale of battery-powered devices, members of the fire service need to know how to mitigate and respond to battery fire incidents. Learn key concepts to consider when developing community risk education and response plans.

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Prescribing Clarity: Insights into Medical Writing

Paramedics World

Medical writing plays a critical role in disseminating scientific information and knowledge. This specialized field combines the art of writing with the intricacies of science and medicine, catering to a… The post Prescribing Clarity: Insights into Medical Writing appeared first on Paramedics World.

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Get Ready for National Volunteer Week with the Make Me A Firefighter Campaign

NVFC

National Volunteer Week is April 21-27, and this is a great time to let your community know they can volunteer with your department. The NVFC will also be doing a big push in April and May to drive prospective volunteers to the Make Me A Firefighter web site to find volunteer opportunities. Make sure your department is ready by adding/updating your volunteer opportunities to the national database.

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Avoid the Consequences of Lack of Sleep

First Responder Wellness

As a first responder, you may be used to hearing that you need to get some sleep. A job like yours requires extensive mental and physical energy with the potential to wear you out by the end of the day. Therefore, it will require that you get sufficient rest to be adequately prepared for the next day that follows. Making sleep a priority means you are making your health a priority.

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Apply for New Turnout Gear and Helmets

NVFC

Properly fitting and up-to-date personal protective equipment is critical to the safety of firefighters. To help resource constrained departments meet this need, MSA Safety, DuPont Personal Protection, and the NVFC partner each year for MSA and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. Eligible volunteer fire departments can apply for four sets of new turnout gear and four helmets to better protect their firefighters.

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A Medical Students Guide to Paediatrics

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Your paediatrics clinical rotation is dawning upon you. For some of you, this may be the start of the happiest 1-2 months of your medical degree. For others, it may seem like just another placement to get through. For some, however, this rotation may seem daunting. Though an interest in paediatric medicine goes a long way towards shaping an enjoyable and fruitful paediatric rotation, there are several aspects of this rotation which set it apart from other specialities.

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Apply for SAFER and FP&S Grants by April 12

NVFC

Does your fire department need funding for recruitment and retention or health and safety initiatives? FEMA is currently accepting applications for Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grants and Fire Prevention and Safety grants. Find application resources and apply by April 12 on the grant web sites. Need advice for your grant narratives?

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FRCF Teams Up Seaglass Mental Health To Provide 150 Hours per Month of Mental Health Counseling to Children of Hawaii First Responders

First Responders Childrens' Foundation

New York, MARCH 26, 2024—First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing programs and services to first responder families of U.S. State and Federal first responders, which includes firefighters, police officers, paramedics, EMTs, corrections officers, and 911 dispatchers, today announced that it will be providing up to 150 hours per month of free and confidential mental health resilience counseling to children of Hawaii first responders

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Becoming a Company Officer

NVFC

While becoming a company officer is an honor and a huge achievement, this expanded role brings with it new challenges and expectations that may be difficult to grasp without proper guidance. This NVFC course provides key considerations and information for new company officers in areas such as leadership, communication, ethics, training evolutions, preparing to be first due, and more.

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Apply for Canned Drinking Water by March 31

NVFC

Need clean drinking water to help keep your department’s volunteer firefighters hydrated while responding to wildfires? The application period is open for the Anheuser-Busch Emergency Drinking Water for Wildland Firefighters program. In 2024, 1.5 million cans of water will be donated. But hurry – the deadline to apply is March 31. Learn more and apply.

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Last Chance to Apply for a Travel Stipend for the NVFC Training Summit

NVFC

The 2024 NVFC Training Summit will take place June 21-22 in Buffalo, NY, with learning tracks focusing on recruitment and retention, health and safety, and leadership. Travel stipends are available to help offset the costs of attending. Stipends reimburse up to $800 of expenses including hotel, transportation, and the conference registration fee. The final deadline to apply is April 1.

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