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Chris and Jason discuss traditional vs functional medicine and what role functional medicine is taking in traditional healthcare.

Chris and Jason discuss traditional vs functional medicine and what role functional medicine is taking in traditional healthcare.

This is part 2 our the Airway Access podcast. Everyone who has taken a CPR course or dabbled in the most elementary medical courses has learned the ABCs, understanding that airway access for ventilatory management plays a pivotal role in patient outcomes. In this course, the Seitz brothers will review the anatomy of the upper and lower airway and the major interventions we perform to secure the airway and deliver ventilations and vital oxygen to patients. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Everyone who has taken a CPR course or dabbled in the most elementary medical courses has learned the ABCs, understanding that airway access for ventilatory management plays a pivotal role in patient outcomes. In this course, the Seitz brothers will review the anatomy of the upper and lower airway and the major interventions we perform to secure the airway and deliver ventilations and vital oxygen to patients. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Stroke affects 795,000 Americans each year and is the 2nd leading cause of death and 3rd leading cause of death & disability combined worldwide. Globally, Stroke also results in over $721 billion in annual cost and $53 billion in US annual cost between 2017 and 2018. Stroke is an important area for healthcare professionals to concentrate on to make a difference in patient's lives, but before we can understand how to help, we have to understand what we are up against. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

I promise you we haven't been asleep at the switch and will be bringing you quite a bit of content very soon. Some of which I'll allow you to peek behind the curtain with me and get a snippet of today. So buckle up for the next couple minutes to find out what new things are coming to Guardian, and then on to hear a short 30-minute lecture on toxicology from our NREMT test prep program. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

 “How would you rate your pain today on a scale of 1 to 10?” Answer: “11/10” We hear it all the time, and as providers can be quick to judge claims of severe pain as lies to gain opiates, or overreactions to illicit faster care. The truth of the matter is that pain is a symptom that is misunderstood and stigmatized. Pain management is an essential part of what we do as providers and patient comfort has more benefits to healing than you might think. In today's episode, we'll discuss pain and its unique challenges to treatment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Ever wonder how Antibiotics work? How do they differ from Antivirals? If they're so great, why don't we just always take or prescribe them so we don't get sick? Is Antibiotic resistance a real threat? Well, we hope you wonder about these things because that's what Jason spent all week researching to teach you in this one. Enjoy!” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a staple training in the medical industry and for good reason. Its algorithms teach comprehensive and effective responses for the most common types of cardiac emergencies. Join Chris and Jason in this episode as they take the “A” in ACLS back to “B” Part 2 of 2 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a staple training in the medical industry and for good reason. Its algorithms teach comprehensive and effective responses for the most common types of cardiac emergencies. Join Chris and Jason in this episode as they take the “A” in ACLS back to “B” Part 1 of 2 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

In this rather Crappy episode, Chris and Jason talk about Bowel elimination, and why we should be paying close attention to it. The GI system plays an important role in maintaining our body's health, and when things go wrong you and your patients may find yourself in deep doody. Glove up, plug your nose, and let's get to work. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

"Breaking Bad Badly" - Meth and Other Non-Opioid Illicit Drugs --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

May the 4th be with you. Always.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

We've all experienced an infection in our lives, but what happens if we can't kick it? Today the Seitz brothers cover our bodies' overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection, known as sepsis. Why does it happen? How can we assess for it? Who is at risk? What do we do when we discover it? Take a listen for the answers to these questions and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Put your helmet on for this one folks!  In this episode, Jason and Chris cover Traumatic Brain Injuries. What's the difference between a concussion, a subdural hematoma, and intracranial hemorrhage? Can you  go to sleep after suffering a concussion? What happens inside his brain when Jason spends the afternoon slamming his head into medical textbooks? Get the answers to all these questions and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

Back to Basics has turned 50! These last two years have been an adventure and we are glad you joined us for the journey. In this episode, Chris and Jason discuss how Back 2 Basics started and what the future holds. As always, we look forward to hearing your feedback on the podcast and topics you want Chris and Jason to discuss. Stay sweet! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/guardianpodcast/support

End Tidal C02 is one of the most underrated vital signs out there. We've ignored this useful tool long enough. Join Jason and Chris as they describe how using this simple device can improve your understanding of your patient's respiratory physiology, acid/base balance, and even improve your resuscitative efforts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

BLS - all providers need it, but do we really know it, or is it just a class we snooze through every two years? Basic Life Support is quite literally the foundation of life-saving techniques that all providers should be not just acquainted with but know thoroughly. In this episode, the Seitz brothers truly take you back to the basics, breaking down the ABCs of, well….the ABCs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

The crossover event of the century! In this episode Back to Basics and EMS 20/20 combine all of their medical zords into one giant medical megazord of knowledge and fun. Back to Basics hosts Dr. Seitz and Jason join their good friends Chris Pfingstein and Spencer Oliver from EMS 20/20 to review a submitted cardiac case. Is it a STEMI? Is it a Block? Is it Hypotension? Is it all of that and more? What can we learn from it? Listen to find out! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode, Jason and Chris walk you through the lungs and when they collapse. Not the balloon you might think, the spongy tissue of the lungs “collapses” when air enters the pleural space between the outer layers of the lung tissue. Whether these layers remind you of a pillow case, a hot pocket, a garbage bag, or anything in between, we'll leave it up to you…some analogies don't land so well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

VRpatients takes healthcare education to a new level with their virtual reality patient care platform. In this episode, Chris and Jason run through a few virtual reality scenarios and discuss how VR can provide more comprehensive training for healthcare professionals. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode, the Seitz brothers cover Neuromuscular disorders. Well, really more peripheral nervous system disorders and degenerative neurological disorders that affect the peripheral nervous system and motor function, but who can fit all that into a title? Lots of Venn Diagram discussion too, as an added bonus. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

This time, the Seitz brothers travel into the mind to define psych conditions. While you may not diagnose these conditions, recognizing their symptoms can help you have a better understanding of your patients and lead them to a healthier, happier life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this sweet episode, Jason and Chris review the ins and outs of how your body reacts to and produces glucose and insulin to keep you from being sour. Learn how Diabetes affects the body, and how to adequately treat low and high sugar emergencies in the field. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode, Chris and Jason go over the legal principles and terminology you need to know to be able to safely administer care to your patients. Protect your patients and your own health, privacy, and dignity by making sure you're adhering to the laws designed to help providers do their job. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about sexually transmitted diseases. Learn how they are transmitted, how to identify when they are life-threatening, and what first responders need to know about treating them. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Diving into the most common types of cardiac medications, Jason and Chris discuss the value of understanding the medications you may not use in the field, but your patients use at home. Familiarizing yourself with these meds and how they can affect your treatments is invaluable to delivering effective care. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Diving into the most common types of cardiac medications, Jason and Chris discuss the value of understanding the medications you may not use in the field, but your patients use at home. Familiarizing yourself with these meds and how they can affect your treatments is invaluable to delivering effective care. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode, Chris and Jason discuss how you get burned, what a burn is, the severity of the trauma, how to treat it, and the pathophysiology of burns. Once an EMS provider understands the pathophysiology they will better understand why a particular treatment makes sense. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about the nuances of fluid resuscitation. Is over-resuscitation a rational fear, or with the right tools and knowledge can providers deliver the right fluid at the right time to better patient outcomes? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode special guest star (and Jason's good friend) Chris Perrin joins Jason to discuss Sports Injuries. Chris' experience as an athletic trainer lends a hand as they share knowledge on how to help athletes and accident-prone average joes. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Extremes of temperature can affect the body in many ways. Cold emergencies occur when body systems reach a temperature in which they can no longer tolerate, leading to damage to cells and bodily functions. In this episode of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason discuss the most common and dangerous cold emergencies and how to treat them. Want to recieve CAPCE credit for listening? Check out www.guardiancme.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

It's hard enough getting through EMT and Medic School, and then you are challenged with passing the NREMT exam. With a low passing rate, this exam can be a stressor for a lot of newly graduated EMT and Medic students. Luckily, Guardian Test Prep is an expert in taking and passing the NREMT! In this episode, Chris and Jason break down exactly how the exam works, what to expect and tips on how to approach each question so that you pass with no problem! Don't forget that Guardian Test prep offers a full NREMT test prep program with a 94% pass rate! Check it out at www.guardiantestprep.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In this episode of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason complete their three part series on Pediatric Assessment and Resuscitation. Part 1 covered the systematic approach to assessing a Pediatric patient, and Part 2 reviewed the systematic investigation and treatment of respiratory emergencies. Now, they cover the second major cause of cardiac arrest in children which is Shock. How do we make sure that in every pediatric case we come in contact with, that we don't miss key signs of shock? And how can we systematically assess and treat every child to prevent further decompensation? It's all here on Episode 33! Need CAPCE credits for listening or help with your NREMT exam? Check out our other content at www.guariantestprep.com and www.guardiancme.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

The second part in our Pediatric series covers the assessment strategies needed to recognize respiratory emergencies in children. We cover the systematic evaluation and management of children suffering from respiratory emergencies to better prepare the first responder for handling pediatrics in the field. Want 100% Free CAPCE CME for listening? Check out https://guardiancme.com! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

EMS first responders will run on far less Pediatric patients compared to Adults during their career. Because of this, it can be difficult to remember that children are not just small adults, but require slightly different assessment and treatment protocols. In this episode, Chris and Jason discuss an easy to use systematic approach to the assessment of the Pediatric patient. Pulling from guidelines such as PEPP, PALS, and PEARS, this simple approach should give you confidence in your ability to identify children who need immediate intervention and those who can wait for further work-up at the hospital. Want to get FREE CAPCE CE for listening to the Back to Basics Podcast? Visit https://guardiancme.com! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Its been a few months and we want to open up the podcast to you so that you can ask us all of your questions! Whether they are medical, personal, spiritual, or inappropriate, nothing is off limits and Jason will answer it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is an exciting new technology being evaluated in the EMS space for use by Paramedics and EMS professionals on the road. However, does the research support the use of POCUS in the field? What types of diagnostic exams with the ultrasound have proven to be effective in making changes to patient care? And is there any evidence that patient outcomes are better when POCUS is adopted? In this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason explore these questions and more as they attempt to figure out whether POCUS is hocus. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

A patient who experiences sudden vision loss may be suffering from a number of pathologies. How can the first responder in the field assess and diagnose potentially dangerous conditions that cause these types of symptoms? In this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason discuss some of the most acute and potentially life threatening reasons for acute vision loss as well as how to recognize and potentially diagnose in the field. Join them as they take a look at acute vision loss! If you want to see more content make sure to visit www.guardiantestprep.com! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

EMS Medical Direction is a critical component of every EMS system. The NAEMT, ACEP, and NAAEMSP all help define what high quality EMS Medical Direction should look like. But how are we doing in implementing their guidelines? In this Episode of Back to Basics we discuss the role of the EMS Medical Director, what high quality medical direction should look like, and where we can continue to improve the quality and involvement of this important role in EMS. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis together make up COPD. These are obstructive lung diseases like asthma, but what differentiates Emphysema from Chronic Bronchitis? Do your patients always have both? Find out in this episode of Back to Basics! We also have a big announcement! Soon we will be launching Guardian CME!! Guardian CME is a 100% FREE CAPCE platform so that you can get all your CAPCE credits by engaging our content as well as content from other great educators. And you heard that right....it's FREE! Head over to www.guardiancme.com and drop your email so we can let you know when we launch. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Happy International Talk Like a Pirate day! In this episode, Chris and Jason honor the holiday by covering a topic not often addressed in primary emergency education...Pirate Emergencies. Would you be able to take care of a pirate in the field? Everything from scurvy to gangrene, listen in to make sure you are prepared in case you ever come across these conditions on your future voyages! And don't miss out on our upcoming launch of Guardian CME - a 100% FREE CAPCE platform where you can listen to your favorite podcasts and content from other great educators all for free. Sign up at www.guardiancme.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

You probably see asthma everyday on the job. A common disorder, asthma is something that healthcare professionals typically feel comfortable treating and feel that they have a good understanding of. In this episode, however, Chris and Jason argue that maybe we don't know as much about asthma as we should BECAUSE we see it all of the time. Here, they take a deep dive into the pathophysiology of the condition and explain why its so important to go back to basics even on topics we feel familiar with! Want to earn CME for listening to the podcast? Go to www.guardiancme.com and sign up to hear about our upcoming 100% free CAPCE platform launching in the next few months! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

We touched base on what can happen at depth under the water in our Dive Emergencies episode, but what happens if we head in the opposite direction? High altitude illness is divided into three presentations: Acute Mountain Sickness (the most common), high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and High altitude cerebral edema (HACE). All are caused by a lower oxygen environment. How do we differentiate them and what do we do about it? All this and much more in this episode! Come get high with us! www.guardiantestprep.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Rhabdomyolysis, the destruction of muscle tissue, leading to risk of systemic complications, can be caused from a number of traumatic and non-traumatic mechanisms. Rhabdomyolysis is a confusing pathology to understand, and involves a fairly deep knowledge level of how the muscle cell works. In this episode of Back to Basics, the Seitz brothers simplify the understanding of how muscle cells work and how to both suspect and treat rhabdomyolysis in the acute emergency setting! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Would you know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of organophosphate poisoning? Do you know the treatments and how they work? Is it common? Chris and Jason answer these questions and more on Episode 21 of the Back to Basics podcast! Whether you're a student, educator or advanced provider, we've got something just for you. Enjoying the podcast? Check out our other content at www.guardiantestprep.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

Compartment syndrome is a limb, and potentially life-threatening condition. But would you be able to recognize it in the field? And how do you treat the condition emergently? In Episode 20 of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason answer these questions and more! Studying for the NREMT? Check out our full program at www.guardiantestprep.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

We've all heard that if you have an erection lasting more than 4 hours you need to seek medical attention. But how come? A painful erection is called Priapism, and in this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason discuss the pathophysiology behind the condition as well as what first responders and emergency personnel can do to diagnose and treat this emergent situation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

The idea of delivering a baby can be daunting. Luckily, most of the time all you have to do is not drop it! But when things do go wrong you also need to know how to intervene. In this episode, Chris and Jason review the normal aspects of delivery as well as the simple steps you can take when things don't go exactly as planned. Studying for the NREMT and need more? Check out our course at www.seitzandsirens.com! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

In episode 17 of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason answer all of your pressing questions. By listener request, they answer your medical questions, personal questions and questions you didn't even ask! Have questions for Chris and Jason? Shoot your questions to training@seitzandsirens.com and stay tuned for our next Ask us Anything next quarter! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support

The topic of seizures in emergency care is sometimes oversimplified and many times overcomplicated. In this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason break down the nuances of identifying types of seizures and simplify the emergency approach to treating patients suffering from seizure disorders. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/guardianpodcast/support