Tim's Take Away on EMS and Education related topics

In this episode, we dive into looking at the controversy behind the use of the Nasopharyngeal Airway. We close out the episode with what the literature actually says about this simple life-saving device. References: Text Books Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support 9th Ed. 2019 AAOS Emergency Care and Transportation of the Sick and Injured, 12th Ed, 2021 Journals: Stat Pearls, Nasopharyngeal Airway. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK513220/ Roberts, K., Whallet, H., Bleetman, A.;Emerg Med J 2005;22:394–396. doi: 10.1136/emj.2004.021402 Thangavel AR, Panneerselvam S, Rudingwa P, Sivakumar RK. Nasopharyngeal airway size selection and its implication in the management of pediatric difficult airway. J Anaesthesiol Clin Pharmacolg 2020;36:565-6. Seo., et.al. Severe Spastic Trismus without Generalized Spasticity after Unilateral Brain Stem Stroke https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3309321/#:~:text=However%2C%20trismus%20after%20brain%20stem,brain%20injury%20is%20relatively%20common.   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent the opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

Active learning is not just important in the classroom, it is also important during the study process. Reading for learning becomes more effective when you annotate your readings. This session will provide a brief how-to regarding annotation. Diigo: http://www.diigo.com Hypothesis: https://web.hypothes.is/ Video Ants: https://ant.umn.edu/  

In 2018, the American College of Surgeons, Committee on Trauma, and the National Association of Emergency Physicians released a joint consensus statement on Spinal Motion Restriction. This short session provides a way to apply the document to EMS students and providers. Need to see this in a visual format? https://youtu.be/uNxYKqvDofE  

Rereading your textbook does not improve your knowledge. What does improve your recall for when you need it is retrieval Practice. This shot tip will describe how to set up retrieval practice.

In this episode, Tim walks through some basic airway positioning to ensure better oxygenation and ventilation for our patients. This podcast does have a corresponding video https://youtu.be/tcMINfNrBzU  

In this episode, we talk about injures to the abdomen, the GI and GU areas from the EMT standpoint. When learning about the human body, a lot of folks become confused with the organs inside the abdomen. This episode provides an important realization that being familiar with the locations of the organs will help predict those patients who can experience shock early on and those who may develop life-threatening infections later on. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode, we talk about spinal injuries and the different types of Traumatic Brain Injuries from the EMT standpoint. This area is often one that is confusing for many EMT students. Because many testing locations will require the demonstration of Supine Immobilization and potentially seated immobilization. These are skills that are not utilized as much anymore. However, it is still a skill that must be taught to evaluate a need.  Referenced the National Model Clinical Guidelines www.nasemso.org   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This episode is dealing with bleeding, soft tissue, and orthopedic injuries. These areas frequently overlap each other. To me, it makes sense that these areas are then combined or talked about together. This is a longer episode that covers a lot of material. I struggled to decide on breaking it up but I didn't like the places I was going to put the breaks! SO I am leaving that up to you the listener! Enjoy!   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode of Tim's Take Away, I discuss shock. This episode expands on some of the basic pathophysiology of shock. Why we look for the signs and symptoms gives us a great indication that a patient is in shock.   I make mention in the podcast, if you are concerned about some of the subject matter discussed here, check out my Human Body Review on my YouTube page. www.youtube.com/timr2715     The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This episode of Tim's Take Away is the basics of Pharmacology for the EMT Student. We will talk about the routes of medication administration, what the indications and contraindications of a medication mean. We just brush over the common medications EMTs may use. This episode will not dive deeply into them but will provide examples.  Mentions from the podcastMedical Errorshttps://www.ted.com/talks/brian_goldman_doctors_make_mistakes_can_we_talk_about_that?language=en Common Medication Endingshttps://images.app.goo.gl/yppiQdPxnuoaNp5A9 BVM Flow Demohttps://youtu.be/aH0emTWsrA4 The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode, we will provide a general overview of the most common, and often scary, emergency in EMS. The allergic reaction or anaphylaxis. This episode provides a general discussion as to the immune systems over exaggeration to an invader. While we do not get into the specific release of immunological hormones, we do discuss some common reactions and how to distinguish between an allergic reaction and anaphylaxis.  The link below provides some evidence-based treatment from the World Allergy Organization. Definitely a good read for any healthcare provider! https://waojournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1097/WOX.0b013e318211496c#Sec12 The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.  

This episode covers common trauma-related emergencies found to the face and neck. Topic includes a general review of the anatomy, common injuries, assessment tips, and common treatments. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This episode deals with Toxicological Emergencies. From some general considerations of scene safety, PPE, and introducing some common toxidromes. This episode demonstrates the importance of knowing how to recognize the signs and symptoms of specific families of toxins. Here are some links mentioned in the podcast! This is on Chemical Suicide https://chemm.nlm.nih.gov/chemicalsuicide.htm Want to know what the toxicologist groups have to say about exposure to some opiates? https://www.acmt.net/_Library/Positions/Fentanyl_PPE_Emergency_Responders_.pdf   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This episode is primarily focused on the EMS instructor/educator. If you are a student who is preparing or attempting to take the certification exam you too will find some useful information in here as well. Here are links which are mentioned in this podcast. www.nremt.orghttps://www.ems.gov/education.htmlBloom’s TaxonomyPractice Analysis National EMS Scope of Practice NREMT Cognitive exam informationSlaying the National Registry Test Dragon 10-minute medic podcastContact me at timr2715@me.com  The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we discuss neurological emergencies, such as stroke, seizures, and medical conditions which affect the nervous system.  Need to review some Anatomy?  https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2) The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we discuss behavioral/psychiatric emergencies. While we are not often asked to identify the exact cause of the emergency, we must be aware of some common conditions. Additionally, we must learn to begin to recognize when stress causes problems in our own lives. Need to review some Anatomy?  https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2) The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This episode goes over the treatment of out of hospital cardiac arrest utilizing the 2015 American Heart Association Guidelines. This does not constitute a formal CPR (BLS) course.          The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we cardiovascular emergencies. This episode will provide an overview of several disease processes which involve the cardiovascular system. Cardiac arrest has been removed and placed as a separate episode.   Need to review some Anatomy?  https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2)   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This is part two on respiratory emergencies. This episode will provide a continue discussing assessment and how to begin treating patients with a respiratory illness.     Need to review some Anatomy?  https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2) The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we discuss respiratory emergencies. This episode will provide an overview of several disease processes which involve the respiratory system, and begin assessing the patient to identify the problem.    Need to review some Anatomy?  https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2) The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This the third of a three-part episode series which discusses the essentials of airway management in the out of hospital setting. There is nothing more important than a clear comprehension of basic airway management!   Take a look at more demonstrations on my YouTube Page! Opening The Airway https://youtu.be/cC4Ag8_tOQ0Basic Adjuncts https://youtu.be/ZcWpoxBBSTE Setting up the O2 Regulator https://youtu.be/1xLe2QdIim0Oxygen Delivery Systems https://youtu.be/9dVHpLb4KfwSuctioning https://youtu.be/gpo0O210GNYPutting it all together https://youtu.be/gpo0O210GNY   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This the second of a three-part episode series which discusses the essentials of airway management in the out of hospital setting. There is nothing more important than a clear comprehension of basic airway management!   Take a look at more demonstrations on my YouTube Page! Opening The Airway https://youtu.be/cC4Ag8_tOQ0Basic Adjuncts https://youtu.be/ZcWpoxBBSTE Setting up the O2 Regulator https://youtu.be/1xLe2QdIim0Oxygen Delivery Systems https://youtu.be/9dVHpLb4KfwSuctioning https://youtu.be/gpo0O210GNYPutting it all together https://youtu.be/gpo0O210GNY   The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This the first of a three-part episode series which discusses the essentials of airway management in the out of hospital setting. There is nothing more important than a clear comprehension of basic airway management!   Take a look at more demonstrations on my YouTube Page! Opening The Airway https://youtu.be/cC4Ag8_tOQ0Basic Adjuncts https://youtu.be/ZcWpoxBBSTE Setting up the O2 Regulator https://youtu.be/1xLe2QdIim0Oxygen Delivery Systems https://youtu.be/9dVHpLb4KfwSuctioning https://youtu.be/gpo0O210GNYPutting it all together https://youtu.be/gpo0O210GNY     The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This session reviews the basics of the Glasgow Coma Score.         The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

This episode discusses triage from the standpoint of utilizing the START Triage System. Since there is a supplement to the EMS Education Standards regarding MUCC it is also advisable for EMS providers to be in-serviced on SALT Triage as well. There will be another episode created to discuss this.  Here is a link on a free online course for SALT https://www.ems.gov/newsletter/may2018/New-MCI-Triage-Instructional-Guidelines.html     The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.