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Simple, But Not Easy. eFONA 2024, Part 2
eFONA is a risky but straightforward procedure. The key is timely decision-making and proper technique.
EMS Airway Briefs
NJ Firefighters Save Little Girl from Choking
Paterson firefighters saved the life of an infant who was brought into fire headquarters choking, fire department officials said.
MI Firefighters Commend Police Officers as Both Worked Together to Save a Life
The power of teamwork was recognized last month in Romulus, Michigan.
Lincoln (NE) Fire and Rescue Helps Train Others in Resuscitation
The gathering included 15 different agencies and the American Heart Association.
EMS Airway Articles
Simple, But Not Easy. eFONA 2024, Part 2
eFONA is a risky but straightforward procedure. The key is timely decision-making and proper technique.
Mechanics of Breathing and BVM Advancements
EMS education often overlooks how thoracic negative pressure during inhalation significantly aids blood return to the heart.
Friday Night Lights: Shift 11 – The Silence that Lurks Beneath
Although the reported symptom was difficulty breathing, the issue may not always stem from the respiratory system itself.
EMS Airway Podcasts
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EMS AIRWAY PODCAST!
The EMS Airway Podcast features in-depth discussions from leaders and changemakers working to steer the EMS industry toward growth and innovation.
Friday Night Lights: Shift 6 – Nacho Normal Chest Pressure
EMS Airway Books
25 Airway Scenarios: Mastering the Art of Airway Management
by Geoff Murphy
Embark on a Journey of Lifesaving Skills with Real-World Insights
“25 Airway Scenarios” is an essential guide for medical educators, paramedics, and emergency medical personnel. This comprehensive book is meticulously crafted to provide a dynamic and immersive learning experience, focusing on challenging airway management situations where expert resuscitation and intubation skills are crucial.
What Sets This Book Apart?
- Realistic Scenarios: Each of the 25 scenarios is based on actual events, offering a realistic glimpse into high-pressure situations that demand quick thinking and precise action.
- Educational Blueprint: Designed to aid educators in preparing, conducting, and debriefing each scenario. This book serves as a complete toolkit for teaching and learning complex airway management.
- In-Depth Learning: Dive deep into scenarios that cover a wide range of emergencies, from trauma-induced complications to unexpected respiratory crises. Every scenario is a learning opportunity to enhance decision-making and procedural skills.
Key Features:
- Detailed Scenario Descriptions: Each scenario is vividly described, including patient information, clinical presentations, and vital signs, providing a realistic context for learners.
- Paramedic Level Treatment Goals: Clearly outlined objectives for each scenario guide learners through the necessary steps in managing difficult airways.
- Debrief Questions and Explanations: Critical for consolidating learning, these questions help unravel the complexities of each case, fostering a deeper understanding of airway management.
EMS Capnography Video Series
EMS Airway Videos
What’s the Evidence For and Against Advanced Airway Management in Cardiac Arrest?
Dr. Jeffrey Jarvis leads a fast-moving review of the literature for advanced airway management in cardiac arrest.
Airway Management in Cardiac Arrest
Dr. Jeff Jarvis of Williamson County (TX) EMS looks at the current EMS research on airway management in cardiac arrest.
Oral ET Intubation for Adults and Children
New York’s Southern Tier Emergency Medical System (STEMS) has released two excellent training videos on oral endotracheal intubation for adults and infants.
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