Electrical Injuries and Lightning Strikes
Derek Miller, outreach coordinator for the UNC JC Burn Center, joins us again to explore electrical injuries and lightning strikes. We discuss the various types of electrical injuries, the mechanisms behind these injuries, and the essential steps EMS providers must take to ensure their safety and provide effective patient care. Through real-life case studies and expert insights, this episode delves into the complexities of managing electrical burn patients, the importance of immediate interventions, and the potential long-term sequelae of such injuries. Tune in for practical advice and essential knowledge to enhance your skills in handling electrical emergencies.
Here are some additional resources:
Electrical Injuries Overview- Nice overview, though not limited to EMS specifically. The references list at end is also a good jumping off spot for those wanting more.
The Critically Burned Patient
Burn injuries are among the most intimidating emergencies faced by prehospital care providers. The intricacies of managing such cases were vividly discussed in our recent podcast featuring Derek Miller, an experienced burn nurse with a deep understanding of burn care. This post delves into the key takeaways from the podcast, offering practical guidance and insight to enhance the care of burn patients in the prehospital setting.
End-Tidal CO2 Monitoring in Hemorrhagic Shock: A Vital Tool for Assessment and Management
Introduction Hemorrhagic shock, characterized by a significant loss of blood volume, characterized by end organ dysfunction as the result of inadequate tissue profusion. It is a life-threatening medical emergency that requires rapid assessment and intervention. Timely recognition of its severity and continuous monitoring of the patient’s condition are paramount to guide appropriate treatment strategies. One […]
Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA)
In the high-stakes world of emergency medicine, innovations continually push the boundaries of what’s possible. One such groundbreaking procedure is Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta (REBOA). Dr. Ernest E Moore, who has literally written the book on trauma surgery, teaches us what REBOA is and how it is being used to save lives in critical situations. Another lecture from the Rocky Mountain Trauma and Emergency Medicine Conference.
Trauma Triage Guidelines Update
What is the ACS? It is important to listen to experts in the field, and the American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a great example of a group of experts that can provide valuable insight. The ACS is a national group of physicians that come together to determine best practices and guidelines for surgery, especially […]
The GCS Sucks!
The Glasgow Coma Score (GCS) was developed in the 1970s initially as a research tool for admitted Neurosurgery patients. The original authors of the score and research advocated against it’s widespread use in acute care but nevertheless here we are: it is widely used in acute trauma and medical care. Other than a score of 3 […]
The Ideal Trauma Call
Are you running your traumas as efficiently as you should? Dave Edwards shares with us the ideal approach/philosophy/teaching tool to how theses calls should ideally go. This document is years in the making with input from Trauma Surgeons, Emergency Physicians, and Paramedics to help clearly delineate our priorities in trauma.
Penetrating Neck Wounds
Maria “The Hammer” Moreira breaks down our approach to penetrating neck wounds.