Everyday EMS Tips readers know that diabetic emergencies while being among the most common types incident we respond to are also some of the most challenging. Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia are two of many causes of altered mental status. Always remember to cast a wide net, consider all possible causes, and rule out possibilities as you […]
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As I squeezed my arms to my chest harder to stay warm I pondered the several feet of snow between me and the blue sky. I knew I had only been buried for a few minutes but it seemed like half a day because of the sudden change from full daylight to the barely visible […]
Today (December 1, 2009) is World AIDS Day. The purpose of this day is to draw attention to the global HIV/AIDS pandemic. To learn more visit the CDC World Aids day website. Many EMTs and Paramedics have a regular continuing education requirement to learn about HIV/AIDS symptoms, transmission, prevention, and treatment. This requirement is often […]
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Geriatric Patient Assessment Tips
Everyday EMS geriatric assessment tips for any geriatric patient: Introduce yourself Explain your actions before and as you do them Ask a single question at a time Wait for the patient to think through their answer before interrupting with a new question or re-asking the same question Listen to the patient’s answer Only raise your […]
One of the most popular RapidCE.com lessons is about how avalanches happen, the injuries that result, and treatment guidelines. Most students comment that will likely never be in a situation to care for an avalanche victim, but they enjoy learning about something different. The essence of continuing education is to increase your knowledge about a […]
Today is World Stroke Day. The purpose of this day is “to communicate a unified message to the world: stroke is a preventable and treatable catastrophe, and together we can fight this growing epidemic.” Learn more about World Stroke Day from the World Stroke Organization. All EMS Professionals should know the signs and symptoms of […]
This statement in a recent CDC MMWR caught my eye, “Adults aged ≥65 years have a worse prognosis than younger patients after scald burns because of age-related factors and comorbid medical conditions, and they are subject to more extensive medical treatment than younger adults.” When assessing burn patients – of any age – remember assessing […]
Low Back Pain is a pervasive medical problem. Four out five American adults will experience low back pain. Complementary and alternative medicine is frequently sought to deal with Low Back Pain. As an EMS professional you know the risks of back injury as well as the frequency with which you encounter patients with low back […]
Assessing and Treating patients with service animals is one of the most popular continuing education lessons available at RapidCE.com. Service animals make amazing contributions to their owners. Are you aware of the ADA protections for service animals? Do you know what to do with a service animal if the patient is unresponsive or no family […]
CentreLearn solutions issued this announcement, “Free Pandemic Flu Courses available until the end of June. 10% discount for anyone who has taken the free pandemic courses if they become a paid subscriber by June 30.” Visit the CentreLearn blog for RapidCE.com enrollment and discount information. RapidCE.com is the leading online provider of continuing education for […]