Author Archives: Melissa

Introduction to Hypertension

Hypertension aka High Blood Pressure Blood pressure is defined as the pressure exerted by the blood against the artery walls. Hypertension is one of the risk factors that has been correlated to and causative of many other human diseases. Normal … Continue reading

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Digest #5 – Something for Everyone

Lung Regeneration Closer to Reality Study’s authors show blood vessels support lung regeneration and their findings could potentially open the door to therapy for lung disorders… Read More Toxidromes As first responders and paramedics, we run into a seemingly endless … Continue reading

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The Science of Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is classified as an Immediate Hypersensitivity Reaction (Class 1). The exact reason why someone becomes hypersensitive to a particular antigen is currently unknown, but research has shown that hypersensitivity occurs after an initial exposure to the antigen. When antigens are present … Continue reading

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Symptom Relief Medications

This quiz tests your general knowledge of the medications themselves. This is NOT a protocol based quiz.

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Canadian C-Spine Rule (CCR)

The Canadian C-Spine Rule was created in response to increased costs associated with non-essential radiography (98%) and increased patient wait times while immobilized to back boards. This month’s article will review the research and findings associated with the Canadian C-Spine … Continue reading

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