09/06/2011
The answer to last week’s Lead-II ECG was:
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Digest #3 September: Welcome Back Students!
Light at the End of the Tunnel
Although it’s a bit esoteric, I figured between the 3rd semester students starting your fall rideouts, and some groups finishing up their in-class training, it was worth doing another (final) article about preceptorship. Having now finished my time on the road, there were a few more things I wanted to add to my original update in Digest #1.
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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 Rule (CCR) and relate them to EMS practices.
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Acetaminophen Overdose – What Pre-Hospital Providers Should Know
Acetaminiphen is an analgesic which is a common component in over the counter and prescription medications. Preparations such as Tylenol, Tylenol #3, Tempra, Percocet, Robaxacet as well as many other pharmaceuticals all contain varying quantities of acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is perceived by many as a benign medication. However, accidental and intentional overdose account for significant morbidity and mortality primarily due to liver damage and fulminate liver failure.
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ECG Challenge 40 – Bare-down and try to figure this one out…
09/01/2011
The answer to last week’s 12-lead ECG Challenge was: ECG abnormalities caused by Hypokalemia
Quiz: Myocardial Infarction
This week’s quiz will focus on the ECG changes of MIs.
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