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AboutSam D. Say

Sam D. Say is owner and CEO of SSCOR, Inc., a medical device manufacturer specializing in emergency battery operated portable suction devices for the hospital and pre-hospital settings. Mr. Say has been involved in developing product for healthcare providers for over 35 years. His passions include contributing to the management of the patient airway and providing solutions that save lives in difficult conditions.

Common Choking Hazards and Airway Management

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jul 13, 2022 6:30:00 AM

 

Most of us know what it’s like to be enjoying a nice meal when suddenly, you take too large of a bite and your food goes down the wrong pipe, causing some coughing and possible throat irritation. If you’re lucky, the coughing and discomfort won’t last long — but sometimes, these incidents result in choking, which often calls for more serious medical attention. 

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Airway Complications for Patients with Neuromuscular Disorders

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jul 6, 2022 7:30:00 AM

 

Roughly 1.5 million Americans are affected by neuromuscular disorders annually, and patients with neuromuscular disorders experience a host of airway complications resulting from muscle weakness. It’s important that EMS providers remain knowledgeable about different types of neuromuscular disorders and their symptoms so they’re able to provide the best treatment and airway management techniques for their patients. 

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Topics: medical scenarios

How to Know When Airway Discomfort Is a Serious Problem

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jul 5, 2022 8:00:00 AM

A number of things, including allergies, a minor cold, and the flu can all cause airway discomfort. And complications from these usually minor conditions can be dangerous, especially in vulnerable people such as elders and children. Also, serious conditions such as aspiration, partial obstructions, pneumonia, and other disorders may also trigger airway discomfort. As a first responder, it’s important to know when airway discomfort is a sign of a serious problem, or just a passing symptom. 

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Topics: Airway management

Best Types of Suction Units for Ambulances

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jul 1, 2022 8:00:00 AM

Prehospital suctioning of critically ill patients is a core skill that all first responders must master. Before the advent of suction machines, patients were faced with the terrifying realities of inadequate or nonexistent suction. Now, first responders have a number of options.

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Topics: portable suction

Mental Health Trouble for Emergency Responders is a Crisis — How to Help

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jun 29, 2022 6:30:00 AM

 

Emergency responders are the people on the frontlines of every accident, crisis and disaster. But over time — and especially in recent years — being subjected to these stressful, traumatic situations can cause burnout and negatively affect their mental health.

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Topics: EMS Professionals

How Pharyngeal Suction Can Save Your Patient

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jun 28, 2022 8:00:00 AM

 

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Topics: Emergency medical suction, EMS suction, Medical Suction

3 Tips for Successfully Monitoring Your Patient’s Airway

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jun 24, 2022 8:00:00 AM

The ABCs of patient care begin with the airway. Does your patient have airway patency? Can your patient maintain his or her own airway? Are there any obstructions or contaminants obstructing the airway? Questions like these are likely second nature to you, and you probably don’t even realize you are asking them when caring for your patients.

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Topics: Airway management

5 Tricks to Perform the Best Respiratory Assessment

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jun 22, 2022 8:00:00 AM

 

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Topics: respiratory assessment

Celebrating Unsung Heroes: Health Care Risk Managers

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jun 20, 2022 6:15:00 AM

 

They may not always be on the frontlines, but health care risk managers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of patients. There is a time, however, to celebrate these professionals.

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Five Common Mistakes That Are Made During a Respiratory Assessment

Posted by Sam D. Say

Jun 17, 2022 8:00:00 AM


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Topics: Emergency Preparedness