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Posted by Sam D. Say
Sep 30, 2023 8:00:00 AM
Topics: Airway management
Posted by Sam D. Say
Sep 28, 2023 8:00:00 AM
If you are in the market for a portable suction device, you’ll notice that there is a large variety of different products available. Depending upon your intended use, you will need to evaluate several things. Consider, for example:
Topics: Portable suction for hospitals
Swimming is a great form of exercise that can be very beneficial to a person’s overall health. Who doesn’t love a good dip in the pool, right? On the flip side, swimming can also present a number of respiratory issues and cause breathing dysfunction. It’s important to know the respiratory risks of swimming before hopping in the pool.
Topics: Respiratory, respiratory assessment
Posted by Sam D. Say
Sep 18, 2023 7:00:00 AM
Seeking care for airway concerns and conditions can be overwhelming for many patients, especially if they’re experiencing certain symptoms for the first time, or they’re not as knowledgeable about their airway health.
Topics: medical scenarios, EMS Professionals
It’s a scary moment for even the most experienced first responder: A baby has been delivered in the hospital parking lot and isn’t breathing. Or a newborn’s parents call, sobbing, and report that their baby is in respiratory distress. Caring for babies facing respiratory emergencies is emotionally and physically challenging work. Baby airways are much smaller than those of adults, and the stakes are very high. A respiratory injury to a baby in respiratory distress can prove catastrophic. Here’s what you need to know to provide exceptional care to your most vulnerable patients.
Topics: Pediatric Suction
Posted by Sam D. Say
Sep 14, 2023 8:00:00 AM
The call came in the moment you placed your gear on the truck—a high-speed crash at that same dangerous intersection. Police on the scene are reporting they have three patients, one of whom is in cardiac arrest. CPR is being administered by bystanders. You hit your siren and respond.
Topics: Handheld portable suction
Health and safety can change in the blink of an eye, and one of the most severe ways that can happen is through having an allergic reaction and experiencing anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is caused by the over-release of chemicals, specifically histamines, which force a person’s body to go into shock. There is a wide spectrum of reactions that one can have during anaphylaxis – ranging from mild to life-threatening. It’s critical that patients and providers know what to look for to identify allergic reactions and anaphylaxis and remain proactive in seeking treatment.
Topics: Anaphylaxis
Let’s face it: Pediatric patients make even the most seasoned paramedics a bit nervous. Because adults make up the majority of EMS patients, when that little one comes along, it can produce anxiety even among the most experienced medics. And when the child is having trouble breathing, your unease can go through the roof.
Topics: Airway management
In 2018, Hurricane Michael required the evacuation of eight hospitals. Thanks to a thoughtful evacuation plan and quick action, no evacuees died. An emergency patient transport plan is critical to patient survival and can help preserve your organization’s reputation during a major crisis.
Hospitals are required to have emergency plans, so make sure yours is truly effective by following these steps.
Topics: Emergency Preparedness
Posted by Sam D. Say
Sep 2, 2023 8:00:00 AM
You understand the importance of clearing your patient’s airway in an emergency. To do this, you know that an appropriate suction device is necessary to remove secretions, vomit, blood, or foreign materials that may be causing an obstruction or distress. You are also aware that your hospital stocks portable suction machines to be used as needed. But have you ever thought about the fact that where you store your portable suction machine makes a difference?
Topics: Portable suction for hospitals
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