CE Articles

COVID-19 causes clotting problems—what should EMS know?
Spotting the Clotting: Hypercoagulopathy in COVID-19
Michael Estreicher, MD; Tjasa Hranjec, MD; Paul E. Pepe, MD, MPH, et al., August 01, 2020
Severe COVID-19 illness can involve a spectrum of inflammation and unusual vascular disorders.
Research links IV bolus nitroglycerin to reduced intubation rates, ICU admission rates, and hospital lengths of stay in patients with CHF with acute pulmonary edema. (Photos: Montgomery County Hospital District EMS)
CE Article: Can IV Nitro Help CHF With Acute Pulmonary Edema?
Casey B. Patrick, MD; Brad Ward, EMT-P; Jordan Anderson, BS, LP, CCP-C, et al., July 01, 2020
Two systems find new protocols safe and effective.
Pain management and care of complex burns
CE Article: Thermal Burn Injury—Part 3
Randy D. Kearns, DHA, MSA, FACHE, FRSPH, CEM; Christopher K. Craig, DMSc, MMS, PA-C; Michael W. Hubble, PhD, MBA, NRP, et al., June 01, 2020
What are the best options for immediate pain relief and definitive care of complex burns?
While the patient ultimately survived this full-thickness burn, both legs had to be amputated.
CE Article: Thermal Burn Injury—Part 2
Randy D. Kearns, DHA, MSA, FACHE, FRSPH, CEM; Christopher K. Craig, DMSc, MMS, PA-C; Michael W. Hubble, PhD, MBA, NRP, et al., May 01, 2020
For burn patients, what are the keys to assessment, ABCDEs, and wound care?
Employing the Canadian C-Spine Rule in the awake and cooperative patient can help minimize unnecessary immobilization.
CE Article: Prehospital Use of Cervical Collars
Evan Conner, MD, and Hawnwan Philip Moy, MD, February 28, 2020
Much like backboards, the evidence is mounting against their frequent use.
A full-thickness burn, its treatment and best practices are detailed here.
CE Article: Thermal Burn Injury—Part 1
Randy D. Kearns, DHA, MSA, FACHE, FRSPH, CEM; Christopher K. Craig, DMSc, MMS, PA-C; Michael W. Hubble, PhD, MBA, NRP, et al., February 01, 2020
A review of burn care training suggestions for EMTs and paramedics.
According to the Department of Health and Human Services, suicide is a public health crisis in the U.S., with an estimated 40,000 Americans committing suicide annually.
CE Article: The EMS Suicide Threat
Al Lulla, MD, MS; LinLin Tian, MD, PhD; Hawnwan Philip Moy, MD; Kristen Mueller, MD; and Bridgette Svancarek, MD, February 01, 2020
New research finds alarmingly high rates of ideation and risk.
For many patients dying at home is preferable to the cold, sterile environment of a hospital. (Photo: Justin Taylor/Wikimedia Commons)
CE Article: Terminal Extubation—The Role of EMS
Danielle Scheafer, DO; Renoj Varughese, MD; Michael Dailey, MD, FACEP; and Brian Clemency, DO, FACEP, September 01, 2019
With preparation, we can help some patients die peacefully at home.
Secure the endotracheal tube using a commercial device that is easy to apply and maintain. (Photo: Rebecca Heigel) 
CE Article: Unplanned Extubation—An Underrecognized Complication
Scott Bourn, PhD, RN, FACHE, January 25, 2019
Unplanned extubation is common, costly, and dangerous but largely preventable.
CE Article: Spinal Cord Injury and Neurogenic Shock
Alexander Ordoobadi, August 29, 2018
Recognize and treat shock in SCI patients before it causes further damage.
CE Article: The ABCs of LGBT: Creating a Positive Space in the Ambulance
Michael Kruse, BSc, EMT-P, and Blair Bigham, MD, MSc, ACPf, August 01, 2018
What should you know to provide the best care for these vulnerable populations?
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