Monthly Archives: August 2009

Difficult Airway Options

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Dan White

I recently found this link to an especially useful pdf summary of options for the Difficult Airway. It should be a study guide in every Paramedic Program. http://felipeairway.sites.medinfo.ufl.edu/files/2009/06/airwaymgmt_an0509_wm.pdf

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EMS & Transport Ventilators

Posted on August 10, 2009 by Dan White

My last great clinical save was a narcotic OD. It was good quality ventilation that gave this kid another chance. Using a BVM is one of the most difficult skills to master. It’s almost impossible with a BVM to accurately titrate therapy … Continue reading →

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The Best Cheap Blanket

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Dan White

I went camping this weekend on the Gasconade River. I guess I was a little eager to get on the road, and so I did not do the normal triple-check on all my gear. Anyway, I was setting up camp … Continue reading →

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