Vital Signs

MRSA Review - 1 CME Medical

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:28:47 -0700

This episode of Vital Signs takes a look at the infectious disease MRSA. Using rules adopted from any good “Zombie Survival Handbook”, the episode provides a basic review of MRSA, the steps to take to protect yourself, and discusses some clinical consequences that can occur as the disease progresses.

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Addison's Disease - 1 CME Medical

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 17:32:25 -0800

This episode of Vital Signs reviews the endocrine disorder “Addison’s Disease” and builds on some of the information presented in Vital Signs episode # 8. The episode provides a basic review of the Adrenal glands and the hormones that they produce and discusses some clinical consequences that occur when there is a deficiency of these hormones. Lastly, the suggested treatment based on Southern Nevada Health District EMS Protocols is discussed.

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Suspension Trauma Syndrome - 1 CME Trauma

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 19:54:23 -0800

This episode of Vital Signs reviews a little known condition called “Suspension Trauma Syndrome”. The episode highlights the relationship between muscle movement and syncope when a person is suspended in a vertical position and a condition known as “reflow syndrome” if the emergency is not recognized. Lastly, the suggested treatment based on Southern Nevada Health District EMS Protocols is discussed.

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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia - 1 CME Medical

Sun, 26 Dec 2010 15:32:09 -0800

This episode of Vital Signs reviews Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and what can happen when the body suffers from adrenal insufficiency. The episode also reviews the function of the adrenal glands and the hormones that it produces. Lastly, the signs and symptoms of adrenal insufficiency are reviewed as well as the suggested treatment based on Southern Nevada Health District EMS Protocols.

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Hyperkalemia - 1 CME Airway, Breathing, Cardiology

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 08:54:44 -0700

This episode of Vital Signs reviews how potassium is used by the body and what can happen when it’s levels get too high. The episode also highlights the EKG findings that will occur with high levels of potassium in the body and the pre-hospital treatment strategies for treating this life threatening emergency. .

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Bee Envenomation - 1 CME Medical

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:27:28 -0700

This episode of Vital Signs reviews the spread of the Africanized Honey Bee and the consequences of it’s arrival in the United States. The episode also highlights a couple of cases of bee envenomations and list the signs and symptoms, treatment options, and some things to watch out for when treating this type emergency.

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Ludwig's Angina - 1 CME Airway, Breathing, Cardiology

Thu, 4 Feb 2010 18:37:11 -0800

This episode of Vital Signs reviews the signs and symptoms, treatment options, and some things to watch out for when treating this true airway emergency, Ludwig’s Angina.

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Pharmacology Focus (Magnesium Sulfate) - 1 CME Medical

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 16:21:26 -0800

This episode of Vital Signs reviews the mechanism of action of Magnesium Sulfate and it’s uses in pre-hospital environment.

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Sgarbossa's Criteria (STEMI Identification in patients with a LBBB) - 1 CME Airway, Breathing, Cardiology

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:50:26 -0800

This episode of Vital Signs explains how to identify a STEMI in patients who also have a Left Bundle Branch Block present on their 12 lead ECG.

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Behavioral Emergencies (The SAFER Method) - 1 CME Medical

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 17:41:45 -0700

This episode of Vital Signs takes a look at behavioral emergencies. It provides one possible cause of acute anxiety reactions and offers a number of ways to deal with these events. The episode also reviews the “SAFER” method of dealing with potentially violent patients who are suffering from a behavioral emergency and refreshes the viewer on pharmacological options available to them.

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Detergent Suicide (Hydrogen Sulfide) - 1 CME Medical

Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:11:21 -0700

This episode of Vital Signs explores a method of suicide called “Detergent Suicide”. In this method of suicide, people combine household chemicals to produce hydrogen sulfide gas. This episode will provide the first responder with the things they need to know and watch out for when encountering these circumstances.

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