I'm Down to One Last Breath (Respiratory Emergencies)

This week, the crew breaks down respiratory emergencies — from dyspnea and lung sounds to asthma, COPD, pneumonia, CHF, and pulmonary embolisms. Mike, Max, and Jonathan explore what respiratory distress looks like, how to differentiate major causes, and the tools EMTs use to treat breathing problems in the field.

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Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Intro, singing, and StatPacks announcement

09:22 – Recognizing respiratory emergencies & assessing breathing “from the door”

10:15 – Medical Term of the Week: Dyspnea

19:24 – Asthma, COPD, pneumonia, CHF & pulmonary edema

38:40 – Oxygen therapy, CPAP, bronchodilators & epinephrine

1:13:00 – Tools of the Trade: Stethoscope

1:22:46 – Student Tip of the Week: Nebulizer spill prevention

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⚠️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and storytelling purposes only. It is not medical advice or official EMT training. Always follow your accredited instructors and local protocols.

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