In this episode, Eric dives into an amazing case of survival and breaks down all things hypothermia. We look at the current resuscitation recommendations and evaluate this case, the decision-making, and the ultimate outcome. How should you focus your approach on working with a hypothermia patient with a long downtime? You don't want to miss this episode. So much good stuff! Please like and review your current podcast app, including Spotify, Google Play, iTunes, PodBean, and many more.

FAST24 | June 10 - 12, 2024 | Wilmington, North Carolina
FAST24 is our annual conference for pre-hospital and critical care transport professionals, including nurses, paramedics, and other disciplines. It features engaging workshops, talks by industry leaders, and focused sessions on air and surface critical care transport medicine. The event also offers a unique vendor experience, special guest appearances from notable talent in the industry, catered lunches, as well as relaxing and entertaining networking and social opportunities. Tickets are limited so don’t wait! Visit fbefast.com for more information.

E204: The Hypothermia Case Study: Survival Against All Odds

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As night falls, a critical medical battle against Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) begins. This formidable foe, hidden within the body's chemistry, pushes patients towards peril. In this thrilling installment of the FlightBridgeED Nightmare Series, EMS providers face a relentless race against time, striving to subdue the devastating effects of DKA before it's too late. Host Eric Bauer and Jean-Francois Couture, Emergency Physician and Director of Operations at Applications MD, guide us through the intricacies of managing this complex medical emergency. With every passing moment, the tension escalates. Will our EMS warriors decode the mysteries of DKA in time to save their patient? Tune in to discover if they can deliver salvation from the brink of metabolic disaster.

FAST24 | June 10 - 12, 2024 | Wilmington, North Carolina
FAST24 is our annual conference for pre-hospital and critical care transport professionals, including nurses, paramedics, and other disciplines. It features engaging workshops, talks by industry leaders, and focused sessions on air and surface critical care transport medicine. The event also offers a unique vendor experience, special guest appearances from notable talent in the industry, catered lunches, as well as relaxing and entertaining networking and social opportunities. Tickets are limited so don’t wait! Visit fbefast.com for more information.

Nightmare Series: The DKA Dilemma with Jean-Francois Couture

In this final episode of The FAST Archives miniseries, we're thrilled to present a talk from Chris Meeks. Chris is not just any paramedic and educator; he's a veteran with a knack for making complex medical topics approachable. Today, he's breaking down "Oxygenation Assassin," a deep dive into the world of hypoplastic left heart syndrome—a challenging congenital heart defect. Chris will walk us through the hemodynamic hurdles of the condition and share essential tips for acute care management. You'll get a solid grasp of the underlying physiology and see how learning about conditions like this - the "small percentage" cases - can drastically improve patient outcomes. If you enjoy this episode, we invite you to check out the other talks from the FAST Archives miniseries. You can also catch these speakers and more at FAST24 happening June 10 - 12, 2024, in Wilmington, North Carolina. Tickets are still available at FBEFAST.COM. Enjoy the episode and we hope to see you at FAST24.

FAST24 | June 10 - 12, 2024 | Wilmington, North Carolina
FAST24 is our annual conference for pre-hospital and critical care transport professionals, including nurses, paramedics, and other disciplines. It features engaging workshops, talks by industry leaders, and focused sessions on air and surface critical care transport medicine. The event also offers a unique vendor experience, special guest appearances from notable talent in the industry, catered lunches, as well as relaxing and entertaining networking and social opportunities. Tickets are limited so don’t wait! Visit fbefast.com for more information.

FAST Archives: Oxygenation Assassin

In this episode of The FAST Archives, we explore a unique challenge in emergency medical planning from Helge Junge, who leads a team specialized in air rescue operations. Helge shares the intricate details of developing a comprehensive care and transport system for the World Economic Forum, held in the challenging and mountainous terrain of the Swiss Alps. The forum's location posed significant logistical and medical challenges, including potential mass casualty scenarios and limited local medical resources. His talk, "Air Rescue During WEF: Special Conditions and Problems," provides an in-depth analysis of how his team overcame these hurdles to establish a robust emergency response system. The solutions they created ensured attendees' safety and well-being and offered valuable lessons for managing mass casualty incidents (MCI) and rescue operations in austere conditions. If you enjoy this talk, check out the other talks from the FAST Archives miniseries! We hope you enjoy them!

FAST24 | June 10 - 12, 2024 | Wilmington, North Carolina
FAST24 is our annual conference for pre-hospital and critical care transport professionals, including nurses, paramedics, and other disciplines. It features engaging workshops, talks by industry leaders, and focused sessions on air and surface critical care transport medicine. The event also offers a unique vendor experience, special guest appearances from notable talent in the industry, catered lunches, as well as relaxing and entertaining networking and social opportunities. Tickets are limited so don’t wait! Visit fbefast.com for more information.

FAST Archives: Air Rescue During WEF: Special Conditions and Problems

In this enlightening episode of The FAST Archives, we feature a compelling talk by Bruce Hoffman titled "A Change of Heart." Bruce, a seasoned critical care nurse and paramedic with a rich background in ICU, ER, trauma, and cardiology, challenges conventional wisdom in the treatment of STEMI patients. Drawing on the latest evidence, he questions the rush to percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and whether our current metrics, like door-to-reperfusion times, are truly in the best interest of patient outcomes. Bruce's engaging discussion not only covers cardiac care insights but also includes a curious anecdote about grand pianos and emails, adding a touch of humor and relatability to a deeply technical subject. Join us to explore how these insights could transform STEMI care protocols and improve patient care. Check out all the talks from the FAST Archives series for more great talks like this one! Interested in seeing these speakers in person? This is your official invitation to come join us for FAST24! We hope to see you there!

FAST24 | June 10 - 12, 2024 | Wilmington, North Carolina
FAST24 is our annual conference for pre-hospital and critical care transport professionals, including nurses, paramedics, and other disciplines. It features engaging workshops, talks by industry leaders, and focused sessions on air and surface critical care transport medicine. The event also offers a unique vendor experience, special guest appearances from notable talent in the industry, catered lunches, as well as relaxing and entertaining networking and social opportunities. Tickets are limited so don’t wait! Visit fbefast.com for more information.

FAST Archives: A Change of Heart

In this episode of The FAST Archives, Ritu Sahni explores the essential topic of equity in emergency care. With a background that includes EMS Medical Director roles, emergency medicine, and air ambulance experience, Ritu provides a comprehensive look at what it means to care for entire communities. In his talk, "Equity in Emergency Care: What Does That Even Mean?", Ritu unpacks the challenges of delivering equitable care in EMS and what it takes to make sure every individual gets the support they need. His insights, drawn from years of experience and his passion for public health, offer valuable guidance for EMS professionals committed to serving their communities. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how we can achieve equity in emergency care and why it's so crucial in our roles as public health providers.

FAST24 | June 10 - 12, 2024 | Wilmington, North Carolina
FAST24 is our annual conference for pre-hospital and critical care transport professionals, including nurses, paramedics, and other disciplines. It features engaging workshops, talks by industry leaders, and focused sessions on air and surface critical care transport medicine. The event also offers a unique vendor experience, special guest appearances from notable talent in the industry, catered lunches, as well as relaxing and entertaining networking and social opportunities. Tickets are limited so don’t wait! Visit fbefast.com for more information.

E204: The Hypothermia Case Study: Survival Against All Odds

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