Tim's Take Away on EMS and Education related topics

By Tim Reitz

What's Tim's Take Away on EMS and Education related topics about?

Tim's Take Away on EMS clinical topics for EMT, Paramedics, and other healthcare providers as well as thoughts and ideas on education and Ed Tech. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal advice.

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Tim's Take Away on EMS and Education related topics episodes:

06.01.2021
Nasopharyngeal Airway, The Truth!
In this episode, we dive into looking at the controversy behind the use of the Nasopharyngeal Airway. We close out the episode with what the literature actually says about this simple life-saving device. References: Text Books Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support 9th Ed....
05.10.2021
Annotating Your Text
Active learning is not just important in the classroom, it is also important during the study process. Reading for learning becomes more effective when you annotate your readings. This session will provide a brief how-to regarding annotation. Diigo: http://www.diigo.com Hypothesis: https://web.hypothes.is/ Video Ants:...
05.10.2021
Applying Spinal Motion Restriction Recommendations
In 2018, the American College of Surgeons, Committee on Trauma, and the National Association of Emergency Physicians released a joint consensus statement on Spinal Motion Restriction. This short session provides a way to apply the document to EMS students and...
05.10.2021
Study Tip Retrieval Practice
Rereading your textbook does not improve your knowledge. What does improve your recall for when you need it is retrieval Practice. This shot tip will describe how to set up retrieval practice.
05.10.2021
Airway Positioning Tip
In this episode, Tim walks through some basic airway positioning to ensure better oxygenation and ventilation for our patients. This podcast does have a corresponding video https://youtu.be/tcMINfNrBzU
04.05.2020
Abdominal, GI and GU Injures for the EMT
In this episode, we talk about injures to the abdomen, the GI and GU areas from the EMT standpoint. When learning about the human body, a lot of folks become confused with the organs inside the abdomen. This episode provides...
04.04.2020
Spinal and Traumatic Brain Injuries for the EMT
In this episode, we talk about spinal injuries and the different types of Traumatic Brain Injuries from the EMT standpoint. This area is often one that is confusing for many EMT students. Because many testing locations will require the demonstration...
03.23.2020
Soft Tissue, Bleeding, and Orthopedic Injuries for EMTs
This episode is dealing with bleeding, soft tissue, and orthopedic injuries. These areas frequently overlap each other. To me, it makes sense that these areas are then combined or talked about together. This is a longer episode that covers a...
03.22.2020
Shock For The EMT
In this episode of Tim's Take Away, I discuss shock. This episode expands on some of the basic pathophysiology of shock. Why we look for the signs and symptoms gives us a great indication that a patient is in shock. I...
03.21.2020
Pharmacology for the EMT
This episode of Tim's Take Away is the basics of Pharmacology for the EMT Student. We will talk about the routes of medication administration, what the indications and contraindications of a medication mean. We just brush over the common medications...
07.06.2019
Immunological Emergencies, EMT
In this episode, we will provide a general overview of the most common, and often scary, emergency in EMS. The allergic reaction or anaphylaxis. This episode provides a general discussion as to the immune systems over exaggeration to an invader....
07.05.2019
EMT Face and Neck Trauma
This episode covers common trauma-related emergencies found to the face and neck. Topic includes a general review of the anatomy, common injuries, assessment tips, and common treatments. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or...
05.25.2019
Toxicological Emergencies, EMT
This episode deals with Toxicological Emergencies. From some general considerations of scene safety, PPE, and introducing some common toxidromes. This episode demonstrates the importance of knowing how to recognize the signs and symptoms of specific families of toxins. Here are some...
05.04.2019
Uh Oh Student Remediation for the Educator
This episode is primarily focused on the EMS instructor/educator. If you are a student who is preparing or attempting to take the certification exam you too will find some useful information in here as well. Here are links which are...
05.02.2019
Neurological Emergencies for the EMT
In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we discuss neurological emergencies, such as stroke, seizures, and medical conditions which affect the nervous system. Need to review some Anatomy? https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2) The opinions expressed are those of the host and do...
05.02.2019
Behavioral / Psychiatric Emergencies for the EMT
In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we discuss behavioral/psychiatric emergencies. While we are not often asked to identify the exact cause of the emergency, we must be aware of some common conditions. Additionally, we must learn to begin to...
04.22.2019
Cardiac Arrest Management (BLS)
This episode goes over the treatment of out of hospital cardiac arrest utilizing the 2015 American Heart Association Guidelines. This does not constitute a formal CPR (BLS) course. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions...
04.22.2019
EMT Cardiovascular Emergencies
In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we cardiovascular emergencies. This episode will provide an overview of several disease processes which involve the cardiovascular system. Cardiac arrest has been removed and placed as a separate episode. Need to review some Anatomy? https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body...
04.22.2019
EMT Respiratory Emergencies Part 2
This is part two on respiratory emergencies. This episode will provide a continue discussing assessment and how to begin treating patients with a respiratory illness. Need to review some Anatomy? https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human Body 2) The opinions expressed are those of the host and...
04.22.2019
EMT Respiratory Emergencies Part 1
In this episode of Tim's Take Away, we discuss respiratory emergencies. This episode will provide an overview of several disease processes which involve the respiratory system, and begin assessing the patient to identify the problem. Need to review some Anatomy? https://youtu.be/MqvlSh2z7b4 (Human Body 1)https://youtu.be/0J77febszLc (Human...
04.15.2019
Basic Airway Management Part 3
This the third of a three-part episode series which discusses the essentials of airway management in the out of hospital setting. There is nothing more important than a clear comprehension of basic airway management! Take a look at more demonstrations on my...
04.15.2019
Basic Airway Management Part 2
This the second of a three-part episode series which discusses the essentials of airway management in the out of hospital setting. There is nothing more important than a clear comprehension of basic airway management! Take a look at more demonstrations on my...
04.15.2019
Basic Airway Management Part 1
This the first of a three-part episode series which discusses the essentials of airway management in the out of hospital setting. There is nothing more important than a clear comprehension of basic airway management! Take a look at more demonstrations on my...
03.28.2019
How to Use The Glasgow Coma Scale
This session reviews the basics of the Glasgow Coma Score. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The information contained in the podcasts does not constitute medical or legal...
03.28.2019
START Triage
This episode discusses triage from the standpoint of utilizing the START Triage System. Since there is a supplement to the EMS Education Standards regarding MUCC it is also advisable for EMS providers to be in-serviced on SALT Triage as well. There will...
03.27.2019
The Basics of Patient Assessment for EMS Part 2
This session is the second of two parts which addresses the basics of patient assessment. This is geared for the BLS provider. The basics of patient assessment are essential for all EMS providers. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not...
03.27.2019
The Basics of Patient Assessment for EMS Part 1
This session is the first of two parts which addresses the basics of patient assessment. This is geared for the BLS provider. The basics of patient assessment are essential for all EMS providers. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not...
03.27.2019
EMT Life Span Development
This episode of Tim's Take Away discusses the importance of Life Span Development and how having a clear understanding of life span development, aids in the EMS providers ability to perform an accurate patient assessment. The opinions expressed are those of...
03.27.2019
EMT Incident Management
This episode of Tim's Take Away discusses Incident Management. This review also discusses the need and requirement for NIMS 100 & NIMS 700 as an EMS Provider. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of...
03.25.2019
EMT Lifting and Moving
This episode of Tim's Take Away discusses the ways an EMS provider can utilize various tools to lift and move patients. The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions or views of the host's employers. The...
03.25.2019
EMT Medical Legal p2
This episode of Tim's Take Away discusses the Medical-Legal issues from an EMT perspective. Here are some useful links:Pennsylvania EMS System Act Pennsylvania EMS System, Rules and Regulations Pennsylvania Good Samaritan Act The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions...
03.25.2019
EMT Medical / Legal p1
This episode of Tim's Take Away discusses the Medical-Legal issues from an EMT perspective. Here are some useful links:Pennsylvania EMS System Act Pennsylvania EMS System, Rules and Regulations Pennsylvania Good Samaritan Act The opinions expressed are those of the host and do not represent opinions...
03.21.2019
EMT Communications p1
This episode is about EMT Communications. This area addresses the basics of communications as it relates to communicating with the patient and each other. This episode also addresses the basics of the various types of communication systems in EMS. The opinions expressed...

What's Tim's Take Away on EMS and Education related topics about?

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Tim's Take Away on EMS and Education related topics episodes:

Nasopharyngeal Airway, The Truth!

Annotating Your Text

Applying Spinal Motion Restriction Recommendations

Study Tip Retrieval Practice

Airway Positioning Tip

Abdominal, GI and GU Injures for the EMT

Spinal and Traumatic Brain Injuries for the EMT

Soft Tissue, Bleeding, and Orthopedic Injuries for EMTs

Shock For The EMT

Pharmacology for the EMT

Immunological Emergencies, EMT

EMT Face and Neck Trauma

Toxicological Emergencies, EMT

Uh Oh Student Remediation for the Educator

Neurological Emergencies for the EMT

Behavioral / Psychiatric Emergencies for the EMT

Cardiac Arrest Management (BLS)

EMT Cardiovascular Emergencies

EMT Respiratory Emergencies Part 2

EMT Respiratory Emergencies Part 1

Basic Airway Management Part 3

Basic Airway Management Part 2

Basic Airway Management Part 1

How to Use The Glasgow Coma Scale

START Triage

The Basics of Patient Assessment for EMS Part 2

The Basics of Patient Assessment for EMS Part 1

EMT Life Span Development

EMT Incident Management

EMT Lifting and Moving

EMT Medical Legal p2

EMT Medical / Legal p1

EMT Communications p1