Endocrine emergencies are always challenging cases. We will look at the three types a diabetic emergencies we may encounter in the field. Using a case presentation we will differentiate signs and symptoms of each, and develop a treatment plan for your patient....Learn more

 

ACLS standards have established prehospital 12 leads a Class 1 intervention. The class will be an interactive session to help identify infarct, injury and ischemia patterns; we will discuss A & P of the heart and discuss axis deviation, bundle branch blocks and review infarct pattern imitators. Case presentations will be used to reinforce information and allow participants to practice....Learn more

 

To be able to look at a scene and have a high index of suspicion of possible injuries your patient may be experiencing would invaluable. This is easily achieved by understanding the “MOI”. We will look at MOI and relate potential problems, including signs and symptoms we may encounter with our patient....Learn more

 

This presentation will cover the basic four step approach to education, Preparation, Presentation, Application and Evaluation (formerly known as Testing). Whether you are an experienced educator , or just getting started this class should be able to offer something for all. As we all know retention is highest when students participate, therefore after didactic portion is completed, participants will then work in teams to present a short impromptu topic for the rest of the class. ...Learn more

 

Description of Presentation:One of the most frightening calls we respond to is an unresponsive pediatric patient. How do we keep our emotions in check while providing appropriate care for a sick or injured patient? We may not be able to eliminate the feeling of anxiety while talking care of a pediatric patient, however we can substantially reduce our own fears through ongoing education of pediatrics. This class will cover pediatric assessment and care through actual cases to identify signs and symptoms of specific problems. ...Learn more

 

Burn injuries pose some of the most challenging patients we deal with. Using case presentations we will look at the effects a burn has body wide. Look at the pathophysiology behind a burn and develop a treatment plan for your patient. ...Learn more

 

Responding to resuscitation is always a bit challenging. We have algorithms that help guide us during resuscitation; however the patient has not read the book and does not always present or respond the way they are supposed to. This class will incorporate hands on skills with critical thinking skills when we have to think beyond the basic algorithm. Actual case scenarios will be presented and worked in a hands on session....Learn more

 

Are your students getting bored during class? Are they really getting the information being presented? Spice up your presentation with simple and proven delivery techniques, which will lead to an explosion of excitement and student retention....Learn more

 

On your mark, get set, GO!!!! You are on a course that is designed to evaluate your skills at the basic, intermediate and paramedic level while racing against the clock. Each team will go through a series of practical stations .Get your team together for a session of fun and education....Learn more

 

“The amount of time you put in, is not as important as the experience of the journey you traveled”. During the last 30 years I have been exposed to a virtual plethora of learning experiences. Take a walk with me through my successes and failures, trials and tribulations, happy times and sad times, good situations and bad situations and finally all the changes that have occurred in EMS over that span of time....Learn more

 

Using case presentations we will look at different types of farm emergencies that may be encountered in the pre-hospital setting. We will discuss specific problems and develop treatment plans for the patient of a farm incident....Learn more

 

Heat and Cold emergencies are not the most typical calls we respond to, however they can both cause devastating outcomes. Using case presentations we will discuss the more critical aspects of these calls. We will go over assessment findings and treatment plans to allow for your patient to have the best chance of recovery with no deficits....Learn more

 

Finding a patient in a “Staticus Asthmaticus” is one of the true life threatening emergencies EMS professionals are dispatched for. Have you ever been short of breath? Asthmatics frequently experience feeling of respiratory distress to failure. Using a case presentation we will look at causes, signs & symptoms associated, the three stages of asthma a patient may present with. We will then go over treatment plans to provide the best care available for your patient to ensure a positive outcome....Learn more

 

Today, more than ever, patients are getting involved with their care. With alternative medicine becoming a major part of our society we need to look at how this may affect our patient care. We will discuss what you really need to know about herbal remedies and whether it is truly helpful, or if it is in fact a hindrance!...Learn more

 

How well do you know your Basic Airway management? This class will start with an “Airway Challenge” and conclude with airway skills and scenario’s. Your guaranteed to have a stimulating, fun and educational experience....Learn more

 

Emergency medicine is an extremely stressful job. It has been proven that humor as a plethora of benefits. If we would only take a minute to stop and look at the the job we do, we would find a treasure full of levity. Humor is a driving force in helping us change our perspective on life and sometimes death....Learn more

 

One of the most exciting or terrifying calls we encounter is the delivery of a newborn. Is the inverted pyramid a marvel in Egypt? Why is it important to get an APGAR score? We will discuss how to care for a newborn in the first few minutes after a delivery. We will also look at third trimester emergencies that may lead to potential delivery problems in the field....Learn more

 

Is the patient sick or not sick? Is the patient presenting with a life threatening emergency? What is my triage priority for the patient? Using examples this presentation will go over what we should be assessing in the first minute after contact with the patient. We will discuss each step of the “Initial Assessment” and how that will help determine our continued care of the patient....Learn more

 

Medical emergencies are often complicated and difficult to identify. We need to be the "Sherlock Holmes" of EMS to be the best patient advocate possible. Using a case presentation we will dissect how to proceed through a medical assessment while using our understanding of A / P and pathophysiology to initiate intervention and identify the problem....Learn more

 

This drug has become one of the fastest growing illicit drugs on the market today. When a person uses meth it has profound effects on the body and the mind. We will take a closer look at the stages a person will go through while using. We will discuss the physiologic effects, how it’s manufactured and develops a treatment plan for your patient....Learn more

 

Using a case presentation we will explore the neuroendocrine response to shock. Learn how to correlate your patient’s signs and symptoms with the stage of shock they are in. This is an in depth look at the pathophysiology behind shock and how to treat your patient effectively....Learn more

 

Non accidental trauma is a very difficult and gut wrenching problem we may face in our business. However we need to be aware of these cases in order to deal with them in an appropriate way. This is visually graphic presentation that may help us identify different types of abuse and situations that may resemble abuse....Learn more

 

Death in children occurs primarily from from shock and respiratory emergencies. We will look at the importance of doing a rapid yet thorough assessment we will also discuss treatment plans for your patient....Learn more

 

Dealing with a pediatric emergency can be one of the most trying calls we endure. We will look at abnormal arrest scenarios. Emphasis will be placed on a rapid and thorough assessments and developing appropriate and effective treatment plans....Learn more

 

Rhythm interpretation can be difficult. This class will make it easy as “P-Q-R-S-T”. We will review A & P of the heart, and then “we will get our groove on and dance to the rhythms”. We will develop treatment plans for our patients. Finally we will have a team competition to see who is "Master of Reading The Wave"...Learn more

 

Children often present with respiratory problems that range from mild to life threatening. Using case presentations we will examine different types of problems, how to differentiate each problem by patient presentation and finally develop a treatment plan to allow for the best outcome....Learn more

 

Airway management is still the most important aspect of patient care. Often it presents a challenge to manage, however there are advanced procedures which may facilitate our efforts. Rapid sequence intubation is becoming one of the best tools available to allow for successful airway management. With the use of a case presentation we will look at the need, follow the steps, understand the medications used, and have a backup plan in the event there are unforeseen complications....Learn more

 

Patients with CHF may deteriorate rapidly. Looking at a case presentation we will look at the causes of right and left sided failure, signs and symptoms associated with each and develop treatment plan for your patient that is as easy to remember as your ABC’s....Learn more

 

Geriatric patients are some of the most challenging and difficult to manage. Using cases this presentation will discuss the differences in geriatric patients as well as developing a treatment approach for those patients who should still be enjoying their "Golden Years"....Learn more

 

How do you improve a student’s ability to learn? Remember the last time you really enjoyed taking a class! Do you recall what it was that made it so memorable? We are often faced with the challenge of presenting a class that may not be the most exciting or stimulating. We will discuss how to add humor to your presentation so as to keep your students attention, while at the same time improving their long-term retention....Learn more

 

Retention is best when the student is actively involved in the education process. Competition always stimulates people to be the best. Using games to enhance education is both and educational, effective and entertaining.. This presentation will go over different games you can use and everyone will leave with a new game they can use in their classes....Learn more

 

This class will be a stimulating session using a number of games to look at cardiac emergencies, rhythm recognition and cardiac anatomy and physiology. Get your team together to compete for bragging rights as the “Kings and Queens of Cardiac care...Learn more

 

Responding to resuscitation is always a bit challenging. We have algorithms that help guide us during resuscitation; however the patient has not read the book and does not always present or respond the way they are supposed to. Toxicology cases present us with the challenge of preventing the patient from deteriorating into full blown arrest situations. This class will incorporate critical thinking skills when we have to think beyond the basic algorithm. Actual case scenarios will be presented and worked in group discussion....Learn more

 

By now we have all heard the “Horror Stories “ from the use of methamphetamines. However the story is still not finished. This presentation is designed to cover the problems associated with meth use on the developing fetus, newborns and children. New information is available to see how children have been effected. We will use cases to help identify issue involved with children who have been exposed to meth....Learn more

 

Is the patient in torsades or V-fib? Is that a mobitz II or Complete heart block? What does it matter if the patient has ST segment depression or elevation? We will look at the “Footprints” that differentiate each rhythm, the causes of each, discuss potential signs and symptoms that may accompany each,and develop a treatment plan for your patient....Learn more

 

Using case presentations we will look at prescription medications that patients are commonly taking. We will discuss classifications of medications and actions they have on the body, including potential dangers from accidental or intentional overdoses....Learn more

 

During a cardiac arrest your assignment is to deliver the medications. Do you start with Epinephrine or Vasopressin and why? Do you follow that with Lidocaine or Amiodarone? What drug is next? We will take a look at the primary meds needed in specific resuscitation scenarios. We will discuss what drugs to administer, discuss specific reasons why and go over drug dosing and calculations. ...Learn more

 

Coronary artery disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States. Using case presentations we will follow interesting cases from the field through their treatment at the receiving facility. Emphasis will be on twelve leads, signs and symptoms, and developing a treatment plan that ties into the hospital management to decrease myocardial damage. ...Learn more

 

Heat and Cold emergencies are not the most typical calls we respond to, however they can both cause devastating outcomes. Using case presentations we will discuss the more critical aspects of these calls. We will go over…...Learn more

 

“The amount of time you put in, is not as important as the experience of the journey you traveled”. During the last 25 years I have been exposed to a virtual plethora of learning experiences. Take a walk with me through......Learn more