Pharmacology
The pharmacology topic includes a variety of news, information, videos and feature articles about the science of drug action on biological systems.
Get the right dose to the right place: faster
Unpack the facts and myths behind nitroglycerin use in EMS, from nitro dosing to contraindications for EMTs and paramedics
Explore how alpha and beta receptors within the autonomic nervous system regulate vital involuntary functions and respond to stressors
Remain consistent once you鈥檝e established the patient鈥檚 weight, ensure you know what鈥檚 in your containers and practice dosing calculations to prevent medication administration errors
Medication administration cross check is a simple and easy to implement process to reduce medication errors
The criminalization of medical errors has added a new layer to reducing harm
Day 1 of the Wisconsin EMS Association conference featured sessions on sepsis, electrolyte imbalances, facial trauma and traumatic amputations
The former Sioux City Fire Rescue paramedic realized she had given the patient rocuronium when she went to administer a second dose of ketamine
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From an airway management wake-up call to the efficacy of naloxone on out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, these studies will be making waves in 2025
Educating patients at the highest risk for suffering a fatal overdose
Harris County ESD11 Mobile Healthcare developed 10 commandments to set initial expectations while onboarding 200 paramedics
Insights, challenges and future directions: Highlighting the most compelling discussions that shaped EMS this year
Research highlights the potential population health impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists
Clinical pharmacists enhance efficiency, safety and collaboration, empowering paramedics and improving patient outcomes
Pill organizers and dispensers that help prevent missed doses, overdoses and interactions
Hennepin Healthcare aims to join a national study on the pre-hospital use of calcium and vasopressin on trauma patients
The Seattle Fire Department鈥檚 buprenorphine pilot program will now allow firefighter/EMTs to use the drug with patients experiencing severe opioid withdrawal
Hypothermic patients, multi-systems trauma and slippery scenes present difficult decision-making challenges for rescuers
Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue utilizes a two-person Cares Team to provide buprenorphine during overdose calls
Withdrawal symptoms tended to be far worse than those experienced by even the most severe heroin users of the past
Become familiar with the signs associated with date rape drugs like Ketamine, GHB and Rohypnol, and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim
Communicating with law enforcement and following these clinical guidelines will help to keep patient safety first and foremost
In the right patient, with a solid understanding of the pharmacology and a plan to address potential side effects, ketamine can be an incredibly useful tool for EMS
What you need to know about Ozempic and other forms of semaglutide
Join Steve Whitehead, Hartwell Medical and 兔子先生 for 26 brand-new episodes, from CPR consciousness, to hands off chest time and sedation controversies
The fallout from Hurricane Helene has forced some hospitals to begin conserving supplies
Baxter International has temporarily closed its largest plant spurring hospitals and EMS to plan for IV shortages
Flooding from Hurricane Helene has disturbed yellowjacket and bee nests, causing the insects to swarm and sting survivors
What are the most important things to remember when treating a patient with a history of diabetes?
Whether you鈥檙e a stay-at-home parent, a grandparent or a beloved babysitter, these items will give you peace of mind
Improve safety for you, your crew, your patient and your community with these simple strategies anyone can implement
A patient was unresponsive after EMS administered sedatives to a postictal seizure patient restrained by police
