Amid protocol changes and airway/respiratory procedure modifications due to COVID-19, it’s comforting to know that when it comes to EtCO2 monitoring, you don’t need to change anything| EMS1
Hyperventilation syndrome, often triggered by anxiety, presents unique challenges in EMS care. Understanding its nuances is crucial for effective assessment and management.| EMS1
Steve Whitehead breaks down pulse ox plethysmography| EMS1
Identifying and treating tension pneumothorax, a life-threatening condition that can occur with chest trauma| EMS1
It is important to differentiate tension pneumothorax from conditions with similar symptoms, and to avoid performing inappropriate needle decompression| EMS1
Teach EMS providers the benefits of waveform capnography in cases involving dyspnea and altered mental status, and before performing advanced airway management| EMS1
Learn how to assess, monitor and manage pediatric asthma emergencies, as well as underlying pathophysiologic changes| EMS1
Help student paramedics identify CHF, Curare cleft and ROSC in capnography waveforms, and develop a treatment plan| EMS1
Understand how monitoring end-tidal carbon dioxide helps assess and treat a patient in respiratory distress| EMS1
Download this EMS1 capnography equipment buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation| EMS1
Application of an EtCO2 sampling device and waveform monitoring, especially during bag-valve mask ventilation, is well within the capability of EMTs| EMS1
Capnography and ETCO2 monitoring are critical for assessing ventilation, confirming airway placement and guiding resuscitation| EMS1