Pulmonary Embolism for EMS in Episode 195 of the MedicCast

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About half the people who have pulmonary embolism do not show any symptoms, but clinical manifestations include shortness of breath, chest pain or coughing up blood. This condition can not be readily identified without diagnostic tests. In the prehospital setting, the best way to address PE would be respiratory management, initiation of an IV line and immediate transportation to a health facility. This week on the MedicCast, Jamie Davis, the podmedic, provides EMS providers tips on how to assess for PE as well as things paramedics can do for patients with PE in the mergency setting. The show also offers EMS news and links to this tip for a better review and future reference.

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This Week on the MedicCast: Deep Vein Thrombosis

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Deep venous thrombosis (DVT) refers to a blood clot embedded in one of the major deep veins of the lower legs, thighs, or pelvis. If left untreated, the clot may dislodge from the vein and travel to the lungs resulting to a condition called pulmonary embolism. Physical symptoms of DVT may mimic the symptoms of trauma or injury to the area. To be able to identify the presence of DVT, paramedics should exercise their assessment and critical thinking skills. In this week's episode of the MedicCast, the podmedic discusses emergency assessment and management of deep vein thrombosis as well as the latest news in EMS and included links to resources for future studies or reference.

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Review of Products from the EMS Expo in Episode 193 of the MedicCast

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From the MedicCast live episode last week comes this week's episode of the MedicCast, a review on the different products presented at the EMS Expo in Atlanta last month. In this episode, Jamie Davis, the podmedic, discusses a few selected products from the Expo which they think is the most innovative EMS products there at the event. Together with the product review, special guests also shared their experiences at the event and links to videos of the different products that they discussed.

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Stethoscope and Auscultation in Episode 192 of the MedicCast

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The stethoscope is one of the most important tools used by EMS providers. It is important that providers know the proper use of the device as well as the techniques to gain maximum benefit. In this week's episode of the MedicCast, the podmedic discusses different tips on how to properly use the stethoscope as well as techniques in auscultation particularly of the heart and lungs. Also in the show are EMS in the news and links for a more comprehensive review.

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What to Expect at the EMS Expo

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This week's episode of the MedicCast is a special interview by the podmedic and Chris Montera of the EMS Garage with Skip Kirkwood, the director of Wake County, North Carolina EMS. Get the feel of being on the scene as they talk about their expectations right at the EMS Expo with live spontaneous interviews with people at the event. Watch out for more interviews like this over the coming weeks.


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