emergency transportation

In part 3 of our pediatric discussion with Dr. Yaskey, we review various pediatric cases from which we can learn. The discussion includes pharmacology for airway issues, child protective services and how pediatric trauma is different from adult trauma.

The crew, still with Dr. Ross Campensa from Aultman Hospital, continues to reimagine CPR and resuscitation methods including re-thinking the equipment preparation and organization. So much of the re-thinking is “basic.”

The thoughts behind the change of the protocol. The most important thought – simplification! Speaking of simplification, wave-form capnography simplifies intubation confirmation.

Now referred to hyperactive delirium with severe agitation, is part of the discussion.  These patients are high risk for sudden cardiac emergencies but what can we do to “restrain” them?

Using CPAP, what is the biggest risk?  The risks are situationally dependent. What about usage with patients experiencing hypotension?  The use of CPAP can be helpful to the patient's longterm care given that fact that there will be less complications from more extensive therapy such as intubation.

How do we make people not afraid of the cpap machine? CPAP is easy to use and a great patient therapy. This episode is intended to help all feel more comfortable with its use.