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"Maybe, maybe not for the asthmatic. Do you know the signs that CPAP is causing more harm than good to remove it quickly?"
I'm not so sure of the signs. Get back to me on that, it's not in our protocol.
CPAP is indicated if 2 of the following are met once O2 is applied: SPO2 < 95% on oxygen, Respirations > 25/min, accesory muscle use
Asthma is not a contraindication
I started working with Centre Lifelink EMS in PA when I was 16. Being 17 now, I cannot drive due to our insurance policy, therefor I run as a 3rd attendant on ALS trucks. When I work on the BLS truck I tech all the calls and basically have an other EMT drive me around. If you do live in PA, talk...