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As a new EMT, I may post something only to later realize an error or another way to more clearly communicate a concept. So long as no-one has quoted me, I don't see any harm in being able to edit a post beyond 10minutes. This will prevent multiple posts for clarification and prevent a thread...

Just to stir the pot a little more on using adenosine diagnostically, Heart & Stroke Foundation in the Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) manual (2011 edition) on p.130 it state under Indications: "May be helpful in disgtinguishing atrial flutter from SVT" The Heart & Stroke also say in...

I think I've realized my error here... is this rhythm considered Narrow Complex or Wide Complex?

Alberta, Canada: 3. Mature Minors 1.1 Considerations for assessing minors as mature minors a) Practitioners must consider the following points when deciding if a minor may be deemed a mature minor: Demonstrates the maturity to make independent decisions (e.g. calling EMS), acts in...

For anyone who knows - could you please explain the etiology for why Adenosine is contraindicated by AFib? My understanding is that Adenosine acts primarially on the AV node, so wouldn't the rhythm just revert to AFib if given?

Eden - I'm curious, do you carry EZ-IO? If so, what are your protocols for its use?

I feel like there's a huge misunderstanding of what it means to 'run a call'. When I did my EMT program, one of my preceptors was a Paramedic. He was a quiet guy to begin with, but he would stand back and let the EMTs do almost everything. He recognized the most benefitial role both in the...

Very interesting... I'd like to know more about the hemodynamics.

Not sure how to delete posts. (Sorry)

It looks like the original poster answered their own question. Reasons stated were: - Lack of evidence in prehospital setting - May cause increased air-trapping [It makes sense - the wheezing sound heard on expiration is due to the bronchioles constriction and the increased respiratory...