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Can I still administer Epinephrine via auto-injector, in an anaphylaxis patient who has gone into cardiac arrest in front of me from suspected anaphylaxis?
There may be instances where firefighters or police officers are the first responders on scene for a patient in cardiac arrest secondary to suspected anaphylaxis. In these situations, first responders should consider the following: 1. [...]
What areas of a DNR must be filled out to make it valid?
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Confirmation Forms are becoming increasingly common in the prehospital setting, and first responders may be presented with one during the management of a cardiac arrest. Before withholding or discontinuing resuscitation, first [...]
Can I still insert an OPA if there is a suspected foreign body?
Yes, first responders can still utilize an OPA to help maintain and secure the airway, even when a foreign body is suspected. Before inserting an OPA, responders should first inspect the airway to determine whether [...]
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