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D1 - All Arrests Are Not Created Equal |
E1 - Caring for Abdominal Emergencies |
F1 - Band-Aids and Blood Pressure |
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Ed Racht, MD
With the release of AHA Guidelines 2005, we saw a significant
shift in our approach to managing the patient in cardiac arrest. We
have also gained a better understanding of the "why" behind the "what"
in those patients that present pulseless and apneic. This presentation
will break down "cardiac arrest" into several distinct syndromes that
will allow us to better care for this group of patients. |
Keith Wesley, MD, FACEP
Too often we dismiss ominous abdominal rumblings as simply a
bellyache or constipation. This lecture will review the anatomy and
physiology of the organs in the abdominal cavity and explore the
possible emergency conditions that can occur. Understanding the signs
and symptoms of abdominal emergencies, particularly in the elderly,
may one day save your patient’s life. |
Christopher Suprun, EMT-P / Firefighter
While many EMTs and First Responders are fond of trauma and the
"blood and gore" of the street, they don’t understand some of the
basic physiologic principles of bleeding and clotting that happen
every minute of our lives. This presentation will cover the physiology
of shock, monitoring techniques, and some of the treatment options we
use to conquer bleeding and shock today. |
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D2 - The Worst Ways to Die: Drowning & Drugs |
E2 - Challenging Prehospital Case Studies |
F2 - Pediatric Preparations, Practice & Play Time |
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Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CCRN
When caring for children in the prehospital or emergency
department settings, though uncommon, children do die. However, as any
experienced EMS provider will tell you, there are definitely good ways
to die and bad ways to die. With this in mind, this presentation will
review the EMS and ER assessment and management controversies
regarding drowning and drugs. |
Paul Werfel, EMT-P
This will be a comprehensive and interactive discussion of 10
brand-new cases, with the objective of fine tuning the assessment
skill of the prehospital practitioner. Participants will
systematically examine and assess each patient, as well as suggest and
discuss presumptive diagnosis and BLS and ALS treatment modalities.
The group will compare and contrast these findings with the
in-hospital diagnosis and treatment modalities. |
Scott DeBoer, RN, MSN, CCRN
Proper planning prevents. When one is confronted with only a
three-minute ETA of a critically ill or injured child, preparation is
the key. This highly interactive presentation, through the use of
several real-life scenarios, will focus on the ideal versus "what can
I really have ready in three minutes" issues involving equipment,
medications, and staff. So bring your Pedi-Wheels, Palm Pilots, and
come play! |
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D3 - Acute Spinal Trauma |
E3 - When the Crush is On
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F3 - Don’t Drive Faster Than Your Angel Can Fly |
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Connie Mattera, MS, RN, TNS, EMT-P
This presentation reviews spinal anatomy and physiology, injury
demographics, and epidemiology. Learn the art of assessing and
documenting patient reliability, differentiating positive from
uncertain mechanisms of injury, and performing a meaningful neuro exam
to determine positive findings suggesting spine injury. The EMT’s
ability to detect and stabilize these injuries is crucial to the
patient’s long-term outcomes. |
Mike Smith, EMT-P
If you’ve ever been on the scene where a pedestrian has been
pinned by a vehicle, you know how devastating the resulting injuries
can be. Irrespective of the mechanism, compartment syndrome can be a
life-threatening event. Learn how to drastically reduce mortality and
morbidity by taking the right steps when caring for these patients.
This session is for all levels of EMS providers and nurses. |
Deborah McCoy-Freeman, RN, NREMT-P
Can knowing your kinematics assist in your search or suspicion of
injuries in the trauma patient? You bet! This is a review of the
anatomy of a collision. Upon completion of this session, you will be
able to define laws of motion energy and understand the geometric role
increased speed pays in causing injuries, describe each type of auto
collision and its effect on the restrained and unrestrained victim,
and much more. |
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D4 - Every Breath You Take: CHF Case Studies |
E4 - Prehospital Airway Management |
F4 - When Memories Begin to Fade |
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Deborah McCoy-Freeman, RN, NREMT-P
More patients today are surviving their myocardial infarctions,
but are left with the risk of congestive heart failure. Deb reviews
CHF pathophysiology and discusses case studies of patients suffering
from this interesting and challenging problem. Upon completion of this
presentation, you will be able to discuss the pathophysiology of
congestive heart failure, relate current treatment trends for CHF
patients, and much more. |
Mike Abernethy, MD, FAAEM
Airway management is not a definitive procedure but a spectrum of
procedures, from a simple chin lift and supplemental oxygen on one
end, to surgical cricothyroidotomy on the other. We will focus on
airway positioning, the BVM, and oral/nasopharyngeal airways. We will
also discuss the supralaryngeal airways (Combitube, LTs, and LMAs) and
their place in the innovative concept of Rapid Sequence Airway. |
John Elder, CCEMT-P
Alzheimer’s disease attacks the root of human existence and poses
enormous challenges for those trying to care for these patients. This
lecture explains our current understanding of the disease, and the
efforts being made around the world to solve this puzzle. We will
discuss the theories about the origins of this debilitating process,
current therapies, and will explain the relationship of assessment
findings and the progression of Alzheimer’s. |
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D5 - Compelling EMS Law Case Studies |
E5 - Situational Awareness in EMS Operations |
F5 - Listen to What I Mean, Not What I Say |
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Doug Wolfberg, Attorney
Using actual EMS court cases as a backdrop, this session will open
your eyes to the liability pitfalls that may await the unwary EMS
provider. This session will include "The Case of Negligent
Documentation," "The Case of Apathy in Action," "The Refusal Gone
Bad," and several others, all presented in a way that will help you
avoid the same liability traps that arose in these cases. |
Jon Politis, MPA, NREMT-P
Being aware of the situation around you and understanding its
implications is the foundation to assessment and decision making.
Unfortunately, key decisions are often made for all the wrong reasons,
or because people are simply unaware of the consequences. This
hard-hitting presentation uses a series of real case studies to make
participants aware of the dangers involved in rescue and EMS
operations. |
Ed Racht, MD
What comes out of our mouths isn’t always exactly what we’re
trying to convey (imagine that!). How others perceive us and what they
think our motivations are may be communicated by much more than just
words. In the world of EMS, perception is critical to managing our
scenes, our patients, and making good choices about care. Come listen
to (and watch) what I mean, not what I say. |
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D6 - Tales from the Darkside |
E6 - Keeping Your Cool |
F6 - Good Grief! A Look at Death and Dying |
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Christopher Suprun, EMT-P / Firefighter
Is it possible that the supernatural isn’t that supernatural and
just rare medical cases that our ancestors misdiagnosed? This
presentation covers several different disease processes that have been
theorized to cause patients to suffer signs and symptoms much like the
Halloween myths of Medieval lore. "Monsters" discussed in this program
include vampires, werewolves, giants, hunchbacks, mermaids, zombies,
and gnomes. |
John Elder, CCEMT-P
Whether it is a ridiculous call at two in the morning or an
accidental injury in the middle of the afternoon, keeping your cool
could mean the difference between staying employed and catastrophe.
This lecture is a lighthearted look into the interesting and amazing
situations that healthcare providers face on a daily basis. From the
hysterical to the terrible cases that drive home the importance of
keeping your cool. |
Dwight Polk, MSW, NREMT-P
Death is a regular part of the EMS provider’s job. You know, "it’s
what we do." But do you really understand the process of dying? This
presentation will not only look at the physiologic process of death,
but will also discuss reactions by members of the decedent’s family as
well as responding personnel. Techniques in proper death notifications
will be demonstrated. |
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D7 - Leading with Attitude |
E7 - Becoming a Better Company Officer |
F7 - You’re Just Trying to Get Rid of the
Volunteers! |
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Ed Buchanan, Fire Chief
Go to just about any fire station and you’ll likely hear someone
talk about the values and work ethic they had when they came on the
job, back when the mission was clear and company officer was king.
This program will explore how we can truly make a difference in our
organization, regardless of rank. |
Troy Webster, Fire Captain
This high impact program is designed to enhance the safety and
effectiveness of the modern fireground for current and future
officers. Topics to be covered range from incident size-up and modern
building construction, to fireground command, tactical concepts, and
much more to help make you a better company officer. |
Ed Buchanan, Fire Chief
Truth is, there are people who are intent on getting rid of the
volunteer fire department. Luckily, those cases are extremely rare!
This program examines whether this is an attempt to get rid of
volunteers, or just part of the evolution toward a combination system.
The program also outlines the components for a successful combination
system. |