Scott’s laws of ER & pregnancy
Can you do an abdominal CT? Can you give Mannitol? Won’t it harm the baby?
ER perimortem C-section & neonatal resuscitation
Course Length: 75 minutes
Speaker: Scott DeBoer RN,MSN,CEN,CCRN,CFRN
Intended audience: Paramedics, E.R., Pediatric, I.C.U. Nurses, &
Respiratory Therapists
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Tattoos, Tongues, & Trauma It’s happening more & more… Though body modification has been practiced for thousands of years, seemingly only recently has it become an “epidemic,” especially among teens & young adults. This presentation will review “what we really want to know” regarding body modification & implications for emergency care. Through real-life case studies, answers to questions involving airway management, defibrillation, obstetrics, & thrombolytics will be addressed.
Course length: 60 minutes
The Agony of "Ecstasy" - Facts & Myths “Ecstasy” (MDMA, “E”) continues to be a leading concern for emergency medicine workers. Nevertheless, young users feel that it is a “safe drug.” This course explains the nature of the drug, its toxicities, and how it is an integral part of the club scene. In addition, drug dealers are now substituting similar agents, including the rare and deadly PMA (paramethoxyamphetamine). Fascinating case histories of both drugs are included.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
For many healthcare providers, especially those in
the transport environment, a working knowledge of x-ray interpretation
is imperative. In this presentation, attendees will learn a systematic
approach to “reading” chest x-rays, cervical spine films, and long bone
films. This is an interactive presentation using actual x-rays from
patients presenting to emergency department settings.
Biological Warfare: What Should I Look For? As healthcare providers, many of us will be the first providers to “contact” patients from a bio-terrorists attack. In this presentation, attendees will learn the questions to ask, when to have a “high index” of suspicion, and the way to protect yourself, while caring for your patient. Emphasis will be placed on the Category A diseases that experts believe are most likely to be used by terrorists. However, don’t forget most of these diseases occur naturally, so the potential for caring for a patient with one of these diseases exists even without a bio-terrorist event.
Course length: 60 minutes
“Bloodletting, Barbers, & Bugs” This fascinating and informative talk looks at the history and evolution of medicine. From the earliest times, parents have looked to medicine, and later nursing & EMS to help their children, and some of the most bizarre treatments imaginable have been tried. This unique look at medical history will give attendees a chance not only to understand the origins of many currently utilized procedures, but also glimpse at what the future may hold. Emergency and critical care personnel of all levels will enjoy this review of the seemingly unbelievable history of medicine, nursing and EMS.
Course length: 60 minutes
This lecture compares &
contrasts the two types, “body packing” & “body stuffing.”
The methods of the users and their drugs
(heroin, cocaine, hashish) are explained.
Practices involve balloons, latex gloves,
and condoms which are combined with constipating agents and laxatives.
Treatments & Custom Service protocols are
presented.
This class is particularly relevant for
Course length: 60-90 minutes
Certified Flight Registered Nurse (CFRN) Review Certification is a mechanism in which
the public and employers are able to identify practitioners who have met
certain standards in their particular nursing specialty. Because of
this, there are certifications in obstetrics, oncology, surgical
nursing, critical care, and emergency nursing. The CFRN certification is
the certification specific to flight nursing. It measures the attainment
of a defined body of nursing knowledge pertinent to this particular
specialty. This one-day course will review the core material (using a
fast paced question and answer format with discussion of rationales)
that is potentially covered on the CFRN examination, as well as
introducing various test taking strategies to maximize one's chances of
passing CFRN
The use of drugs by the night club population is a concern for emergency medicine caregivers. Overdoses from various chemicals at the party scene require immediate & informed response by emergency personnel. GHB (“liquid ecstasy”), Ketamine (“Vitamin K”, “Super K”), MDMA (“ecstasy”, “XTC”), “fx”, and other drugs actions, toxicities, and treatment priorities are presented in a case study approach.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
A number of widely divergent agents are currently used for the purpose of committing sexual assault. At least eight substances have been identified, including “Roofies,” GHB, Ketamine, & burundanga. The nature, effects, abuse patterns, and treatment of each is explained, including the causes of the amnesia experienced by the victim, using a case study approach.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
Drug Abuse in the Operating Room In Why the O.R.? Because it is a site with a concentration of all possible drugs for experimentation and abuse: Cocaine, opiates, anesthetics, nitrous oxide, barbiturates, and Ketamine in a secluded area. All personnel, including anesthetists, nurses, and technicians have an alarming rate of catastrophic problems involving drug use. Emergency medical personnel have much to learn about the nature of drug abuse from the astonishing cases presented.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
Emergency Aspects of Ephedrine Dietary Products The use of ephedrine on the street is a far cry from its day as a bronchodilator. Marketed to youths as a stimulant, diet aid, and sexual adjunct, ephedrine is also used by athletes and body builders. Street drug chemists use it to prepare methamphetamine and methcathinone (“Cat”.) Explore its toxicity, and determine how ephedrine dietary supplements produce serious adverse effects & even death.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
GHB (gamma hydroxybutyrate) is know in emergency medicine for its problems of toxicity, date rape, overdose, and death. A related agent, GBL (gamma butyrolactone), surfaced as an alternate, and is legally restricted like GHB. Now 1-4 butanediol (1-4 BD) has been produced as a “legal” replacement. Nevertheless, all three drugs continue to cause problems as street drugs. The sources, nature, actions, toxicity, treatment, and laboratory testing of each drug is explained via a case study approach.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
All healthcare workers are impacted by re-emerging and emerging infectious diseases. Through case studies, the participant will learn what are the new “hot” infectious diseases and about old diseases making a comeback. The lecture will review the signs and symptoms of these currently encountered infectious diseases, why they are now being seen, appropriate protective measures for healthcare workers, and treatment of the most likely re-emerging and emerging infectious diseases.
Course length: 60 minutes
What is Khat? This ancient shrub now has become a stimulant of abuse. The reasons for this, and problems encountered, are explained. Its botany, actions, presentation, and treatment will prepare the attendees for this latest plant intoxication.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
Kids & Drug
Abuse... Drug abuse among the pediatric population is growing to epidemic proportions. This seminar will review the nature of many common drugs being abused today. Prescription drugs such as Ritalin, Stadol, ketamine; over-the-counter drugs such as ephedrine, Dramamine, Coricidin; plant substances (Datura, nutmeg, cinnamon oil): & street drugs like, G.H.B., “Ecstasy”, “Roofies” and many more will be discussed during this enlightening program. Participants are sure to walk away saying “I can’t believe that people- especially kids, inject, ingest, inhale & put that there!”
Course length: 8-hours, One day
Increase in the use of methamphetamine and new methods of administration pose increasing challenges for emergency medicine. The “meth lab”, with its use of toxic chemicals, and their impact on the environment are other concerns. Actions, symptoms, and toxicities of the drug are explained, along with the toxicologies of the lab chemicals. Emergency department admissions and deaths by overdose are reviewed. Illegal distribution patterns, drug synthesis, and case histories conclude the program.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
“Necrotizing Fascitis - The ‘Flesh Eating’ Disease” This may sound like the title of a horror movie playing at your local theater, but this real-life drama could be your next patient. With a mortality rate of 20-50%, prognosis depends on rapid assessment of symptoms and transport to an appropriate facility for treatment. Through a comprehensive review of current literature and case-study presentations, this lecture will focus on the diagnosis, treatment, transport considerations, and long-term management of this mysterious medical and surgical emergency.
Course length: 60 minutes
“Power N.A.P.” “Power N.A.P.” is intended for experienced transport team members who currently hold certifications in ACLS, PALS, & NRP and are desiring a “crash course” for recertification. Scheduling requires a confirmed enrollment of at least 15 attendees and a maximum of 50. Course fees are assessed at a flat rate per attendee and include all handouts, professional instruction, and course completion cards. For more information or a course outline, please call 1-888-280-7337 or e-mail us at education@peds-r-us.com.
Course length: 12-hours, One day
The use and misuse of Ritalin in treatment of attention deficit disorder (ADD) with or without hyperactivity has been linked to abuse of this drug. This course will identify the indications, actions, and adverse effects of Ritalin, followed by explanations of its abuse patterns including oral, intranasal, and parental routes of administration. Case histories illustrating psychological and physical problems with the drug are included.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
Status Seizures: Care & Management How to identify patients at high risk
for status seizures, the underlying causes, and current management
strategies is discussed.
The “drug scene” is continually changing. New drugs to abuse, and different methods to administer them. How are you supposed to keep up? This presentation will bring you up to date on what’s new in the world of street drugs. Get the latest information on what’s out there, and how it can effect your patient interactions and treatment.
Course length: 60-90 minutes
“To
Pump Or Not To Pump…” “Pump their stomach… Narcan for everyone…” Countless children are affected by overdoses every year and keeping up with the latest management techniques can be difficult as they definitely are changing. This lecture will review current controversial management recommendations for the pediatric & adult overdose patient. In addition to “antidotes”, the changing roles of various decontamination options, such as Ipecac, lavage, charcoal, and other therapies will be discussed.
Course length: 45 minutes
“Unbelievable But True Case Studies” Medical personnel sometimes do not realize the impact that they have on patients and their families. In this current age of restructuring, floating, and downsizing, the patient’s outcome can be closed with the chart, and our contributions quickly forgotten. Through a review of unbelievable case studies, this lecture will help remind attendees about why they really went into EMS/nursing and the differences that we make every day.
Course length: 60 minutes
“You might be an ER Nurse if…”
This highly entertaining session will explore the
benefits of humor as we examine some of the ways that we have come to
know that we are Emergency Nurses (or EMS providers). You will quickly
recognize your families, your co-workers, your patients and even
yourselves, as we share a humorous look at our chosen profession.
CAUTION: This session is not for the faint of heart, as attendees will
be expected to participate in a good cardiovascular workout (chuckles,
laughs, and guffaws).
This workshop is designed to lead
participants in a comprehensive airway immersion experience. The
workshop will be led by expert instructors and will focus on critical
knowledge enhancement, decision making and technical skills.
Participants will receive special instruction in the pediatric airway,
the trauma airway, difficult airway situations, and rescue/salvage
airway techniques. Airway management is the most important
This workshop is intended to be a very
general overview of airway management. It in no way certifies, entitles,
or endorses the participant to perform any specific procedure.
“….And They Crucified Him” “... of all punishments, it is the most cruel and
most terrifying” Cicero, first century A.D.
Course length: 120 minutes
For many healthcare providers, especially those in the transport environment, a working knowledge of x-ray interpretation is imperative. In this presentation, attendees will learn a systematic approach to “reading” chest x-rays, cervical spine films, and long bone films. This is an interactive presentation using actual x-rays from patients presenting to emergency department settings.
Course length: 120 minutes
“Bloodletting, Barbers, & Bugs” This fascinating and informative talk looks at the history and evolution of medicine. From the earliest times, parents have looked to medicine, and later nursing & EMS to help their children, and some of the most bizarre treatments imaginable have been tried. This unique look at medical history will give attendees a chance not only to understand the origins of many currently utilized procedures, but also glimpse at what the future may hold. Emergency and critical care personnel of all levels will enjoy this review of the seemingly unbelievable history of medicine, nursing and EMS.
Course length: 60 minutes
Case Studies in Emergency Nursing Follow several patients through their
hospital course from prehospital care to rehabilitation. Emphasis is on
the ED care & how it affects the short & long term outcomes of
critically ill patients.
Dead, Dead, & Dead…Emergency Burn Care: A child that is burned is a gut wrenching experience, but not knowing how to best care for them is almost as horrible. Burns that are thermal, chemical, or electrical in origin will change the lives of thousands of people forever each year. Prehospital and emergency personnel can be one of the first to care for these patients and proper interventions in the first few critical hours can truly be lifesaving. Current assessment and management principles of burn care, as well as their pathophysiologic rationales will be discussed. This interactive lecture will dispel many of the myths of burn care, thus allowing for a better understanding of the real-life ways to best manage these critically ill children & adults.
Course length: 60 minutes
Tattoos, Tongues, & Trauma It’s happening more & more… Though body modification has been practiced for thousands of years, seemingly only recently has it become an “epidemic,” especially among teens & young adults. This presentation will review “what we really want to know” regarding body modification & implications for emergency care. Through real-life case studies, answers to questions involving airway management, defibrillation, obstetrics, & thrombolytics will be addressed.
Course length: 60 minutes
The Ten Commandments of Airway Management
Airway management is the most important skill that
Course length: 60 minutes
Second only to head & spinal cord injuries, thoracic trauma continues to present itself as a major cause of death from trauma. Rapid assessment and treatment of this devastating injury pattern relies on the ability of the emergency provider to maintain a constant high-index of suspicion. Commencing care by determining a mechanism of injury, and culminating in the rendering of appropriate treatment, this educational offering will provide the emergency provider with a holistic approach to the care of chest trauma patients.
Course length: 60 minutes
Covers principles, anatomy, & physiology
of the airway, along with many of the latest techniques for managing the
airway. This is not a “how to intubate better” lecture. This offers
“street level” tips/tricks, along with evidence based practical
strategies to make you a better airway practitioner.
Trauma for Two: Trauma in Pregnancy When caring for the pregnant tra |