EMS Expo 2007 Preview with Jim Augustine
Jim Augustine
Listen to this podcast to hear from James J. Augustine, MD, FACEP about his Disaster Responses presentations at EMS Expo. Jim is the Director of Clinical Operations for Emergency Medicine Physicians of Canton, Ohio; Medical Director for the Atlanta Fire Department and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport; and Clinical Assistant Professor at Emory University in Atlanta.
He discusses his presentations:
Session 1010: EMS Approach to Blast & Burn Injuries
American emergency providers can expect a further increase in incidents involving blast and burn injuries. Explosions result in unique patterns of injury, and those in confined spaces (mines, buildings or large vehicles) or structural collapse are associated with great morbidity and mortality. Jim explains the difference between high-order and low-order explosives and the different patterns of injury from each, then covers clinical presentations, triage and treatment of these patients.
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Session 1209: Cleaning & Screening: Best Practices for CBRNE Patient Decontamination for EMS
Emergency leaders must prepare for contaminated patients and healthcare providers from a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear or explosive incident. This class features a review of selected incidents involving improper patient CBRNE decontamination and discussion of the principles of decontamination and protection of patients, EMS providers and the facility. Jim also covers decision-making in medical care and decontamination, and methods to differentiate decontamination based on agent, environment and desired outcome.
To find out more about EMS Expo and to register, visit www.emsexpo2007.com. Listen for additional previews by other EMS Expo presenters over the coming weeks.
EMS Expo 2007 Preview with Thom Dick
Thom Dick
Listen to hear about upcoming EMS Expo presentations by Thom Dick. Thom is the Quality Care Coordinator for Platte Valley Ambulance Service in Brighton, CO. He explains that he did not come from a background in vehicle maintenance, yet he found himself in charge of the fleet at his ambulance service, as do many providers at small to mid-size agencies.
He discusses his presentations:
VM8 - Nuts & Bolts: Caring for the Small Ambulance Fleet
Miami-Dade most of us ain’t. We come from small towns with obscure names, and we work for small services that probably don’t get the recognition they deserve. But the people we serve are no less valuable or important than the presidential staff. In fact, most EMS fleets consist of just a few ambulances managed by busy people with no mechanical experience and plenty of other responsibilities. This session will be aimed at sharing practical management tips and tools you can use as soon as you get home. Suggestion: Bring a thumb drive to class.
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VM11 - Anatomy & Physiology of an Ambulance
The EMTs in your service might be the best around when it comes to saving lives, but how much do they know about the ambulances they rely on to get them to and from each call? In this session, Thom, a former fleet manager, offers ways to teach the street providers in your system to understand how their ambulance works as well as they understand anatomy and physiology. Learn what to tell your operators about engine maintenance, lubrication, heating and cooling systems, brakes, tires and much more.
To find out more about EMS Expo and to register, visit www.emsexpo2007.com. Listen for additional previews by other EMS Expo presenters over the coming weeks.
EMS Expo 2007 Preview with Chris Kelly
Chris Kelly
Listen to hear about upcoming EMS Expo presentations by Chris Kelly, JD, author of EMS Magazine’s “Emergency 4-1-1″ column regarding laws and regulations relevant to the ambulance industry.
He discusses his presentations:
Session 609: Emerging Issues in EMS
Friday, Oct. 12 at 9:30 am
A review of 2007 and a look into 2008. This lecture will address legal trends and business issues in EMS, including the recent federal investigation in Texas and other similar federal enforcement actions; the creation and goals of the National Emergency Medical Service Advisory Council; and transition into the National Provider Identifier (NPI). The 2008 preview will include changes to the rules regarding the point of pick-up for patient billing.
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Session 808: Limiting Liability in EMS
Friday, Oct. 12 at 3:00 pm
When it comes to liability to third parties, there are many costly pitfalls in the EMS industry. These injuries can include damages to patients, injuries to employees or third parties, and financial costs incurred by the government in the form of overpayments. This lecture will cover limiting liability for medical malpractice and negligence, limiting tort and workers comp liability for vehicle accidents, and limiting liability for errors and omissions in coding and billing.
To find out more about EMS Expo and to register, visit www.emsexpo2007.com. Listen for additional previews by other EMS Expo presenters over the coming weeks.
EMS Magazine Monthly Insider September ‘07
Martha Bonnie
Food recalls and foodborne illnesses have been a frequent phenomenon in the news this year, making this September feature a particularly timely topic. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, foodborne microorganisms cause 76 million illnesses, 325,000 hospitalizations and over 5,000 deaths each year.
Listen as Martha Bonnie, MSE, gives an overview of the article and shares the inspiration behind its creation. She notes who is most at risk, which foods to suspect, and what to do if you suspect a foodborne illness.
Martha is the lead writer for Emergency Preparedness Systems LLC, and collaborated on this piece with EPS president Greg Friese. They touch on assessment and reporting tips, food bioterrorism and more.
To read the full article visit A Sickening Situation: Prehospital assessment and treatment of foodborne illnesses. To contact Martha Bonnie, email her at mbonnie@eps411.com.
EMS Magazine Monthly Insider for August ‘07
Randall Benner
Co-author Randall Benner, MEd, CCEMT-P discusses the August feature article “Beyond the Basics: Bariatric Emergencies,” which covers the increasing issues of obesity and complications from bariatric surgery.
Randall explains that obese patients present differences in anatomy and physiology that change the way medical providers need to approach them. In addition, more and more of these patients are undergoing bariatric surgery, which sometimes results in complications that require the care of emergency medical personnel.
Obesity affects almost every organ system, Randall explains, and needs to be considered even for things EMS personnel do routinely. Providers in the field can expect to encounter such patients more often as obesity becomes more prevalent. Surgical complications will be less common, but Randall estimates that busy EMS systems may begin to see these on a monthly basis.
Listen to learn more about Randall’s background in EMS and EMS education, as well as his upcoming presentations at EMS Expo:
Beyond the Basics: EKGs for EMTs and EMT-Is
(2-Day pre-conference workshop co-presented with Tim Duncan)
Zoning in on Neck Trauma
(Oct. 12 at 4:30 pm)
CPAP and BiPAP Use in EMS
Learn more and register at www.emsexpo2007.com.
EMS Magazine Monthly Preview September ‘07
Editor Nancy Perry outlines this month’s featured topics, including how EMS providers can avoid lawsuits - and the toll they take on careers and finances.