Nearly 50% of older adults take one or more medications that are not medically necessary and research has established a strong relationship between polypharmacy and negative clinical outcomes. Higher healthcare costs, adverse drug events, drug interactions, medication...
“Toxic alcohols” … Why would someone ever consume them? Typically, these substances are used for two reasons: suicide/homicide or inebriation. They are more readily available than ethanol and are usually cheaper, thus, are sometimes a viable option for the patient...
The worst call possible: child in cardiac arrest. So many thoughts go through your head before you show up. On scene, chaos reigns. Why did this happen? What do I do first? The situation alone of treating a child or infant is daunting even for the most seasoned EMS...
