Back to Basics

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Ask us Anything! Jun 24, 2021

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In episode 17 of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason answer all of your pressing questions. By listener request, they answer your medical questions, personal questions and questions you didn't even ask! Have questions for Chris and Jason? Shoot your questions to training@seitzandsirens.com and stay tuned for our next Ask us Anything next quarter!

Seizures Jun 15, 2021

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The topic of seizures in emergency care is sometimes oversimplified and many times overcomplicated. In this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason break down the nuances of identifying types of seizures and simplify the emergency approach to treating patients suffering from seizure disorders.

Why did it have to be snakes?! - Envenomations Jun 02, 2021

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Why snakes?! In this episode of Back to Basics, Jason tells us all about envenomations and Chris just gets scared and barely contributes because of a deep seated fear of snakes. Join them as they discuss what to do when your patient is bitten, and why bringing the creature with you to the ER is probably not a great idea. (Especially if Chris is on shift)

Thyroid Emergencies May 26, 2021

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Understanding the function of the thyroid gland and its hormones is key to being able to treat patients suffering from both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. In this episode of the Back to Basics podcast, we discuss the signs and symptoms of the most common thyroid disorders as well as how to identify emergency thyroid conditions that require immediate intervention.

Pharmacology Basics May 12, 2021

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Pharmacology can be an overwhelming topic. With a strong foundation of the basics of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics however, anyone can simplify this topic and begin to more deeply understand the mechanisms and effects of different medications. In this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason simplify the basics of pharmacology to give the listener a strong base to build from as they begin to learn and study new and different medications as a part of their medical practice. www.seitzandsirens.com

Lightsaber Injuries May 04, 2021

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May the 4th be with you! In this episode of the back to basics podcast, Chris and Jason discuss the rare but serious Lighsaber injury. Not typically covered in EMS and Medical education, lightsaber injuries can be life threatening and require a deeper understanding of pathophysiology in order to properly manage. Whether you are someone adept at using the force or not, this episode will definitely help you manage these critical incidents with more confidence. Don't forget to check out our NREMT prep program at www.seitzandsirens.com and listen at the end of the episode for some fun bloopers!

Dialysis Made Simple Apr 27, 2021

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Dialysis can be a complicated and overwhelming intervention for patients and medical providers can find this topic to be confusing as well. In this episode, Jason and Chris discuss what dialysis does, how it works, and how to manage patients undergoing dialysis as well as the complications they may suffer from.

The Inflammatory Response - Friend or Foe? Apr 20, 2021

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The inflammatory and immune response are complex systems that help protect and heal our body and prevent disease. But then why do we take anti-inflammatories? Should I not be icing my twisted ankle? Can't inflammation be bad? Let's discuss all of this in Episode 10 of the Back to Basics podcast!

Disaster and Mass Casualty Triage Apr 13, 2021

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First responders are called to act in some of the most dire of circumstances. We are used to assessing critically ill patients and doing all that we can to save them. But what happens when our resources are overwhelmed? What happens when we can't save everyone? In this episode of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason discuss Disaster and Mass Casualty triage and how a simple system can be difficult to follow when it seems so different from what we are used to.

Stability - Undefinable or misunderstood Mar 31, 2021

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How can we really tell if a patient is stable or not? Do we rely on blood pressure and vital signs? In Episode 8 Jason and Chris discuss how we should define instability and decompensation and how the way we've thought about stability in the past might need to be redefined.

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