Signs of things to come????

by Paul Bond on 28 July, 2010

If you read this article from CNN, you’d have to think that CCR (or compression only CPR) is THE major change coming to ECC by the end of this year………except for one little quote from it:
“The Red Cross issued a statement, saying it considers traditional CPR to be better, but that compressions without mouth-to-mouth “is an acceptable alternative for those who are unwilling, unable, or not trained to perform full CPR.”
That sounds like the AHA, the body that puts out the national standard suggested treatments for cardiovascular problems, doesn’t believe in CCR. And yet, it does seem the data points to it being better. The outcome remains to be seen………and it will by the end of this year when the new standards come out. Stay tuned!

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Episode 52: Oxygen Therapy Redux

by Paul Bond on 27 July, 2010

Episode 52: Oxygen Therapy Redux

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I went into the archives and pulled a podcast from 2009 that many people have asked for — Oxygen Therapy. For anyone who hasn’t heard it, it’s a good overview of oxygen adjuncts. And for those who of you who have heard it before, it might be a good review. At the very least, it’s a cool way to hear how the podcast was two years ago as opposed to today. I hope you enjoy!

In the news this weeks:

Three articles from buzzle.com about nursing leadership. I thought these would be good since all of us, in one way or another, become leaders……..whether formal or informal.
Nursing Leadership Qualities
Leadership Styles in Nursing
Leadership Qualities

An article from JEMS.com on when minors can consent for treatment.

An EMS Responder on assessment and care of a shortness of breath patient.

A very good article from Emergency physician Monthly on a different kind of sore throat.

And finally, a WebMD article on the continuing dangers of Chantix.

And now, here’s the podcast!! Enjoy!!


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Healthier eating habits make for less obesity

by Paul Bond on 27 July, 2010

In an article in the Washington Post the writer, Jennifer LaRue, talks about her recent trip to Europe and specifically Italy. She found that the attitude there toward food, and more specifically how it is consumed (portion size, fresh v. premade, etc.) seems to play an important part in the amount of obesity in the society. Since more than 75% of the US is considered obese and less than HALF of Italians are, maybe this is something WE should look at in the US???

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Older epilepsy meds not linked to higher depression/suicide

by Paul Bond on 27 July, 2010

Research that appears in the July 28 issue of the journal Neurology apparently shows that older (and less commonly used) meds used to treat epilepsy are not linked to increased risk of depression and suicide, like many news medicines are.

Researchers say that conventional epilepsy drugs such as Depacon, Depakote, Dilantin, Tegretol, and Zarontin are not linked to higher rates of depression and/or suicide, while newer ones like Keppra, Topamax, and Sabril are associated with a threefold increase in the risk of self-harm or suicidal behavior.

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Cost for diabetes care said to be “out of control” in UK

26 July 2010

Researchers in the UK have found that the cost for diabetes care is “out of control” and that the National Health Service (the overseeing agency for health care in the UK……the one touted as “the model for public health) is spending 7% of its’ TOTAL prescribing budget on diabetes medications.
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Heat-Related Illness Advice for Older People

22 July 2010

The NIH has issued a fact sheet/press release on heat related problems and how to avoid them. Some REALLY good (and surprisingly common sense) information in it! Take a look and help spread the word……to not only your friends and family, but your patients too!

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Disruptive behavior and paient safety

19 July 2010

An article from the Pittsburgh based KDKA discusses a Pa. state report about “disruptive behavior” in health care settings by health care workers (mostly doctors according to the article) and the dangers this type of behavior poses to patient safety. The article states the Pennsylvania Patient Safety Authority found 177 incidents of disruptive behavior by [...]

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Follow up on Avandia

16 July 2010

Well, the FDA “expert” panel met and came to a decision……..they couldn’t decide what, definitively, to do about Avandia. They panel was split in their opinions to either pull it altogether, leave it as is, or leave it on the market with stronger warnings and prescribing precautions. Now the matter goes to the FDA to [...]

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A good article on back pain management

15 July 2010

I found a good article that covers how to best deal with lower back pain. Notice #2 on the list of suggestions is to keep moving! And under the exercise suggestion, crunches are not good! Finally! An article with the latest ways to help recover/limit low back pain!
Read it here. It’s from WebMD.

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Episode 51: Drowning

14 July 2010

Episode 51: Drowning
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