Exploring all things first aid related. As an instructor with over 26 years experience my goal is to share some tips and tricks with you. Bring 30+ years frontline healthcare experience (paramedicine, nursing and more). Podcastfab@gmail.com is our email address if you have any questions or comments. You can also find us on Twitter @Basics2020
Basic overview on when childbirth is eminent, what preparations to make, how to assist with the birth and most importantly call EMS right away! You can always reach us through our email or Twitter account. @basics2020 podcastfab@gmail.com.
In this series we will discuss various types of medical emergencies. This episode discusses diabetic emergencies. Signs and symptoms, First Aid treatment and of course anatomy. Feel free to email us at podcastfab@gmail.com or Twitter @basics2020
In this episode we discuss anatomy with regard to head and spine as well as signs/symptoms, causes and treatment for head and spine injuries. Feel free to email us at podcastfab@gmail.com
This episode we discuss guidelines for wounds that may need sutures and wounds that require further assessment or treatment. Recap of previous wound care podcasts as well. Please feel free to email us at podcastfab@gmail.com
This episode we discuss severe external bleeding and care, various types of minor and moderate wounds starting at the scalp downwards. Questions please email at podcastfab@gmail.com
This is one of two respiratory episodes. It will involve; anatomy, common respiratory illnesses and injuries. Signs, symptoms and treatment for first aid measures.
Giving good care to a casualty should always have these basics. Primary survey are the ABCs (CAB for some). Secondly survey is the care to give if the person is breathing and has a pulse.
In this episode we discuss my background with healthcare, podcast disclaimers, preparedness, legal aspects of first aid, EMS system, infection control and post emergency support.