Pharmacology
The pharmacology topic includes a variety of news, information, videos and feature articles about the science of drug action on biological systems.
Unpack the facts and myths behind nitroglycerin use in EMS, from nitro dosing to contraindications for EMTs and paramedics
Explore how alpha and beta receptors within the autonomic nervous system regulate vital involuntary functions and respond to stressors
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Hayword authorities say the patient had methamphetamine in his system when midazolam was administered during an in-custody incident
On-scene considerations for EMS assessment for evaluating lift-assistance calls and making transportation decisions for geriatric fall patients
What happens if EMS providers who use marijuana safely and legally test positive days later in violation of policies?
As fentanyl-fueled overdoses surge across the Twin Cities, Hennepin and Ramsey County officials are increasingly using buprenorphine to ease withdrawal symptoms and prevent fatal relapses
What will TNKase’s 5-second IV bolus mean for EMS stroke care?
Discover actionable strategies for EMS teams to minimize errors through rest, focus and teamwork
A new protocol allows Hawkins County EMS to administer Zosyn to sepsis patients, aiming to improve outcomes in a county where sepsis made up a quarter of EMS calls last year
A pioneering EMS program is helping patients with opioid use disorder find a path to recovery
What you need to know about opioid overdose reversal drug nalmefene’s risks, effectiveness and clinical concerns
Discover how fentanyl test strips work, the obstacles to their widespread use and their impact on harm reduction
Through Colorado’s Path4EMS program, a mental health clinic reduces ketamine infusion costs from $400 to $150, making treatment more accessible for first responders
TNKase — tenecteplase — is the first FDA-approved stroke medicine in nearly 30 years, offering a faster, simpler five-second IV bolus administration
Common agents used in drug-facilitated sexual assault: How to recognize them and how they impact care
The proposed legislation would direct the Maine Board of Pharmacy to create rules and oversight of remote pharmacies in rural areas
Prosecutors said the former Sioux City Fire Rescue paramedic failed to verify the medication before drawing it up and gave the patient rocuronium instead of ketamine
Four distinct events must occur in order for an anaphylactic reaction to manifest
The defense attorneys representing one of the firefighters share the legal and operational lessons from this high-profile case, emphasizing documentation, training and BWCs
A fatal medication error and subsequent involuntary manslaughter charge highlights the ongoing challenges of error reporting in EMS
We asked readers for advice on learning and studying pharmacology and received dozens of fantastic responses
Remain consistent once you’ve established the patient’s weight, ensure you know what’s in your containers and practice dosing calculations to prevent medication administration errors
Medication administration cross check is a simple and easy to implement process to reduce medication errors
The criminalization of medical errors has added a new layer to reducing harm
Day 1 of the Wisconsin EMS Association conference featured sessions on sepsis, electrolyte imbalances, facial trauma and traumatic amputations
The former Sioux City Fire Rescue paramedic realized she had given the patient rocuronium when she went to administer a second dose of ketamine
“What happens when the kidneys aren’t getting enough blood? They sound the alarm with renin.”
From an airway management wake-up call to the efficacy of naloxone on out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, these studies will be making waves in 2025
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