Pharmacology
The pharmacology topic includes a variety of news, information, videos and feature articles about the science of drug action on biological systems.
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A patient was unresponsive after EMS administered sedatives to a postictal seizure patient restrained by police
Mechanisms, roles and potential risk: What medics need to know about beta blockers
The judge ruled Aurora Paramedic Peter Cichuniec had to make a quick decision the night of the arrest as the highest-ranking paramedic at the scene
Does bolus dose epinephrine or phenylephrine have a role in the prehospital environment?
Vallejo Fire Department paramedics have used tranexamic acid three times with positive results
Learn about two of the most common NMBAs used in EMS and how each impact intubation decisions during advanced airway management
A new study highlights the benefits of the drug to treat opioid-related OHCAs
Which vasopressor to use, when to use them and what to watch out for
UC Davis Health researchers found an association between the use of naloxone and both the return of spontaneous circulation and survival to hospital discharge
The balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system keeps our automated body functions working properly
Authorities said Matthew Perry had been receiving regular ketamine infusion treatments for depression
When you’re on an operation and you can only take what you can carry, what do you choose?
Engage your participants in pediatric resuscitation protocols, equipment and patient assessment
From where to begin, to last-resort options: Tips and tricks I’ve picked up during hundreds of pediatric IV placements
What providers need to know about the use of semiglutide drugs for weight loss when it comes to personal health and patient care
Are you an expert on the chemical restraint drugs available to you in the field? You should be.
Learn what to look for and how to advocate for elderly patients who may be much sicker than they appear
Mechanisms, roles and potential risk: What medics need to know about aspirin
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services has approved the use of the KangooFix and oxytocin
Critical insights on the safe administration of ketamine, versed, lorazepam, ativan and haloperidol
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
Simplifying the patient assessment process for every patient can reduce variability, lower your stress and improve patient care
Nitroglycerin or “Nitro” is a commonly encountered medication for EMS, but it may not work the way you think or do what you think it does
Here’s an overview of what naloxone is and how responders are helping curb the opioid epidemic
What is your organization doing to enhance medics’ mathematical skills in the field?
A lack of accurate data tracking led LogRX CEO and Founder Clive Savacool to redefine what pharmacology accountability looks like for street-level medics
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