Pharmacology
The pharmacology topic includes a variety of news, information, videos and feature articles about the science of drug action on biological systems.
Rapid restoration of blood flow is the most critical determiner of functional brain survival
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What first responders need to know about asking for help, getting into treatment, and returning to work
A man claims he suffered severe health complications after being forcibly injected with ketamine by Greenwich EMS while restrained by police
A new Florida bill will require schools to train staff and ensure EpiPen access during all student activities
A comprehensive look at vasopressors: functions, differences and application strategies
Enhance your IV insertion skills with these expert tips, ensuring efficient and effective patient care in emergency situations
Relatives of James Foster Jr. filed a federal lawsuit alleging wrongful death and medical malpractice after a Sioux City paramedic injected him with the wrong drug, leading to his death
The move comes as part of a broader effort to standardize and enhance clinical practices
Pediatric IV tips and tricks I’ve picked up during hundreds of IV placements
Get the right dose to the right place: faster
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
Hayword authorities say the patient had methamphetamine in his system when midazolam was administered during an in-custody incident
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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
