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Estimated 3 min read — published on Dec. 16, 2024
How Narcan Works Narcan, also known by its generic name naloxone, is a medication designed to rapidly reverse opioid overdoses. Opioids, such as heroin, fentanyl, and prescription pain medications, can cause life-threatening respiratory depression. Narcan works by binding to the same receptors in the brain that opioids attach to, effectively blocking and reversing their effects12. This action… | read full article…
Estimated 2 min read — published on Dec. 12, 2024
Tourniquets are essential tools in emergency medical situations, used to control severe bleeding. You may think that applying a tourniquet dooms the victim to lose an appendage. Fortunately, that is not necessarily true. It is true, extended application of a tourniquet does increase the likelihood of amputation due to necrosis, but we are a fortunate… | read full article…
Estimated 3 min read — published on Dec. 10, 2024
In emergency situations, providing effective rescue breaths can be crucial for saving a life. Understanding the correct technique, recognizing the signs of a good breath, and being aware of the risks of over-ventilation are essential for anyone performing CPR. The Correct Velocity for Rescue Breaths When giving rescue breaths, the velocity at which you deliver… | read full article…