Paramedic Student Memes and Blog
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Paramedic Meme of the month – Paramedicine lecture
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Paediatric Assessment Triangle: A Comprehensive Guide
The Paediatric Assessment Triangle is a rapid assessment tool that allows healthcare providers to quickly evaluate a paediatric patient’s overall condition. Comprising three key components – Appearance, Work of Breathing, and Circulation to the Skin – the Paediatric Assessment Triangle provides critical insights into a child’s well-being and helps identify potential life-threatening conditions. Paediatric Assessment…
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What is extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)?
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving medical technique that provides temporary respiratory and/or circulatory support to patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure. This advanced therapy acts as a bridge, allowing the lungs or heart to rest and heal while providing oxygenation and circulation externally. ECMO involves the use of a sophisticated medical device…
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Paramedic Meme of the month – Studying CPG’s
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Hypo is low, hyper is high
The terms “hypo” and “hyper” are commonly used as prefixes to describe conditions that are below or above normal ranges, respectively. The prefix “hypo” is used to indicate a deficiency or a lower than normal level, while the prefix “hyper” is used to indicate an excess or a higher than normal level. “Hypo” examples “Hyper”…
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APGAR Score – Newborn assessment
The APGAR tool is a quick assessment used to evaluate the physical condition of a newborn baby immediately after birth. The tool was developed by Dr. Virginia Apgar in 1952 and has since become a standard practice in obstetrics. APGAR is an acronym that stands for Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity and Respiration. The tool involves…
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Paramedic Meme of the month – Paramedic student OSCE backup
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Pallor vs Cyanosis comparison
Pallor refers to an unhealthy pale appearance of the skin, whereas cyanosis refers to a bluish discolouration of the skin due to lack of oxygen in the blood. Pallor Pallor is a medical term that refers to an abnormally pale appearance of the skin and mucous membranes. The pathophysiology of pallor can be related to…
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5 HEDS and Blunt Head Trauma
Blunt head trauma is a type of head injury caused by a blow or impact to the head without penetration of the skull. It can be caused by falls, motor vehicle accidents, physical assault, or sports-related injuries, among other causes. Blunt head trauma can result in a range of injuries, from mild concussion to more…
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Paramedic Meme of the month – Chest auscultation