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Impedance threshold device (ITD) An (ITD) is a medical device used in CPR and advanced cardiac life support
to help improve circulation during cardiac arrest. The ITD works by increasing
venous return to the heart during chest compressions, ultimately improving
cardiac output and potentially increasing the chances of successful
defibrillation. EX ResQPod
Key Features of ITDs:
· Attachability: ITDs are often attached to an endotracheal tube or used in
combination with a bag-valve mask.
· Negative Pressure: They generate negative pressure during chest
compression recoil, which enhances venous return to the heart.
· Portable: Most ITDs are lightweight and portable, making them suitable for
emergency care and prehospital settings.
· Improvement in Circulatory Support: The primary goal is to increase blood
return to the heart, improve cardiac output, and increase coronary perfusion
pressure, all of which can improve survival and neurological outcomes after
cardiac arrest.
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Rule of 9s This common method is for estimating TBSA in adults.
· Head and neck: 9%
· Each arm: 9% (total of 18% for both arms)
· Each leg: 18% (total of 36% for both legs)
· Front of the torso: 18%
· Back of the torso: 18%
· Genital area: 1%
First Degree Burns Epidermal damage only, Localized redness, edema (swelling), and pain.
Common causes are sunburns and mild scalds
Second Degree Burns Epidermis and upper dermis are damaged, skin is red with blisters. Common
causes are hot liquids and brief flame contatct.
Third degree burns Epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous layer affected. Charred, leathery, white and
dry appearance. Common causes are prolonged flame contact and electrical
burns.
Fourth degree burns Extends to muscles, tendons, and bones. Charred deep tissue destruction.
Severe electrical burns and severe flame contact.
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Alpha and beta adrenergic receptors mediate the effects of catecholamines such as norephinephrine and
epinephrine.
are part of the autonomic nervous system and play critical roles in the
sympathetic nervous system (flight or fright)
a1 Receptor Which Receptor effects this location? Vascular smooth muscle, bladder, eye
Effects - vasoconstricton, increased blood pressure, pupil dilation, bladder
contraction
α1 Agonists These drugs activate the α1 receptors, which usually results in
vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels) and other effects like
increased blood pressure or pupil dilation.
Midodrine: Used to treat orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when
standing), it constricts blood vessels to raise blood pressure.
Methoxamine: Sometimes used as a vasopressor to increase blood pressure
in acute hypotensive states.
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Paramedic
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Impedance threshold device (ITD) An (ITD) is a medical device used in CPR and advanced cardiac life support
to help improve circulation during cardiac arrest. The ITD works by increasing
venous return to the heart during chest compressions, ultimately improving
cardiac output and potentially increasing the chances of successful
defibrillation. EX ResQPod
Key Features of ITDs:
· Attachability: ITDs are often attached to an endotracheal tube or used in
combination with a bag-valve mask.
· Negative Pressure: They generate negative pressure during chest
compression recoil, which enhances venous return to the heart.
· Portable: Most ITDs are lightweight and portable, making them suitable for
emergency care and prehospital settings.
· Improvement in Circulatory Support: The primary goal is to increase blood
return to the heart, improve cardiac output, and increase coronary perfusion
pressure, all of which can improve survival and neurological outcomes after
cardiac arrest.
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Rule of 9s This common method is for estimating TBSA in adults.
· Head and neck: 9%
· Each arm: 9% (total of 18% for both arms)
· Each leg: 18% (total of 36% for both legs)
· Front of the torso: 18%
· Back of the torso: 18%
· Genital area: 1%
First Degree Burns Epidermal damage only, Localized redness, edema (swelling), and pain.
Common causes are sunburns and mild scalds
Second Degree Burns Epidermis and upper dermis are damaged, skin is red with blisters. Common
causes are hot liquids and brief flame contatct.
Third degree burns Epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous layer affected. Charred, leathery, white and
dry appearance. Common causes are prolonged flame contact and electrical
burns.
Fourth degree burns Extends to muscles, tendons, and bones. Charred deep tissue destruction.
Severe electrical burns and severe flame contact.
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Alpha and beta adrenergic receptors mediate the effects of catecholamines such as norephinephrine and
epinephrine.
are part of the autonomic nervous system and play critical roles in the
sympathetic nervous system (flight or fright)
a1 Receptor Which Receptor effects this location? Vascular smooth muscle, bladder, eye
Effects - vasoconstricton, increased blood pressure, pupil dilation, bladder
contraction
α1 Agonists These drugs activate the α1 receptors, which usually results in
vasoconstriction (narrowing of blood vessels) and other effects like
increased blood pressure or pupil dilation.
Midodrine: Used to treat orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when
standing), it constricts blood vessels to raise blood pressure.
Methoxamine: Sometimes used as a vasopressor to increase blood pressure
in acute hypotensive states.
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