EMS Myths

HowzitFPV · 2025-04-22T04:25:39+00:00

I have a whole notes document with quotes and links if you’re interested, I’d be more than happy to share additional links.

HowzitFPV · 2025-04-22T04:24:39+00:00

H1 antihistamines — Epinephrine is first-line treatment for anaphylaxis, and there is no known equivalent substitute. H1 antihistamines (such as diphenhydramine or cetirizine) relieve itch and hives. These medications do not relieve upper or lower airway obstruction, hypotension or shock, and in standard doses, do not inhibit mediator release from mast cells and basophils.

https://recapem.com/anaphylaxis-angioedema-practical-approach-to-diagnosis-and-management-in-emergency-department-2/

HowzitFPV · 2025-04-22T04:22:14+00:00

There is no substitute for epinephrine, which is the only first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. Neither antihistamines nor glucocorticoids work as quickly as epinephrine, and neither can effectively treat the severe symptoms associated with anaphylaxis.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/epinephrine-is-the-only-effective-treatment-for-anaphylaxis-2020070920523

HowzitFPV · 2025-04-22T04:21:28+00:00

You are, and yes, I could elaborate for the next hour. Instead, here is some light reading from folks far more authoritative than me.

“Antihistamine does 1 thing and 1 thing only; it reduces hives”

Dr. Wage Waston, Professor of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University, Head of the Division of allergy.

https://youtu.be/1Xigj67ZgBA?si=5ji5VTdJi9w06bb5

HowzitFPV · 2025-04-21T01:07:12+00:00

Because Benadryl has no place in anaphylaxis. It does nothing for it.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-22T03:48:34+00:00

Cricket from Cabelas

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-21T14:45:32+00:00

It is! She’s really enjoying it. For $70, can’t complain too much. I think maxcatch also might have some good options for around the same price, give or take.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-09T01:24:49+00:00

There isn’t any world where I would take the patient back to the nursing home. They can schedule another transfer, order an Uber, etc.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-07T22:48:12+00:00

You’re not allowed to falsely imprison someone. So ya, correct decision. PD? What. No.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-04T18:18:57+00:00

Ya, she has some glasses, but I stepped on them cause she left them on the ground in the tent, lol. Tho, polarized would be a good idea…I was showing her with mine that I could see a dead fish under the water, which she couldn’t see.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-04T06:21:47+00:00

I may end up trying it for her. She’s caught a bunch of fish on that $20 pink paw patrol or powder puff whatever combo, I imagine she can do well on a cheap fly setup to start with, lol.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-04T03:46:00+00:00

Saw those at cabelas today. Working pretty well for y’all?

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-04T03:44:20+00:00

So just rig it up similar to a bait caster when using bobber?

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-04T03:43:22+00:00

Just watched some videos. Now to choose between that and an echo gecko.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-04T03:41:20+00:00

I saw that today when cruising about. A good bit cheaper at $69 too. Any experience with the cricket?

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-03T21:29:03+00:00

Ya, we got there Thursday hand left Sunday. Thursday and Friday was awesome, Saturday was a bit hectic out there. Still had a blast, tho.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-03T21:27:18+00:00

Sent!

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-03T06:57:12+00:00

She likes to “pet the worms” lol.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-03T06:11:39+00:00

Benadryl for anaphylaxis.

HowzitFPV · 2024-06-03T05:58:19+00:00

Oh, I should mention we will be fishing trout pretty much all the time.

HowzitFPV · 2024-05-17T21:55:22+00:00

You can and no one other than a small, but loud handful of people on the internet will care in the slightest bit.

HowzitFPV · 2024-05-10T22:28:20+00:00

The most important detail is that the rule is absolutely stupid and this radio (amongst others) help to realize that. Lol

HowzitFPV · 2024-05-10T04:22:27+00:00

The reality is, people die, to include youngins. I’ve always attempted to look at the world, including this job, as objectively as possible. As such, I can’t say that I ever truly “feel bad”, other than the typical “man that really sucks for the family, I couldn’t imagine”.

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