In this episode of EMSconnect On Shift, Quinn dives deep into one of the most common and critical calls in prehospital care: respiratory emergencies. From asthma and COPD to CHF and pneumonia, Quinn breaks down the “Big 4” respiratory issues every EMS provider encounters and explores how to assess, treat, and manage these patients at the BLS level.

Join us as we review key anatomy and physiology, discuss how to recognize respiratory distress before it becomes failure or arrest, and walk through scenario-based learning that challenges your clinical thinking. Whether it’s setting up oxygen delivery systems, assisting with MDIs, or knowing when to call for ALS, this episode reinforces the importance of calm, calculated care when every breath counts.

💨 Topics include:

• The difference between respiratory distress, failure, and arrest
• BLS interventions and patient positioning
• Effective use of oxygen, CPAP, and bronchodilators
• Managing patient comfort and avoiding exertion
• Scenario breakdowns that sharpen your assessment skills

As always, remember to follow your local and state protocols, and keep expanding your knowledge—because in EMS, the learning never stops.

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Seizures don’t follow the rules—and in the prehospital setting, neither can you. Join Dr. Maika Dang, Emergency Medicine Physician and EMS Medical Director, as he unpacks the unpredictable world of seizure emergencies in this dynamic and engaging webinar.

From subtle partial seizures to full-blown status epilepticus, EMS providers are often the first on scene during some of the most chaotic moments in a patient’s life. This course goes beyond textbook definitions to provide real-world guidance on:
-Recognizing and managing different seizure types in the field
-Critical decision-making in prolonged or recurrent seizures
-Differentiating seizure mimics from true neurologic events
-Best practices for airway, medication, and transport considerations
-Post-ictal challenges and when “something doesn’t feel right”

Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned medic, this webinar will sharpen your seizure scene management skills and prepare you for the next time a brain "short-circuits."

Don’t miss it—this is seizure care for the chaos you actually face.

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The geriatric population is one of the fastest-growing patient groups EMS providers will encounter, and caring for these individuals requires unique knowledge and skills. Prehospital Care for the Aging Population equips EMS professionals with the tools to recognize, assess, and manage the complex needs of older adults in the prehospital setting.

This course explores age-related physiological changes, common medical and traumatic emergencies in geriatric patients, medication considerations, communication strategies, and the impact of comorbidities. Special emphasis is placed on compassionate, patient-centered care that balances clinical decision-making with dignity and respect.

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