7 Things EMS
Would you like to put in your headphones and get fluff-free, conversational CE? The 7 Things EMS podcast gives you exactly that, covering a variety of topics that truly make you a better provider. Your host Dan Limmer talks with industry leaders and experts to give you a fast-paced but deeply insightful podcast that matches any attention span. Each episode delivers 7 Things you need to know about that topic. Pick and choose which topics interest you. There’s no boring content, no complex paperwork and no membership. Get CE for listening! Each episode is 1 hour of CAPCE-approved F3 CE. Purchase at https://LimmerEducation.com/7Things
Episodes
Capnography isn't just about the numbers or the shark fin—it’s a dynamic tool for understanding ventilation, perfusion, and metabolism in real time. In this episode of 7 Things EMS, we talk with Chris Kroboth FP-C and cover how capnography works, the importance of waveform interpretation, and what different circuit types mean for patient care. From managing ventilation to assessing perfusion and metabolic status, this episode shows...
Sepsis isn’t just a hospital problem—it’s a prehospital emergency, and EMS providers are the front line. In this episode of 7 Things EMS, host Dan Limmer is joined by fire captain, educator, and Sepsis Alliance advisory board member Rom Duckworth to break down what you really need to know to identify, treat, and advocate for septic patients before they crash.
From a no-fluff explanation of the immune response to practical tips using...
Dr. Peter Antevy is a physician, entrepreneur, and originator of the Handtevy® product for pediatric patients. He is a respected voice in EMS, and in this episode, he shares 7 things that he believes are practice-changing for EMS providers. From pediatric bradycardia and cardiac arrest to seizures, whole blood administration, and more, Dr. Antevy will challenge your thinking and improve your practice.
Service animals provide essential support, from mobility and sensory assistance to detecting diabetes and seizures. However, many EMS providers lack awareness of the laws and responsibilities surrounding these animals and their handlers.
In this episode, paramedic educator Rob Ravndal shares his experience, including how his service dog, Cairns, gave him new insight into service animal care. Listeners will learn how to respect patie...
Strokes are serious. Strokes are time-sensitive as far as getting a patient to appropriate care. This episode is all about strokes. From how to perform an accurate and detailed stroke assessment to pathophysiology to hospital-based treatments, this 7 Things EMS gives you what you need to know. With a special emphasis on large vessel occlusion (LVO) strokes, you won’t want to miss this episode with Dr. Ed Dickinson, Professor in the...
Stress is real. PTSD is real. The need to take care of yourself is more
important now than ever. Emily Reilly is the Mental Health Coordinator for
New Orleans EMS. (Yes, home of the Nightwatch television show.) She
draws from her extensive experience with first responders and veterans
to help you prevent and deal with stress and burnout. From the streets of
New Orleans to the Pulse nightclub shooting in Florida, Emily gives you
solid ins...
Join us in an exiting new episode featuring David Fifer, as we dive deep into the realm of Wilderness EMS. Wilderness EMS is wild—literally. Practiced in remote and austere environments, it involves extended extraction times and tackling complex medical and traumatic challenges. In this episode, we will highlight seven crucial points about Wilderness EMS, providing valuable insights for everyone in the EMS field. Whether you're a s...
This 7 Things EMS discusses several EMS patient presentations that are not very common but are still vital to be aware of during clinical practice. This session covers pediatric topics such as congenital heart defects and autism and conditions such as sepsis, autoimmune disease, hematology, and more. Listen for a great review of the “outsiders" with Dan Limmer and Chris Ebright, Lead Instructor for The University of Toledo EMS Prog...
In this special episode, Stephanie Limmer, the guest host, interviews Dan Limmer, the Chief Knowledge Officer of Limmer Education, a textbook author, and an all-around good guy. He shares his advice for students who are preparing for the NREMT, whether it is their first attempt or an additional one.
Show notes available here: https://limmereducation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Passing-the-NREMT-SHOWNOTES.pdf
NOTE: This episode is ...
A recent survey by CoAEMSP found that two-thirds of AEMT Program Directors are enthusiastic about voluntary accreditation for AEMT programs, with 59% likely to seek it. The value of accreditation is highlighted in the higher pass rates of the National Registry certification exam by paramedics who attended CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic education programs compared to AEMTs. The voluntary accreditation option is hoped to enhance the saf...
Much has been written about the flipped classroom. In this podcast, Dan talks with Chuck Allias from Penn State Fayette about his experiences and insights from implanting a flipped format. Chuck includes practical tips on teaching and testing and even finds a way to bring Ted Lasso into the conversation. Get CE for listening! 1 hour CAPCE-approved F3 CE. Purchase here https://lc-ready.com/store/details/103-7_things_flipping_the_cla...
Research is constantly changing EMS practice. It's difficult to keep up with everything happening and even more challenging to interpret these voluminous papers. This is where the EMS Avenger comes in. A popular social media figure who talks understandably and frequently about research. Each 7 Things relate to one piece of literature that has the potential to change everything from current thinking to practice to protocols.
Leadership in EMS involves a path filled with curves and bumps. Transitioning from a provider to a leadership role isn't easy. This 7 Things podcast helps smooth the transition for new leaders and helps existing leaders stay on course. EMS leadership expert Jon Politis presents 7 practical tips you can begin to use today. Be the leader you want to be. Be the leader your organization or crew respects and looks up to.
Special Double Episode! Three things in EMS are deeply connected: pathophysiology, assessment, and differential diagnosis. If a provider can apply principles of pathophysiology to assessment, coming to an accurate diagnosis becomes much easier. This 7 Things EMS brings in Joe Mistovich. Paramedic, educator, author, and pathophysiology geek. Joe explains the presentation of common conditions like hypoxia, hypoglycemia, and more thro...
Special Double Episode! Three things in EMS are deeply connected: pathophysiology, assessment, and differential diagnosis. If a provider can apply principles of pathophysiology to assessment, coming to an accurate diagnosis becomes much easier. This 7 Things EMS brings in Joe Mistovich. Paramedic, educator, author, and pathophysiology geek. Joe explains the presentation of common conditions like hypoxia, hypoglycemia, and more thro...
Well-being is widely misunderstood and often not considered until it is too late. This 7 Things EMS on well-being is presented by an EMS provider who has been there—and done something about it. James Boomhower founded stayfit4duty.org and is pursuing his Master’s in Clinical Psychology. His discussion with Dan in this session covers a wide range of real and practical components of well-being that are surprisingly easy and intuitive...
This continuing education podcast looks in the mirror to talk about continuing education. No one better to have this conversation with than Jay Scott, Executive Director of CAPCE. We talk about the intent of CAPCE, how CE is delivered and reported, and some fascinating insights into the future of EMS CE. And you get CE!
Get CE for listening! 1 hour CAPCE-approved F3 CE. Purchase here: https://www.lc-ready.com/store/details/94-7_thin...
Is the EMS physician an elusive creature only occasionally seen by EMS providers? Or is the EMS physician a tireless advocate and constant presence in a provider's life? Dr. Will Krost, an emergency physician and paramedic, helps take some of the mystery out of the physician-provider relationship. When you are done listening to this podcast, you will wish Dr. Krost was your medical director.
Get CE for listening! 1 hour CAPCE-approv...
Would you like to move beyond the basic educator classes and get the details and motivation to take your class to the next level? This is the podcast you need. Dan Batsie takes us through new theories and classroom practices guaranteed to change your approach as an educator.
Get CE for listening! 1 hour CAPCE-approved F3 CE (educator). Purchase here: https://www.lc-ready.com/store/details/87-7_things_ems_education
The Medical-Legal chapter in the textbook is important, but most people speed through it to get to the juicy clinical material. Medical-Legal is important—and very relevant to your practice—as you will find out in this legally insightful podcast with paramedic and attorney Wes Ogilvie.
Get CE for listening! 1 hour CAPCE-approved F3 CE (basic medical legal). Purchase here: https://www.lc-ready.com/store/details/92-7_things_medical_le...
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