Episode 39: End Tidal CO2 Application and Limitations in Prolonged Field Care

Upgrading your airway kit with a portable end tidal CO2 monitor can help in a couple situations. While it has its limitations, it is essential for quickly determining if your tube is in the trachea during an intubation. This can be accomplished most accurately via a device with a quantitative waveform such as the Emma … Continue reading Episode 39: End Tidal CO2 Application and Limitations in Prolonged Field Care

Podcast Episode 20: TBI Round Table and Case Discussion

This podcast is a follow up from our last post on managing traumatic brain injuries in austere environments.  We included a scenario discussion with David, Jamie, Daryl, Jay, Doug and I with much needed answers to some frequently asked questions. What are your priorities?  How do you assess in the field without labs and imagery?  Do you … Continue reading Podcast Episode 20: TBI Round Table and Case Discussion

Podcast Episode 18: Traumatic Brain Injury

"We were assigned to train the Colombian military in Reconnaissance operations. It was the rainy season, so travel was limited to trucks, ATVs, and good ol’ fashioned walking. We were about two days into our training mission/jungle slog, when we happened upon a vehicle at the base of the mountain that had been pushed off … Continue reading Podcast Episode 18: Traumatic Brain Injury