What should be a straightforward decision...isn't. Link to the full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Airway-Decisions-e2u0juk Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolo...
Feb 01, 2025•2 min
In this episode of the PFC podcast, Dr. Jim DeCanto, an experienced anesthesiologist, discusses the critical aspects of airway management in emergency situations. He emphasizes the importance of decision-making processes, assessing neurological status, and the necessity of proper planning and preparation for airway interventions. The conversation highlights the challenges faced in both hospital and pre-hospital settings, the significance of having the right equipment, and the need for practition...
Jan 31, 2025•49 min
A successful MASCAL depends on your ability to Triage effectively. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-214-TCCC-Updates-e2to67f Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/produc...
Jan 30, 2025•3 min
Major changes coming soon to TCCC. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-214-TCCC-Updates-e2to67f Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care...
Jan 29, 2025•3 min
Why are they changing MARCH to Resus before managing the Chest? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-214-TCCC-Updates-e2to67f Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-p...
Jan 28, 2025•4 min
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and John discuss the ongoing updates and changes within the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines. They delve into the role of the TTC Committee, the importance of literature reviews in developing algorithms for trauma care, and the proposed changes to the March algorithm, emphasizing the need for resuscitation before decompression. The conversation also covers the overhaul of the analgesic section, the recommendations for antibiotics, and the...
Jan 27, 2025•42 min
Posting tomorrow...John gives us a behind the curtain look at upcoming TCCC updates. Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care
Jan 26, 2025•3 min
Knowing the basics and how to apply them rapidly, will allow you to help far more people. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Rethinking-Triage-e2tljum Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www...
Jan 26, 2025•4 min
How do you prepare for something of this scale? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Rethinking-Triage-e2tljum Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-f...
Jan 25, 2025•4 min
In this podcast episode, Dennis, Stacy Shackelford, and Doc Rush discuss the critical topic of triage in emergency medical situations, particularly in military contexts. They explore the current challenges in triage practices, emphasizing the need for a shift in thinking towards large-scale events and the importance of adapting strategies based on the number of casualties. The conversation highlights the significance of immediate actions in the first hour post-injury and the necessity of trainin...
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr
Imagine dealing with a 50+ patient MASCAL....where to even begin. Posting tomorrow Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care
Jan 23, 2025•2 min
Quick rundown of basic management of Dengue fever. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-213-Dengue-Fever-e2tgiks Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged...
Jan 23, 2025•3 min
Every fluid has its purpose as well as its effects. Stick to the isotonic fluids to maintain your patient. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-213-Dengue-Fever-e2tgiks Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective...
Jan 22, 2025•3 min
Resource constraints (within reason) can lead to innovation and ultimately better medicine. Links to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-213-Dengue-Fever-e2tgiks Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or w...
Jan 21, 2025•2 min
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis speaks with Dr. Ryan Maves, an infectious disease physician, about dengue fever, a significant tropical disease. They discuss the epidemiology, clinical presentation, management, and prevention strategies for dengue, emphasizing the importance of recognizing warning signs and providing supportive care. Dr. Maves shares insights from his extensive experience in tropical medicine, particularly during his time in the Navy and in Peru, where he conducted re...
Jan 20, 2025•42 min
In operational/tactical EMS situation, you have to put security of the remaining personnel over the medicine. It's counter intuitive to our medical training, but incredilily important. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Tactical-Time-out-e2tcbcd Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org ...
Jan 19, 2025•1 min
When patients complain of feeling sick....That doesn't help that much. Knowing what questions to ask will lead you to the correct treatment. Posting tomorrow... Link to the full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-213-Dengue-Fever-e2tgiks Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting...
Jan 19, 2025•2 min
As always, we as medics are part of the tactical situation. We must inform the ground commander of the medical situation and based on his determination, plan on how to best help our patients. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Tactical-Time-out-e2tcbcd Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org...
Jan 18, 2025•3 min
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis, Casper, and Paul discuss the concept of Tactical Timeout, a leadership tool designed to enhance communication and operational effectiveness in medical scenarios, particularly in military contexts. They explore the importance of security, operational considerations, and effective patient care, emphasizing the need for clear communication and teamwork. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding the operational environment, managing shi...
Jan 17, 2025•32 min
Hypotension has been mentioned repeatedly in literature, but is it really a thing. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-212-TXA-e2sss55 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com...
Jan 16, 2025•3 min
Can TXA cause seizures and hypotension...Always read the insert. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-212-TXA-e2sss55 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prol...
Jan 15, 2025•3 min
Bleeding patient outside the 3 hr window...Can I redose TXA? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-212-TXA-e2sss55 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonge...
Jan 14, 2025•4 min
Does TXA cause hypotension or is it just correlated due to the types of trauma patients it's indicated for? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-212-TXA-e2sss55
Jan 13, 2025•4 min
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis speaks with John McClellan, a military trauma surgeon, about the use of Tranexamic Acid (TXA) in trauma care. They discuss the mechanism of TXA, its applications in pre-hospital settings, potential complications, and evolving dosing strategies. John emphasizes the importance of TXA in managing hemorrhage and the need for standardized protocols in trauma care, especially for medics in the field. Takeaways TXA is a lysine analog that helps stabilize clots...
Jan 13, 2025•35 min
Posting tomorrow...Down and dirty chat with John on TXA and Trauma. Link to full episode: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-212-TXA-e2sss55
Jan 12, 2025•4 min
Controlling chaos both the environment we're working...and ourselves. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-MASCAL-Lessons-Learned-e2t1hd7
Jan 12, 2025•4 min
A MASCAL will humble anyone. It's always better to learn from other mistakes. Link to the full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-MASCAL-Lessons-Learned-e2t1hd7
Jan 11, 2025•4 min
Considering recent events, I thought it would be a good time to push this info back out. In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and Rick discuss critical lessons learned from military operations, particularly focusing on mass casualty situations. Rick shares his extensive experience as a senior medic in the Special Forces, detailing the complexities of managing casualties in combat, the importance of realistic training, and the challenges of communication and coordination during crises. The ...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr 28 min
It's very easy to be overwhelmed with events. Having your organization pre-planned, will help out immensely. Link to the full podcast posting tomorrow: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-MASCAL-Lessons-Learned-e2t1hd7
Jan 09, 2025•3 min
We all use Walk, Crawl, Run..But what does that actually mean and how does training change? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-211-Training-Scars-e2sq2n3
Jan 09, 2025•3 min
