Description

Topic
Ventilation in Crisis Scenarios: Mass Casualties, Natural Disasters, Austere Environments

Date
Thursday, October 31, 2024

Time
12:00 PM (EDT)

Duration
60 minutes

Description

The webinar, "Ventilation in Crisis Scenarios: Mass Casualties, Natural Disasters, Austere Environments," is designed to equip EMS professionals, operations managers, and medical responders with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively manage ventilation during large-scale emergencies. Speakers will address specific aspects of crisis scenarios, including austere environments, natural disasters, and mass casualties, offering insights from a clinical, operational, and training perspective.

Objectives

  1. Understand the Challenges: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges associated with ventilation in various crisis scenarios.
  2. Learn Best Practices: Explore best practices for managing ventilation in austere environments, natural disasters, and mass casualty incidents.
  3. Operational Integration: Discover strategies for integrating effective ventilation techniques into EMS operations during crises.
  4. Training and Preparedness: Learn how to prepare and train EMS teams for ventilatory management in unpredictable and resource-limited scenarios.
  5. Question and Answer: Engage in a moderated discussion with experts to explore real-world applications and case studies.
     

 

This EMS World webinar is accredited by CAPCE for 1 hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion of a post-test. Attendees will be provided instructions on how to claim CE credit for attending.

 

Sponsored By:

Speakers

Mark Brady, MD, MPH MMSc, DTM&H, FACEP
Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine

Joseph E. Holley, MD FACEP, FAEMS
Memphis FD, Shelby County FD
Medical Director for the State of TN

Dr. James J. Augustine, MD, FACEP
Department of Emergency Medicine, Wright State University
Clinical Professor

Kevin Joles, NREMT-P
City of Olathe Fire Department
Division Chief of EMS