Maryland Medical Protocols Update, Part 2: Adult Updates w/ Timothy Chizmar, MD, FACEP

<p>Summary</p><p><br></p><p>This episode features Dr. Tim Chizmar discussing recent updates to Maryland EMS protocols, including new treatments for seizures, stroke, hypertensive emergencies, and trauma. Learn about protocol changes, innovative treatments like ketamine for refractory seizures, and the expanding role of EMS in leading medical advancements.</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to Protocol Updates</p><p>02:19 Child and Vulnerable Adult Abuse Reporting Changes</p><p>05:31 Pediatric Critical Care Protocol Enhancements</p><p>08:22 Patient Refusal of Care Protocol Improvements</p><p>10:31 Expanding Buprenorphine Access in EMS</p><p>14:33 Seizure Management Protocol Changes</p><p>27:55 Introduction of Labatolol for Stroke and Aortic Syndromes</p><p>33:13 Identifying Aortic Dissection and Acute Coronary Syndrome</p><p>35:51 Beta Blockers in Emergency Medicine</p><p>38:51 Crush Syndrome and Hyperkalemia Treatment Changes</p><p>44:13 Trauma Management and Hemorrhage Control</p><p>47:52 Expanding Protocols for Emergency Care</p><p>54:20 Tourniquet Conversion Protocols</p><p><br></p>