Medical Emergencies

Teenage girls are also abusing steroids

clewis — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 09:25:30 -0500

hoping to lose weight. (MSNBC April 25, 2005)

The Suicide Prevention Resource Center

clewis — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 09:23:41 -0500

(SPRC) has launched a series of web pages geared for specific audiences, such as physicians, college students, and law enforcement . Information on recognizing and responding to warning signs and resource materials, such as programs, useful web sites and further reading, are provided for each audience.

Summer Brings Greater Chance of Poisoning

clewis — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:15:44 -0500

Information provided by Joan McVoy, RN, CSPI, of The Poison Center, Children's Hospital, Omaha.
The arrival of spring and summer months brings an increase in the incidence of poisoning in children. The following are some of the more frequent calls we get this time of year.

Insect Repellents

High Temperatures, Humidity Don't Mix

clewis — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:03:50 -0500

With summer on the way, Nebraskans will have to be alert to the combination of high heat and high humidity.

"Temperatures of 90-plus degrees and humidity levels of 35 percent or more put us in the danger zone for heat-related illness," said Dr. Richard Raymond, the former System's Chief Medical Officer.

Pediatricians: 'Don't use Syrup of Ipecac'

clewis — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:12:34 -0500

The Poison Control Center's phone numbers are 800-222-1222 or (402) 955-5555 (in Omaha). The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has revised its recommendations about using Syrup of Ipecac in poisoning cases. The association is now saying that parents should not use syrup of ipecac as a poison treatment.

EpiPens® at Schools

clewis — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 10:51:28 -0500

Press release courtesy of the State Board of Education.
At its March 2002 meeting, the State Board of Education approved a revised timeline and plan that calls for schools to put in place a protocol for responding to life-threatening asthma attacks or other allergic reactions.

Under the revised plan, the medical community would cover the costs of implementing the program, which would be mandated effective August 2003.

High Temperatures, Humidity Don't Mix

clewis — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:42:32 -0500

Bringing Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) into School Settings

clewis — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 13:35:42 -0500

Reprinted with permission courtesy of School Health Professional. Published in the October 18, 2000 issue. For subscription information, call 1-800-421-2795.

Heart Association Says Skip Pulse Check
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Board of Education Wants Anaphylaxis Protocol for Schools

jwilliams — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 13:23:21 -0500

EpiPens® at Schools
Press release courtesy of the State Board of Education.
At its March 2002 meeting, the State Board of Education approved a revised timeline and plan that calls for schools to put in place a protocol for responding to life-threatening asthma attacks or other allergic reactions.

Under the revised plan, the medical community would cover the costs of implementing the program, which would be mandated effective August 2003.

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Emergency Response Form for Life-Threatening Asthma or Allergic Reactions

jwilliams — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 13:16:42 -0500

DEFINITION: Life-threatening asthma consists of an acute episode of worsening airflow obstruction. Immediate action and monitoring are necessary.
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