Thursday July 31st
 

8:45 am GENERAL SESSION 1

“FROM PUNITIVE TO POSITIVE:  MAKING MEDICAL MISTAKES MEANINGFUL”                                               1.5 Preparatory

Mike Smith, BS, MICP, Program Chair, Emergency Medical & Health Services, Tacoma Community College, WA

This lecture will present a variety of methods including short clinical vignettes and Q & A to take the participants through an understanding of the how’s and why’s of medical mistakes. In addition, Mike will offer examples of how to classify mistakes as well as how to assess their severity and impact. This presentation’s overall focus is on how to learn and benefit from past mistakes, along with how to limit the frequency of future occurrences.

10:30 am—11:45 am    WORKSHOP SESSION “A”

A1:   “PRE-HOSPITAL RESEARCH 101” 1.5 Preparatory

Attila Hertelendy, PhD, MS, MHSM, NREMT-P, CCEMT-P; Director, EMS Management Program, ENMU

EMS Research and evidence based practice are becoming increasingly important in today’s EMS environment. Unfortunately, most EMS personnel are unfamiliar with even basic research concepts. In this discussion, the speaker will explain the basic concepts of the research process, literature review and research methodology.

A2:   “THE MANY FACES OF CHEST PAIN” 1.5 Medical Emergencies

Mike Voss, NREMT-P, Faculty & Curriculum Coordinator, Central NM Community College                  

This session is intended for EMT’s who want to improve their differential diagnosis skills for patients complaining of chest pain. Not all chest pain is an AMI. We will focus on the most common causes of chest pain and management priorities. We will also take a look at a few less common causes of chest pain.

A3:   “GETTING THE A’s & B’s OF PEDIATRICS” 1.5 Special Considerations/Pediatrics

JD Sharick, RN, BS, NREMT-P, Lifeguard Emergency Services

We all have been taught that pediatric cardiac arrest originates from respiratory causes. This lecture is to reinforce and offer ways to assess and manage the pediatric airway and breathing. JD will talk about the anatomical differences of the pediatric airway, how that affects our care and how to assess and determine if a pediatric patient is in trouble. This lecture will also demonstrate ways to manage the airway from the basics to some advanced airway techniques.

A4:  “TACTICAL EMS COURSE DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION” 1.5 Preparatory

George Kennedy, MD, NM EMS State Medical Director

In this EMS instructor geared presentation Dr. Kennedy will review the development and presentation of TEMS training using lectures, practical skills & scenario based training. This lecture will include ideas for the development of training in local service areas.

A5:  “MEDICAL PRIORITY DISPATCH, TAKING PATIENT CARE TO THE DISPATCH CENTER”   1.5 Dispatch

Laura Kay, MD, FACEP, EMT-P, EMD-Q, Medical Director Los Alamos County Fire, Jemez Pueblo EMS, Rio Arriba County FD, Santa Fe RECC & Los Alamos Consolidated Dispatch Center

In this session Dr. Kay will discuss how the medical priority dispatch system was developed, how it works, why it is important for patient care and will give examples of real calls where life saving instructions were given to benefit patients.  New 2008 updates in MPDS will also be shared.

A6:  “WHAT WOULD GRIZZLY ADAMS DO?” 1.5 Medical Emergencies

Karen Burns, NREMT-P, I/C, Clovis FD

In this presentation Karen will evaluate the medical emergencies of then and today as we look at a variety of medical emergencies and their treatments.

A7:   “HYPERTENSIVE DISORDERS OF PREGNANCY” 1.5 Medical Emergencies

Doug Gadomski, BS, EMT-P, Education Specialist, BATCAVE, UNM Hospital

Hypertension in pregnancy is very worrisome and can have a fatal outcome if left untreated. In this session we will take a close look at pre-eclampsia/eclampsia, pregnancy induced hypertension, and HELLP syndrome, what things they have in common, what makes each unique, tips for helping us differentiate them, and the implications for pre-hospital care.

A8:  “A” COMES FIRST...SECURING THE DIFFICULT AIRWAY”                                                                         1.5 Airway & Ventilation  

Jessica Medrano, EMT-P, I/C, Central NM Community College

In this presentation Jessica will review and discuss the various methods of completing one of the most, if not THE most, important step in patient care….securing the airway. We will look at the whole alphabet of devices…..OPA’s, NPA’s, LMA’s, CTA’s, ET’s and some of the newer devices and techniques available.

12:45 pm—2:00 pm     WORKSHOP SESSION “B”

B1:    “NEW ADVANCES IN BATTLING AN OLD ENEMY: TREATING STROKE IN  NM” 1.5 Medical Emergencies

Sheran Dodd, EMT-I, I/C, Albuquerque FD

The NM Stroke Advisory Committee and the American Stroke Association have been hard at work on developing new ways to address CVA in New Mexico, from a new curriculum for EMS Providers to the proposed development of new treatment and transport protocols and the implementation of designated Stroke Centers statewide. Come and hear about the advancements that have occurred and changes that are on the horizon.

B2:   “EXCITED DELIRIUM” 1.5 Medical Emergencies (Taking Care of Our Family When Responding to a Disaster)

Joyce Bradley, NREMT-P, EMS Program Director, DABCC; Pete Bradley, Deputy Chief of Police, Las Cruces PD

Over the past several years issues involving physical restraint techniques and uses of force have resulted in death of a limited number of people. Excited Delirium is a very high profile, significant social problem that although rare in occurrence has been very costly to emergency providers in terms of health and safety of all concerned. This session will review the signs and symptoms of this rare but dangerous fatal event and the most up-to-date treatment guidelines.   

B3:  “GETTING A HANDLE ON HEAD TRAUMA “ 1.5 Trauma Emergencies

Mike Smith, BS, MICP Program Chair, Emergency Medical & Health Services, Tacoma Community College, WA

In this ALS level, graphic and fast moving presentation Mike takes an assessment-based approach to head trauma rather than the traditional, and less functional, diagnostic based approach.

B4:   “COMMON PRE-HOSPITAL PEDIATRIC PROBLEMS” 1.5 Special Considerations/Pediatric

Kim Brown, RN; Lisa Dhanes, RN, Emergency Department, University Hospital

In this presentation, Kim and Lisa will discuss the following pediatric topics as they relate to pre-hospital personnel: Seizures, Dehydration, Asthma, Bronchiolitis, Epiglottitis, Croup, SIDS, Child Abuse & Neglect. This lecture will also cover developmental stages and age appropriate assessment.

B5:    “WHEN PEPTO DOESN’T WORK” 1.5 Medical Emergencies

James Williams, NREMT-P, Fire Chief, City of Lovington FD

Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are common complaints that EMS providers see with the patients they encounter in the field. Many patients may simply have a “bug”, but these symptoms may also indicate more significant issues. This presentation will explore the common causes of gastrointestinal symptoms and illnesses, the physiological toll they take on the body, and treatments which may be provided. Attendance is encouraged for those who have a good sense of “bathroom” humor!

B6:     “THE STATUS OF THE NATIONAL EMS DATA BASE?” 1.5 Preparatory

Dave Owns, Program Director NEMSIS Technical Assistance Center

In this presentation the speaker will educate you of the purpose of the National EMS data base and how it can help your respective organizations improve patient care and outcomes. Dave will show attendees a sample of national reports available to them and explain how they can be used as a tool in helping agencies understand how the collection of this data can benefit them.

B7:  “CULTURAL DIVERSITY AND EMS?” 1.5 Preparatory

Jesus “Chuy” Lopez

What is “culture” and should we be more aware of our diversities in our work environments? Awareness of cultural differences and diversities within our areas of responsibility can improve patient care and make for better partnerships. What impact does it have on us and how do we impact it? Additionally, cultural competency and understanding cultural diversity can help enhance work relationships within our services, our communities and our lives!

B8:    “SNAKE ENVENOMATION, WHY WORRY?” PART 1                                                                         1.5 Medical Emergencies  

Greg McCarty, NREMT-P, San Juan Regional Medical Center; James McCarty, Venomous Reptile Handler

In this presentation Greg will discuss nothing but venomous reptiles. He will present different types of venoms and current treatment for an envenomation. There will be Q & A with a reptile handler and some hands-on identification.

2:15 pm—3:30 pm     WORKSHOP SESSION “C”

C1:    “MORE THAN INSULIN:  OTHER HORMONES SWIMMING AROUND” 1.5 Medical Emergencies

Jesse Davis, NREMT-P, I/C, ENME—Roswell
 

As EMS personnel, when we hear the term endocrinology, we automatically think of a diabetic patient. What about the hormones of the adrenals, thyroid, and other pituitary glands? This lecture will serve as an explanation of the functions of hormones and discussion on treatment modalities of critical endocrinology emergencies.

C2:    “PRE-HOSPITAL BURN EMERGENCIES” 1.5 Trauma Emergencies

Ricardo Paz, NREMT-P, Lieutenant, Albuquerque FD

This presentation will address the different cause and severities of burn emergencies most commonly encountered by fire and EMS personnel.  Along with causes, appropriate prevention and treatment guidelines will be discussed.

C3:   “PRE-HOSPITAL BABY BLUES” 1.5 Operations

Jeff Bullard-Berent, MD, Associate Professor, Emergency Medicine & Pediatrics; Medical Director, Pediatric Emergency Services, UNM Hospital

Thru case scenarios Dr. Bullard-Berent will discuss causes of childhood cyanosis and the underlying pathophysiology of cyanosis from cardiac, pulmonary and poisonings. He will also address distinguishing characteristics for the various causes of cyanosis and immediate treatment options.

C4:   “STREETSENSE!” 1.5 Preparatory

Mike Smith, BC, MICP, Program Chair, Emergency Medical & Health Services, Tacoma Community College WA

One of Mike’s most popular programs, this is a fun, interactive and extremely practical presentation that examines the importance of communication skills, safety concerns and scene control issues and methods for EMS providers of all

levels.

C5:   “BLAST INJURIES” 1.5 Trauma Emergencies

Mike Chicarelli, RN, BSN, CEN, Director, UNM Hospital Emergency Department

Blast injuries can be as common as a house gas line explosion, and as rare as a home made pipe bomb detonation. Nevertheless, blast injuries can present unique challenges from an EMS standpoint. This session will take a close look at the effects of blast injuries including the physics, pathophysiology, and some of the most current treatment modalities.

C6:   “SABOTAGE LAB” 1.5 Patient Assessment

Lauri Montanez, RN, Lifeguard Emergency Services

Sabotage Lab is a psycho-motor skills lab designed to promote critical and improvisational thinking skills to overcome unusual and unique situations in pre-hospital medicine. This lab is geared toward ALS level EMS personnel.

Maximum of 20 participants

C7:    “CPAP! THE NEW BREATHE OF LIFE TOOL FOR PRE-HOSPITAL” 1.5 Airway & Ventilation

Carl Gilmore, EMT-I, Master I/C, Taos Ski Valley EMS

Constant Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is out of the hospital and onto the streets and roads of New Mexico.  New technology that uses less oxygen to accomplish the therapy has finally made CPAP possible for EMS.  This equipment significantly increases the ability of First Responders and higher levels to treat respiratory distress.  Albuquerque Ambulance started using this great technology in Spring 2008.  Case studies from Rio Rancho who were the first in New Mexico to use CPAP will be reviewed and you will get a look at the new technology.

C8:  “SNAKE ENVENOMATION, WHY WORRY?” PART 2 1.5 Medical Emergencies

Greg McCarty, NREMT-P, San Juan Regional Medical Center; James McCarty, Venomous Reptile Handler

CONTINUATION FROM EARLIER PRESENTATION, IF INTERESTED PLEASE SIGN UP FOR BOTH B8 & C8

4:00pm—5:30 pm     GENERAL SESSION 2

“IS CUSTOMER SERVICE REALLY NECESSARY?”                                                                         1.5 Preparatory

James Williams, NREMT-P, Fire Chief, City of Lovington FD

Customer Service is a term often utilized throughout the business sector, and is aimed at increasing sales or profits. In the majority of New Mexico our citizens receive emergency medical care normally from one EMS service provider. Even if you do not have any competition for service, is providing quality customer service an important issue? This presentation will cover the basics of customer service, how they can be applied to EMS, ideas for improving customer service, and plenty of real life examples of customer service in action.

 
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