Responding to One of Our Own - Reel Emergency Episode 16

The call reviewed here is a tough one, because the patient is a first responder. You’ll be watching footage of Vermont police officer who, while conducting a pursuit, goes into sudden cardiac arrest. Paramedic Sarah Lamb and her colleagues, mostly volunteers from Richmond Rescue and other parts of rural Vermont, respond to this and save the officer’s life. We review some of the clinical and operational aspects of the call, as well as the significant issues that arise with calls like these: most importantly, the heightened emotion, the post traumatic stress and the importance of first responders’ mental health.
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[@aricloud7675]

Very Strong video ❤ Thank you for so much information. Shout out to rural volunteers . I'm looking forward to future videos expanding on some of the topics you touched on but didn't have time to dive in to.

[@reelemergency]

More to come! Glad it was helpful.

[@JellyBean0776]

Excellent case review!! I've always taught my newbies breathing exercises and tell them it is THE MOST important thing to learn!

[@ViddyWellyWellyWell]

I would be interested to hear discussion regarding the decision to transport a pt in cardiac arrest vs work till ROSC/termination on scene. Especially if it's rural and only BLS crew(s) responding.