General BroadCAST

In this months episode, we explore one of the most challenging aspects of paramedic practice — discontinuing resuscitation and how to deliver that news with compassion and clarity. Breaking bad news following a cardiac arrest is a crucial skill, yet often done poorly. We discuss who should take the lead, how to manage dynamic prehospital environments, and how to tell families their loved one has died after a cardiac arrest. From delivering effective warning shots to preparing families for what to expect, we share practical advice and real-world experience to help emergency care professionals navigate this sensitive situation. Whether you're a paramedic, emergency doctor, or part of a resuscitation team, this episode offers invaluable insights to improve your communication skills and patient care. Check out our other episodes at www.generalbroadcast.org.uk This Podcast is supported by GEEKY MEDICS. Check out their range of online revision material at www.geekymedics.com. Use code: ---> PARAMEDUCATE24 <--- at check out for 10% off select courses. Like the podcast? help keep it free and open access, support us by donating at www.ko-fi.com/generalbroadcast

This month we were lucky enough to sit down with Andrea James, a lawyer who specialises in defending paramedics in HCPC fitness to practice hearings. We spoke to Andrea about what is involved with fitness to practice hearings and how we can protect ourselves with quality documentation. She hands out her tips on what makes practice easy and difficult to defend. Check out our other episodes at www.generalbroadcast.org.uk This Podcast is supported by GEEKY MEDICS. Check out their range of online revision material at www.geekymedics.com. Use code: ---> PARAMEDUCATE24 <--- at check out for 10% off select courses. Like the podcast? help keep it free and open access, support us by donating at www.ko-fi.com/generalbroadcast

Burns represent a special form of severe trauma which can negatively affect nearly every organ system. Despite huge advances in the care of these patients, severe burns are still associated with high morbidity and mortality long term….. and due to long hospitalization, rehabilitation, and extensive scar treatment, severe burn injuries rank among the most expensive traumatic injuries with regard associated health care costs. They are also conditions where the early and effective emergency care we deliver can be incredibly impactful to outcomes, function and survivability. This month we look at the treatment and assessment of burns for emergency clinicians and paramedics. We also cover the evidence behind certain areas of practice, like do you get ECG changes from electrical burns? and which symptoms are most likely to be features of airway burns. Check out the article at www.generalbroadcast.org This Podcast is supported by GEEKY MEDICS. Check out their range of online revision material at www.geekymedics.com. Use code: ---> PARAMEDUCATE24 Use code: FIT24GB <--- for 10% off your ticket price

Renal colic is one of those conditions, that if you've had it you'll never forget it, and if you've seen it, you'll probably be able to recognise it the next time you come across it. However, it isn't without risks. Renal colic has several mimics which are life threatening emergencies, indeed the disease itself can have a wide spectrum of complications. This month we look at the diagnosis and assessment of nephrolithiasis, the management and who to refer patients to. Find the article and references at www.generalbroadcast.org.uk Email the podcast at: generalbroadcastpodcast@outlook.com Like what we do? Why not support us by buying us a Coffee: ko-fi.com/generalbroadcast Thanks to Geeky Medics for their support of the podcast. They're offering you 10% a 12 month subscription to the following products: OSCE stations, OSCE flashcards, ECG pack, and ABG pack. It also gives 10% discount on the clinical skills bundle which includes all of the above products. Just use the code: --> PARAMEDUCATE24 Use code: FIT24GB <--- for 10% off your ticket price

This month we look at managing hypoglycaemia, the perfect episode to listen to if you're just starting your educational journey as a student paramedic! But don't think this is only for newbies, theres loads of information in there for experienced medical students and qualified emergency practitioners alike. Learn about the physiology of Diabetes mellitus, how drugs like glucagon work as well as when we might need to consider refering a patient to the DVLA because of their hypo's. Find the article and references at www.generalbroadcast.org.uk. Email the podcast at: generalbroadcastpodcast@outlook.com Like what we do? Why not support us by buying us a Coffee: ko-fi.com/generalbroadcast Student paramedic, medical student or student nurse? or newly qualified and want to develop your managment of trauma patients? Checkout Foundations in Trauma Course 2024: - https://www.traumacare.org.uk/fit-course ---> Use code: FIT24GB <--- for 10% off your ticket price

This month we take a look at nitrate poisoning. It may not be the most common emergency case to present to prehospital clinicians, but cases of it do appear to be on the rise. So join us as we talk about methaemaglobinemia, safety on scene and protecting rescuers and the assessment and care of these patients. Find the article and references at www.generalbroadcast.org.uk

Cardiac arrest is a situation that as paramedics and ambulance staff we are well prepared for. However, training can sometimes be limited around return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC). What is post ROSC syndrome? How much adrenaline should we give to support blood pressure? and what is the latest evidence around theraputic hypothermia? This month we're looking at the phase after cardiac arrest, and how we as paramedics and emergency clinicians should be managing it. Find the article and our other episodes at www.generalbroadcast.org.uk