Introduction Peripheral vascular access is an important emergency department (ED) technician (EDT) responsibility that involves cannulation of a peripheral vein for blood sample collection or medication, fluid, or contrast administration….
Introduction The term stroke refers to a spectrum of conditions affecting the brain’s vasculature that can lead to sudden brain tissue compromise and ultimately brain tissue death. An acute stroke…
Anatomy of the Respiratory System The primary function of the respiratory system is gas exchange. Oxygen is absorbed by the body from inspired air, and carbon dioxide is removed from…
Introduction Symptoms such as abdominal pain; nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; or painful, decreased, or increased urination are some of the most common emergency department (ED) patient complaints. These symptoms can be…
The endocrine system is a complex, coordinated, and highly regulated system that helps the body adapt to its constantly changing metabolic needs. One major endocrine-related disease, diabetes mellitus, is frequently…
Introduction The emergency department (ED) technician (EDT) plays a critical role in the initial assessment, triage, workup, and management of patients with cardiac complaints. This chapter provides a framework for…
Introduction Point-of-care (POC) testing is a term used to describe diagnostic testing that is performed in the patient’s unit rather than in the hospital’s central lab or outside reference lab….
A systematic approach for the evaluation of a newly arrived ED patient will allow the emergency department (ED) technician to properly evaluate and help prioritize the patient. The ED technician…
Team Dynamics in the Emergency Department Team dynamics play a vital role in the emergency department (ED) because teamwork and coordination allow for the highest-quality care possible. Individual skills are…
