Pernice's Rescue Training

02/18/2025

Respiratory acidosis occurs when the lungs can't remove enough carbon dioxide (CO2) from the body, leading to an accumulation of CO2 in the blood. This results in a decrease in blood pH, making it more acidic.

02/18/2025

Anatomy of an Asthma Attack
During an asthma attack air flow is mainly restricted in one direction. When the patient inhales, the expanding lungs exert an outward pull, increasing the diameter of the airway and allowing air to enter the lungs. During exhalation, however, the opposite occurs and the stale air becomes trapped in the lungs. This requires the patient to exhale the air forcefully, producing the wheezing sound associated with asthma.

02/12/2025

A helpful little chart.

02/10/2025

Peritonitis occurs when the peritoneum becomes inflamed, usually due to infection or bleeding. This inflammation can be caused by various factors, such as a rupture in the gastrointestinal tract, perforated appendix, or trauma to the abdomen.

The hallmark signs of peritonitis include abdominal pain, distention, rigidity, vomiting, and rebound tenderness. The abdomen may feel tender to the touch, and the patient may experience a decrease or absence of bowel sounds.

01/13/2025

Learn Two Steps to Save a Life

01/09/2025

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01/06/2025

01/01/2025

Have a happy & healthy New Year year!!!