
Episode 5: Epi, Bicarb, and Narcan! Oh, My! With Dr. Jeff Jarvis
EMS Avenger Podcast
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The Controversy of Narcan in Cardiac Arrest
This chapter explores the contentious role of Narcan in treating cardiac arrest, focusing on conflicting studies about its efficacy in improving survival rates. The speakers discuss the challenges of accurately documenting opioid overdoses and the implications of demographic differences in research outcomes. Additionally, they address the complexities involved in decision-making during emergencies and the necessity for more robust clinical trials to better understand Narcan's effectiveness.
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