

Prolonged Field Care Podcast
Dennis
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This podcast and website is dedicated to the healthcare professional who needs to provide high quality care in a very austere location.
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This podcast and website is dedicated to the healthcare professional who needs to provide high quality care in a very austere location.
For more content: www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us on: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective
Episodes
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Feb 2, 2025 • 4min
Surviving a MASCAL: PFC Podcast 215: Surviving Chaos
MASCALs are always crazy...Trying being a patient in one. I had a great conversation with Max about his experience.
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
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For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
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Feb 1, 2025 • 2min
Making an Airway Decision. PFC Podcast: Airway Decision
What should be a straightforward decision...isn't.
Link to the full podcast:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Airway-Decisions-e2u0juk
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 31, 2025 • 49min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast: Airway Decisions
In this episode of the PFC podcast, Dr. Jim DeCanto, an experienced anesthesiologist, discusses the critical aspects of airway management in emergency situations. He emphasizes the importance of decision-making processes, assessing neurological status, and the necessity of proper planning and preparation for airway interventions. The conversation highlights the challenges faced in both hospital and pre-hospital settings, the significance of having the right equipment, and the need for practitioners to be confident in their skills. Dr. DeCanto shares valuable insights and advice for new practitioners in the field, stressing the importance of thorough assessments and timely interventions to ensure patient safety.
Takeaways
Airway management is a critical skill for anesthesiologists.
Decision-making in emergencies can be complex and requires a plan.
Assessing neurological status is crucial before airway interventions.
Proper planning and preparation can enhance confidence in emergency situations.
Communication with patients, even when unconscious, is important.
Practitioners must be ready to act when necessary, as no one else may be available.
Understanding the tools and techniques for airway management is essential.
Experience and continuous learning are key to improving skills in airway management.
Practitioners should not hesitate to perform necessary procedures when indicated.
Physical exams and clinical judgment are vital in emergency medicine.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Airway Management
03:05 Decision-Making in Emergency Situations
12:29 Assessing Neurological Status
20:40 Planning and Preparing for Airway Management
30:50 Clinical Decision-Making in Airway Management
41:21 Advice for New Practitioners
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 30, 2025 • 3min
MASCAL lives and dies by Triage. PFC Podcast 214: TCCC Updates
A successful MASCAL depends on your ability to Triage effectively.
Link to full podcast:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-214-TCCC-Updates-e2to67f
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 29, 2025 • 3min
Updates to Chest Management and Analgesia. PFC Podcast 214: TCCC Updates
Major changes coming soon to TCCC.
Link to full podcast:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-214-TCCC-Updates-e2to67f
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 28, 2025 • 4min
Why Resuscitation before decompression? PFC Podcast 214: TCCC Updates
Why are they changing MARCH to Resus before managing the Chest?
Link to full podcast:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-214-TCCC-Updates-e2to67f
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 27, 2025 • 42min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast 214: TCCC Updates
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and John discuss the ongoing updates and changes within the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) guidelines. They delve into the role of the TTC Committee, the importance of literature reviews in developing algorithms for trauma care, and the proposed changes to the March algorithm, emphasizing the need for resuscitation before decompression. The conversation also covers the overhaul of the analgesic section, the recommendations for antibiotics, and the role of TXA in treating hemorrhagic shock. Additionally, they touch on the significance of triage in mass casualty situations and the future directions of the committee's work.
Takeaways
TCCC is continuously updated to reflect new research.
Resuscitation should be prioritized over decompression in trauma care.
The March algorithm may undergo significant changes to improve outcomes.
Analgesic options are being re-evaluated due to supply issues.
Rocephin is being recommended as a primary antibiotic.
TXA is crucial for managing hemorrhagic shock in trauma patients.
Triage protocols are essential for effective mass casualty management.
The committee is open to innovative ideas and solutions.
Training and education are vital for implementing new guidelines.
Future meetings will focus on finalizing and voting on proposed changes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the PFC Podcast
02:46 Understanding the TTC Committee and Its Role
06:06 Literature Review and Algorithm Development
09:00 Resuscitation vs. Decompression in Trauma Care
12:07 Proposed Changes to the March Algorithm
15:06 Analgesic Section Overhaul and Alternatives
18:09 Antibiotic Recommendations and Changes
20:54 TXA and Its Role in Hemorrhagic Shock
23:51 Triage in Mass Casualty Situations
26:45 Future Directions and Upcoming Votes
30:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 26, 2025 • 3min
Major changes to TCCC coming. PFC Podcast 214: TCCC Updates
Posting tomorrow...John gives us a behind the curtain look at upcoming TCCC updates.
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 26, 2025 • 4min
Focus on the BASICS and help as many as you can. PFC Podcast: Rethinking Triage
Knowing the basics and how to apply them rapidly, will allow you to help far more people.
Link to full podcast:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Rethinking-Triage-e2tljum
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care

Jan 25, 2025 • 4min
Future wars and prepping for Ultra-MASCAL: PFC Podcast: Rethinking Triage
How do you prepare for something of this scale?
Link to full podcast:
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Rethinking-Triage-e2tljum
Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.
deltadevteam.com
For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org
Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care


