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Back to Basics
by Chris Seitz, MD and Jason Seitz, EMT-P, RN
GuardianMD and Guardian Test Prep are dedicated to helping students prepare for and pass the NREMT. Our Back to Basics podcast was created to make what are sometimes complex medical topics easy to understand and retain for students of emergency medicine. Learn more about GuardianMD at www.guardianmd.com
Episodes
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Lab Interpretation - Part 2
In this episode, Chris and Jason walk through major panels like the CBC, CMP, coags, and more, offering practical takeaways for real-world care.
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Lab Interpretation - Part 1
In this episode, Chris and Jason explore how to think systemically about lab results, looking beyond isolated values to spot trends, patterns, and what the body is really saying. The first half focuses on common pitfalls with “normal” labs and how to apply clinical reasoning. The second half…
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Putting the FUN in FUNctional Medicine - Part 2
Chris and Jason discuss traditional vs functional medicine and what role functional medicine is taking in traditional healthcare.
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Putting the FUN in FUNctional Medicine - Part 1
Chris and Jason discuss traditional vs functional medicine and what role functional medicine is taking in traditional healthcare.
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Airway Access - Part 2
This is part 2 our the Airway Access podcast. Everyone who has taken a CPR course or dabbled in the most elementary medical courses has learned the ABCs, understanding that airway access for ventilatory management plays a pivotal role in patient outcomes. In this course, the Seitz brothers will...
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Airway Access - Part 1
Everyone who has taken a CPR course or dabbled in the most elementary medical courses has learned the ABCs, understanding that airway access for ventilatory management plays a pivotal role in patient outcomes. In this course, the Seitz brothers will review the anatomy of the upper and lower…
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Foundation of Stroke and Stroke Recognition
Stroke affects 795,000 Americans each year and is the 2nd leading cause of death and 3rd leading cause of death & disability combined worldwide. Globally, Stroke also results in over $721 billion in annual cost and $53 billion in US annual cost between 2017 and 2018. Stroke is an important area…
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Big changes at Guardian and Back to Basics - Dec 2023 Update
I promise you we haven’t been asleep at the switch and will be bringing you quite a bit of content very soon. Some of which I’ll allow you to peek behind the curtain with me and get a snippet of today. So buckle up for the next couple minutes to find out what new things are coming to Guardian…
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“11 out of 10” - Pain Management
“How would you rate your pain today on a scale of 1 to 10?” Answer: “11/10” We hear it all the time, and as providers can be quick to judge claims of severe pain as lies to gain opiates, or overreactions to illicit faster care. The truth of the matter is that pain is a symptom that is…
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Antibiotics and the Threat of Antibiotic Resistance
Ever wonder how Antibiotics work? How do they differ from Antivirals? If they're so great, why don’t we just always take or prescribe them so we don’t get sick? Is Antibiotic resistance a real threat? Well, we hope you wonder about these things because that’s what Jason spent all week researching...
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support Part 2
Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a staple training in the medical industry and for good reason. Its algorithms teach comprehensive and effective responses for the most common types of cardiac emergencies. Join Chris and Jason in this episode as they take the “A” in ACLS back to “B” Part 2 of 2
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support Part 1
Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a staple training in the medical industry and for good reason. Its algorithms teach comprehensive and effective responses for the most common types of cardiac emergencies. Join Chris and Jason in this episode as they take the “A” in ACLS back to “B” Part 1 of 2
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"Everybody’s Doing It” - Bowel Elimination and Why it Matters
In this rather Crappy episode, Chris and Jason talk about Bowel elimination, and why we should be paying close attention to it. The GI system plays an important role in maintaining our body's health, and when things go wrong you and your patients may find yourself in deep doody. Glove up, plug…
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"Breaking Bad Badly" - Meth and Other Non-Opioid Illicit Drugs
"Breaking Bad Badly" - Meth and Other Non-Opioid Illicit Drugs
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Episode II “Force Injuries”
May the 4th be with you. Always.
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Sepsis - "The Sickest Syndrome"
We’ve all experienced an infection in our lives, but what happens if we can’t kick it? Today the Seitz brothers cover our bodies' overwhelming and life-threatening response to infection, known as sepsis. Why does it happen? How can we assess for it? Who is at risk? What do we do when we discover...
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"Ringing Your Bell" - Concussions and Head Injuries
Put your helmet on for this one folks! In this episode, Jason and Chris cover Traumatic Brain Injuries. What's the difference between a concussion, a subdural hematoma, and intracranial hemorrhage? Can you go to sleep after suffering a concussion? What happens inside his brain when Jason spends…
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50th Anniversary Episode
Back to Basics has turned 50! These last two years have been an adventure and we are glad you joined us for the journey. In this episode, Chris and Jason discuss how Back 2 Basics started and what the future holds. As always, we look forward to hearing your feedback on the podcast and topics you...
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C02 and You - Capnography
End Tidal C02 is one of the most underrated vital signs out there. We’ve ignored this useful tool long enough. Join Jason and Chris as they describe how using this simple device can improve your understanding of your patient's respiratory physiology, acid/base balance, and even improve your...
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Basic Life Support
BLS - all providers need it, but do we really know it, or is it just a class we snooze through every two years? Basic Life Support is quite literally the foundation of life-saving techniques that all providers should be not just acquainted with but know thoroughly. In this episode, the Seitz...
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Back to Basics and EMS20/20 Pacing/Pressor Pressure
The crossover event of the century! In this episode Back to Basics and EMS 20/20 combine all of their medical zords into one giant medical megazord of knowledge and fun. Back to Basics hosts Dr. Seitz and Jason join their good friends Chris Pfingstein and Spencer Oliver from EMS 20/20 to review a...
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46 - Pneumothoraces
In this episode, Jason and Chris walk you through the lungs and when they collapse. Not the balloon you might think, the spongy tissue of the lungs “collapses” when air enters the pleural space between the outer layers of the lung tissue. Whether these layers remind you of a pillow case, a hot...
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The Future of Medical Assessment with Virtual Reality
VRpatients takes healthcare education to a new level with their virtual reality patient care platform. In this episode, Chris and Jason run through a few virtual reality scenarios and discuss how VR can provide more comprehensive training for healthcare professionals.
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Body Betrayed - Neuromuscular Disorders
In this episode, the Seitz brothers cover Neuromuscular disorders. Well, really more peripheral nervous system disorders and degenerative neurological disorders that affect the peripheral nervous system and motor function, but who can fit all that into a title? Lots of Venn Diagram discussion…
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"Mind-Trap" Psych Conditions
This time, the Seitz brothers travel into the mind to define psych conditions. While you may not diagnose these conditions, recognizing their symptoms can help you have a better understanding of your patients and lead them to a healthier, happier life.
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Diabetes
In this sweet episode, Jason and Chris review the ins and outs of how your body reacts to and produces glucose and insulin to keep you from being sour. Learn how Diabetes affects the body, and how to adequately treat low and high sugar emergencies in the field.
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You Can't Handle the Truth - Medical Legal
In this episode, Chris and Jason go over the legal principles and terminology you need to know to be able to safely administer care to your patients. Protect your patients and your own health, privacy, and dignity by making sure you're adhering to the laws designed to help providers do their job.
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STD's - Love Bugs
In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about sexually transmitted diseases. Learn how they are transmitted, how to identify when they are life-threatening, and what first responders need to know about treating them.
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Cardiac Medications
Diving into the most common types of cardiac medications, Jason and Chris discuss the value of understanding the medications you may not use in the field, but your patients use at home. Familiarizing yourself with these meds and how they can affect your treatments is invaluable to delivering...
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Burn Basics - Too Hot to Handle
In this episode, Chris and Jason discuss how you get burned, what a burn is, the severity of the trauma, how to treat it, and the pathophysiology of burns. Once an EMS provider understands the pathophysiology they will better understand why a particular treatment makes sense.
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Fluid Resuscitation
In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about the nuances of fluid resuscitation. Is over-resuscitation a rational fear, or with the right tools and knowledge can providers deliver the right fluid at the right time to better patient outcomes?
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Sports Injuries
In this episode special guest star (and Jason's good friend) Chris Perrin joins Jason to discuss Sports Injuries. Chris' experience as an athletic trainer lends a hand as they share knowledge on how to help athletes and accident-prone average joes.
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Cold Emergencies
Extremes of temperature can affect the body in many ways. Cold emergencies occur when body systems reach a temperature in which they can no longer tolerate, leading to damage to cells and bodily functions. In this episode of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason discuss the most common and...
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EMS License Test Taking Tips
It's hard enough getting through EMT and Medic School, and then you are challenged with passing the NREMT exam. With a low passing rate, this exam can be a stressor for a lot of newly graduated EMT and Medic students. Luckily, Guardian Test Prep is an expert in taking and passing the NREMT! In…
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Pediatrics Part 3 - Shock
In this episode of the Back to Basics podcast, Chris and Jason complete their three part series on Pediatric Assessment and Resuscitation. Part 1 covered the systematic approach to assessing a Pediatric patient, and Part 2 reviewed the systematic investigation and treatment of respiratory...
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Pediatrics Part 2 - Respiratory Emergencies
The second part in our Pediatric series covers the assessment strategies needed to recognize respiratory emergencies in children. We cover the systematic evaluation and management of children suffering from respiratory emergencies to better prepare the first responder for handling pediatrics in…
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Pediatrics Part 1 - Assessment
EMS first responders will run on far less Pediatric patients compared to Adults during their career. Because of this, it can be difficult to remember that children are not just small adults, but require slightly different assessment and treatment protocols. In this episode, Chris and Jason…
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Ask us Anything Round 2
Its been a few months and we want to open up the podcast to you so that you can ask us all of your questions! Whether they are medical, personal, spiritual, or inappropriate, nothing is off limits and Jason will answer it.
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Is POCUS Hocus?
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is an exciting new technology being evaluated in the EMS space for use by Paramedics and EMS professionals on the road. However, does the research support the use of POCUS in the field? What types of diagnostic exams with the ultrasound have proven to be effective...
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Taking a look at Acute Vision Loss
A patient who experiences sudden vision loss may be suffering from a number of pathologies. How can the first responder in the field assess and diagnose potentially dangerous conditions that cause these types of symptoms? In this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason discuss some of the most...
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EMS Medical Direction - How are we doing?
EMS Medical Direction is a critical component of every EMS system. The NAEMT, ACEP, and NAAEMSP all help define what high quality EMS Medical Direction should look like. But how are we doing in implementing their guidelines? In this Episode of Back to Basics we discuss the role of the EMS Medical...
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - COPD
Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis together make up COPD. These are obstructive lung diseases like asthma, but what differentiates Emphysema from Chronic Bronchitis? Do your patients always have both? Find out in this episode of Back to Basics! We also have a big announcement! Soon we will be...
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Pirate Emergencies - Protecting your Booty
Happy International Talk Like a Pirate day! In this episode, Chris and Jason honor the holiday by covering a topic not often addressed in primary emergency education...Pirate Emergencies. Would you be able to take care of a pirate in the field? Everything from scurvy to gangrene, listen in to…
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A deeper look at Asthma
You probably see asthma everyday on the job. A common disorder, asthma is something that healthcare professionals typically feel comfortable treating and feel that they have a good understanding of. In this episode, however, Chris and Jason argue that maybe we don't know as much about asthma as…
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High Altitude Illness: High and Not-So Mighty
We touched base on what can happen at depth under the water in our Dive Emergencies episode, but what happens if we head in the opposite direction? High altitude illness is divided into three presentations: Acute Mountain Sickness (the most common), high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and High...
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Rhabdomyolysis
Rhabdomyolysis, the destruction of muscle tissue, leading to risk of systemic complications, can be caused from a number of traumatic and non-traumatic mechanisms. Rhabdomyolysis is a confusing pathology to understand, and involves a fairly deep knowledge level of how the muscle cell works. In…
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Organophosphate Poisoning
Would you know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of organophosphate poisoning? Do you know the treatments and how they work? Is it common? Chris and Jason answer these questions and more on Episode 21 of the Back to Basics podcast! Whether you're a student, educator or advanced provider,...
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Compartment Syndrome
Compartment syndrome is a limb, and potentially life-threatening condition. But would you be able to recognize it in the field? And how do you treat the condition emergently? In Episode 20 of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason answer these questions and more! Studying for the NREMT? Check out our…
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Understanding Priapism.....It's not that hard
We've all heard that if you have an erection lasting more than 4 hours you need to seek medical attention. But how come? A painful erection is called Priapism, and in this episode of Back to Basics, Chris and Jason discuss the pathophysiology behind the condition as well as what first responders...
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Delivery - Try not to drop it
The idea of delivering a baby can be daunting. Luckily, most of the time all you have to do is not drop it! But when things do go wrong you also need to know how to intervene. In this episode, Chris and Jason review the normal aspects of delivery as well as the simple steps you can take when…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
GuardianMD and Guardian Test Prep are dedicated to helping students prepare for and pass the NREMT. Our Back to Basics podcast was created to make what are sometimes complex medical topics easy to understand and retain for students of emergency medicine. Learn more about GuardianMD at www.guardianmd.com
HOSTED BY
Chris Seitz, MD and Jason Seitz, EMT-P, RN
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