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Nail In The Neck: The Operation

The Trauma Pro

We’ve made sure that our victim of the nail gun to the neck did not need an emergent operation. This patient was taken to the operating room. The classic operation would have been to make an incision along the sternocleidomastoid on the right side. How do we get it out of there? Therefore, it must be removed from the right side.

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Bloodborne Pathogen Exposures Continue in Operating Room Settings

NIOSH Science Blog

Despite legislation and improved technology, data from Massachusetts hospitals show that sharps injuries have increased in the operating room (OR) [1]. There is an urgent need to renew efforts to protect healthcare workers inside the operating room.

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Bell Textron revolutionizes parapublic operations with New 429

Emergency Live

The integration of four Bell 429 helicopters promises a qualitative leap in safety and rescue missions in the Middle East A Strategic Renewal for Parapublic Operations The recent acquisition of four Bell 429 helicopters destined for parapublic operations in the Middle East marks a significant turning point for intervention forces.

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The evolution of operations centers in emergencies

Emergency Live

In this […] The post The evolution of operations centers in emergencies appeared first on Emergency Live. Their role is of vital importance to ensure effective emergency management, coordinating available resources and directing field interventions.

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Laura Magner Named Chief Operating Officer at CoreMedical Group

Core Medical Group

Laura Magner has been named the new Chief Operating Officer for CoreMedical Group, a national healthcare staffing agency based in Manchester, NH.

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Hypnosis in the operating room: a new study on its effectiveness

Emergency Live

Therefore, reducing the consumption of these drugs limits associated side effects (nausea, […] The post Hypnosis in the operating room: a new study on its effectiveness appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Assault on 118 operators: a safety alert

Emergency Live

Fortunately, they managed […] The post Assault on 118 operators: a safety alert appeared first on Emergency Live. Responding to an emergency call, the responders were assaulted with sticks.