🫀 WPW is typically characterized by shortened PR intervals, prolonged QRS complex, and accompanied by a delta wave, the slurred upstroke of the R wave. Accessory pathways allow for electrical impulses to bypass normal physiological conduction pathways of the heart. 💉 Reentrant tachycardias may respond different to typical pharmacological treatments. ⛔️Blocking AV conduction could exacerbate the accessory pathway and lead to worsening cardiac rhythms, like ventricular fibrillation, when treating conditions like atrial fibrillation with WPW. ⚡️ Remember, when in doubt, electricity is Class I therapy. What is your rationale when treating patients with suspected WPW?

💥 Anion gap = Na - (Cl + HCO3) Bicarb isn’t low… it’s being pushed out of the way. When acids (like ketones, lactate, toxins) show up, bicarb drops because it’s buffering the problem, not causing it. Low bicarb isn’t the issue, it’s the clue! 🔍 GOLDMARK helps explain the why behind the gap, because if we’re chasing the bicarb, we’re probably missing the diagnosis. What’s your approach to anion gap acidosis?

‼️ New class in Studio! Hypoglycemia is a common and potentially life-threatening condition in prehospital care. This course reviews the underlying physiology, causes, and clinical presentation of low blood glucose, as well as the proper use of a glucometer in the field. Learners will focus on accurate sampling, device limitations, and interpretation of readings in real-world scenarios. Case-based examples will reinforce how to recognize hypoglycemia early and use glucose data to guide treatment decisions. Not a Studio member, FOAMfrat Studio Offers: ✅ CAPCE & ANCC Accredited ✅ 200+ Hours of Content ✅ Critical Care Module ✅ Live Classes Monday - Friday ✅ IBSC FP-C / CCP-C 40 & 100 Hour Refresher ✅ Credential Tracking & Management Not a FOAMfrat Studio member? Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cBDs1r

What if the most important clues were right in front of us… and we missed them? This is a first look at FOAMfrat’s upcoming documentary, produced by Bryony Gilbey, Vital Signs: Frontline Forensics. Every day, clinicians step into environments most people will never see. Homes. Streets. Ambulances. Moments of crisis. But hidden within those moments are stories that often go unrecognized… signs of abuse, trafficking, and violence that may never be identified. This film explores a critical gap in healthcare education. The space between treating the patient and recognizing the story behind the injuries. Because for many victims, that first interaction with a clinician may be the only chance anyone has to see what is really happening. Featuring real voices from EMS, forensic nursing, and law enforcement, this documentary challenges how we think about patient care, scene awareness, and our role in the bigger picture. 🎬 Full documentary coming to FOAMfrat Studio in April. www.foamfrat.com

New FOAMfrat Studio Live Class! Check out our newest live class CRM, both morning and afternoon classes! Not a Studio member, FOAMfrat Studio Offers: ✅ CAPCE & ANCC Accredited ✅ 200+ Hours of Content ✅ Critical Care Module ✅ Live Classes Monday - Friday ✅ IBSC FP-C / CCP-C 40 & 100 Hour Refresher ✅ Credential Tracking & Management Not a FOAMfrat Studio member? Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cBDs1r

Check out this week's FOAMfrat Studio live class schedule, including 2️⃣ classes! Not a Studio member, FOAMfrat Studio Offers: ✅ CAPCE & ANCC Accredited ✅ 200+ Hours of Content ✅ Critical Care Module ✅ Live Classes Monday - Friday ✅ IBSC FP-C / CCP-C 40 & 100 Hour Refresher ✅ Credential Tracking & Management Not a FOAMfrat Studio member? Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cBDs1r

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Cormack-Lehane (CL) Classification