Re: Sternal IO

["Eddie Rivers" <erivers@swfd.org>]

In our protocols we are using it for patients of a GCS of 5 or less after an
IV has been attempted without success.  FAST does not recommend it to be
used in patients with tissue trauma to site.

Eddie Rivers
EMS Coordinator
South Walton Fire District
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dan Ceresa" <daceresa@penn.com>
To: <flightmed@flightweb.com>
Sent: Monday, February 18, 2002 10:21 AM
Subject: Sternal IO


>     I know not too long ago there was discussion on the FAST 1 Sternal
> IO device, as I recall most users expressed satisfaction with the
> product. I would like examples of your protocols for use of the device,
> also I have read in the product info, that burns are a contraindication
> to its use. Is this relative or absolute contraindication?, seems to me
> in extensive 2nd and 3rd degrees burns this would be an avenue to
> consider. Please reply to daceresa@penn.com, Thanks for any response.
>
> Dan Ceresa
> Flight Paramedic
>
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