Notas del episodio
Ep 5: Malfunction Junction – Pathophysiology
Mike and Jonathan (flying the “missing man formation” without Max) dive into the toughest class yet: pathophysiology. They tackle the foundational concepts of how the body’s systems work together, what happens when they fail, and why understanding compensation and perfusion is critical for EMTs.
From heart and lungs working in tandem, to the different types of shock, to how children compensate differently than adults, this episode connects classroom theory to real-world EMS. Jonathan also brings in practical field experience and an EMT instructor’s tip on how students can succeed in class.
Episode Breakdown
09:43 – Medical Term of the Week: Compensation
13:17 – Cardiovascular & respiratory systems in balance
22:53 – Compensation vs. decompensation in patients
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