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Course Type: Full-length Course
Duration: 60

Crash Course in Toxicology: Five Deadly Overdoses to Know

Course Description

Overdoses are not an unusual reason for EMS calls. While the vast majority will do well with supportive care, there are certain overdoses with the potential for sudden deterioration and death if they are not managed aggressively. We will discuss five overdoses that every EMS provider should know and arm them with the knowledge to save these patients if they encounter them.

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