In the October 2024 JRCALC Clinical update, Drowning and Overdose and Poisoning in Adults and Children have been fully reviewed and updated. Maternity updates include Imminent Birth and Cord Prolapse, which now sits as its own tile on the app, along with the introduction of the brand new Pre-hospital Maternity Decision Tool.
Overview
Dr, Alison Walker, Chair of JRCALC and Executive Medical Director at West Midlands Ambulance Service, provides an overview below. Key updates include:
- Overview and Poisoning in Adults and Children
- Dexamethasone
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
- Anaphylaxis and use of ipratropium
- Spinal injury and spinal cord injury
Maternity Care updates
Camella Main, Susie Rhind and Dawn Kerslake led the guideline update groups which have undertaken a full review and update of Imminent Birth and Cord Prolapse, as well as creating the new Pre-hospital Maternity Decision Tool. Watch their video to find out more.
Drowning
This guideline, previously titled ‘Immersion and Drowning’, has undergone a full review and update. Paddy Morgan, Pre-hospital Critical Care Doctor, Consultant Anaesthetist and HM Coastguard Medical Director, shares more information.
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