From the Heartland to the Hospital

Summary: "From the Heartland to the Hospital" is an insightful review focusing on the critical period between when a trauma incident occurs and when emergency medical services (EMS) or the patient arrives at the emergency department. This review covers best practices, challenges, and strategies for improving outcomes during this crucial time frame. It will explore topics such as first responder actions, bystander interventions, and the coordination between EMS and hospital teams to ensure timely and effective care.

Objectives: After this training, participants will be able to:

- Understand critical decision-making using the "Risk vs. Benefit" approach
- Review components of the stages of shock
- Solve significant bleeding scenarios
- Review the system of healthcare from the incident to definitive care

Intended Audience: Farmers, ranchers, ag producers, farm family members, Extension staff, rural and ag community members, EMS personnel, rural healthcare providers

Robby Rhembrandt FP-C, CCP-C, TP-C, C-NPT, CP-C

Founder

Life First Learning

Robby Rhembrandt comes to us with over 20 years of emergency medicine experience. His career has been distinguished by various roles from the Fire Service to Air Medical transport. Robby is among a few select paramedics worldwide who posses four or more board certifications. Spending his whole life in Western Nebraska he understands the crucial dynamic of rural emergency care and treatment.