Poison Control Interactions – CME

Presented by: CT Poison Control

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Image result for CT Poison control interactionsDate: Monday, June 24, 2019

Time: 1800-2000

Location: Stratford EMS Headquarters, 2712 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615

Cost: There is no cost for this training session

CME: 2.0 hours (SHCGB) – LCCR

Lecturer: Amy Hanoian-Fontana, M.A., EMT-B, Community Education Specialist – CT Poison Control

 

Description:  It is important for EMS/Dispatch to know when to call the poison center as oftentimes, such a call can save lives, prevent unnecessary emergency room visits, and expedite treatment. This two (2) hour CME will cover:

  • Poison Center basics and more including our services, roles, etc.
  • Education – programs available to public and professionals
  • Data – Connecticut-specific poisoning stats and typical calls
  • Pre-hospital poisonings, trends, and treatment for EMS
  • Red flags – poisons that you should pay attention to, need treatment and transport via EMS.

Audience: All levels of EMS and First responder, Dispatchers

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

To register for this CME, please click one of the links below or visit our website: www.stratfordems.org.  There is no cost for this CME session.

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