[Electrocardiograms: derived derivations!] / Électrocardiogramme : la dérive des dérivations !

Simple and non-invasive, the electrocardiogram is a basic examination for studying how the cardiac muscle functions. Very commonly used, it nonetheless requires great rigour when applying the electrodes to avoid false results that can be harmful to appropriate care for the patient. A reminder of good practices.

[Use of the intraosseous infusion device in the resuscitation ambulances of the Paris fire brigade]. / Dispositif de perfusion intra-osseuse dans les ambulances de réanimation de la brigade de sapeurs-pompiers de Paris.

In the Paris Fire Brigade, in the context of cardiac arrest, the nurses have the greatest reported experience of intraosseous infusion. The adverse events reported are rare, given that the procedure is performed on patients in absolute emergency. All these elements are in favour of discussing a redefinition of the practice of intraosseous infusion by nurses in the specific context of immediate life-saving emergencies.