EZ-IO Drill

[Quakefire]

I just saw one used for the first time during my practicum. We used it on a code who we couldn't find a vein on. It was in literally within 20 seconds, we pushed drugs through it, and even in the ER they didn't bother with a IV, just lots of fluid on a pressure infuser and drugs into the IO (proximal tib) I was amazed how well it worked.

[badmedicine]

The service I work for was the test site for these IO drills in our state. I must say I loved them, but just like we used in peds they should be a last option.

As earlier stated be kind to your alert Pts. use lido.