The Off Shift Podcast by EMSconnect
The Off Shift Podcast by EMSconnect is where first responders continue the conversation after the call.
Hosted by EMS educator Shaun Pitts, each episode brings together paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, physicians, educators, and industry leaders to explore the topics that shape our profession. From clinical medicine and patient care to leadership, mental health, education, career development, and the realities of life in emergency services, we cover the conversations that happen when the radios are quiet.
Whether you’re on your commute, between calls, or finally enjoying some time off, you’ll leave every episode with practical insights, fresh perspectives, and ideas you can take back to your next shift.
Because learning doesn’t stop when the call ends.
The Off Shift Podcast by EMSconnect. Real conversations. Better providers. Stronger responders.
The Off Shift Podcast by EMSconnect
BLS Provider Essentials: Abdominal Emergencies
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In this episode of EMSconnect On Shift, Shaun Pitts dives deep into one of the most common—and most challenging—calls in EMS: abdominal pain. From appendicitis to pancreatitis, this discussion explores the anatomy, physiology, and assessment strategies behind those mysterious belly aches that can quickly turn critical.
You’ll learn how to distinguish between somatic, visceral, parietal, and referred pain, sharpen your patient assessment skills, and walk through a real-world case that tests your differential diagnosis and decision-making under pressure.
Whether you’re a new EMT or a seasoned EMT, this episode will help you fine-tune your approach, focus on identifying the degree of threat—not the exact diagnosis, and confidently manage abdominal complaints in the field.
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