Why do we use morphine in cardiac cases?

Published: May 5, 2023, 1:58 p.m.

Jon Lee joins the podcast to discuss following the evidence and pharmacology research insights\nThis episode of Inside EMS is brought to you by Lexipol, the experts in policy, training, wellness support and grants assistance for first responders and government leaders. To learn more, visit\xa0lexipol.com.\nIn this episode, one of Chris Cebollero\u2019s favorite authors, Jonathan Lee, joins Chris for a discussion of his most recent article, a research analysis examining the benefits of midazolam vs. morphine.\nWhile morphine is the go-to drug when it comes to cardiac events, once you look at the research, there are some red flags, Lee notes.\nLee\u2019s analysis focused on\nThe in-hospital mortality had no significant difference between midazolam versus morphine\nThe frequency of serious adverse events in using morphine versus\nListen in to the discussion.\nResources mentioned in this episode\nJonathan Lee: Front-line pharm \nKinderMedic\nResearch analysis: Midazolam vs. morphine\nAbout our guest\nJonathan Lee is a critical care paramedic with Ornge in Toronto, Canada, with over 25 years of experience in 911, critical care, aeromedical and pediatric critical care transport. Jonathan\u2019s teaching experience includes classroom, clinical and field education as well as curriculum development and design across a number of health professions.\nHe is currently delivering\xa0KinderMedic, a program he developed to improve the confidence and competence of prehospital providers caring for acutely ill children. In addition to his clinical practice, he is also adjunct faculty in the Paramedic Program at Georgian College. Jonathan is a freelance author and has been invited to speak across North America and Europe on topics such as pediatrics, analgesia and stress.\nJonathan has previously served on committees for professional organizations including the Ontario Paramedic Association and NAEMT. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Critical Care from Cardiff University. Jonathan can be contacted via\xa0Twitter\xa0and\xa0LinkedIn.\nRate and review Inside EMS\nEnjoying the show? Please take a moment to\xa0rate and review us on\xa0Apple Podcasts.\xa0Contact the Inside EMS team at\xa0theshow@ems1.com\xa0to share ideas, suggestions and feedback, or if you\u2019d like to join us as a guest.\nCatch a new episode every Friday on\xa0Apple\xa0Podcasts,\xa0YouTube,\xa0PodBean,\xa0Amazon Music,\xa0Stitcher,\xa0Spotify, and\xa0RSS feed.