{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Neonates - Anthony Iacolucci","description":"Neonates are one of the most feared patient populations in EMS\u2014and for good reason. In this episode, Zach Cantor talks with Anthony Iacolucci, a pediatric respiratory therapist and paramedic, about how to confidently approach neonatal calls. Anthony introduces NEO SECRETS, a practical acronym covering the top 10 causes of neonatal illness, and offers insight into assessment, common pitfalls, and key treatment considerations. NEO SECRETS Breakdown:     \u2022    N \u2013 Inborn errors of metabolism     \u2022    E \u2013 Electrolyte abnormalities     \u2022    O \u2013 Overdose or toxic exposure     \u2022    S \u2013 Sepsis (the leading cause of neonatal mortality)     \u2022    E \u2013 Endocrine crisis (e.g., hypoglycemia, adrenal insufficiency)     \u2022    C \u2013 Cardiac conditions (cyanotic vs. acyanotic presentations)     \u2022    R \u2013 Recipe or formula mishaps (e.g., dilution errors leading to hyponatremia)     \u2022    E \u2013 Enteric emergencies (e.g., malrotation with volvulus, gastroenteritis)     \u2022    T \u2013 Trauma, including accidental and non-accidental injuries     \u2022    S \u2013 Seizures (often subtle and hard to recognize in neonates)   Key Takeaways:     \u2022    Neonates are not small adults or even small pediatric patients\u2014they are physiologically distinct and highly vulnerable.     \u2022    Early identification of sepsis, cardiac issues, and metabolic errors can save lives.     \u2022    Paramedics should rely on strong assessment skills, detailed history-taking, and high suspicion for uncommon causes.     \u2022    Videos, glucose checks, pre-ductal saturations, and detailed caregiver interviews are essential field tools.     \u2022    Understanding neonatal physiology, presentation timelines, and risk factors improves both confidence and outcomes.   Why Listen: If you\u2019ve ever felt unprepared when faced with a neonatal call, this episode provides a clear, practical, and memorable guide to the top threats to neonates\u2014and how to recognize and respond to them in the field.   ","author_name":"Critical Levels","author_url":"http:\/\/www.criticallevels.ca","html":"