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Barre mentioned in one of his posts that learning to start IVs and giving IV fluid would be part of his farmacy emergency kit. Where do you buy IV and fluid supplies? Many of the websites I’ve looked at require a physician’s license. I have the skills but lack the materials and products. Also, can we have a discussion about electrolyte imbalances that can cause acidosis in an emergency setting? I’m learning a lot through the bioterrain videos, but I’m very aware of my knowledge deficits as I try to make my mind over from the Western medicine paradigm that I was raised in. Could you clarify how to maintaining acid/ base balance in emergency situations such as DKA or acute detox symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea? I’m wondering: is there are any at-home emergency readiness considerations that could be shared? This is up for me since this past month I had a cow who I treated for “milk fever” (low calcium) with IV and subcutaneous CMPK. She had neurological symptoms and her temp was dropping. Thankfully one of my friends had the supplies on hand, and I was able to start an IV and get her up and moving. The next week her calf scoured and started having signs of dehydration, and I found an oral product that combined probiotics, electrolytes and clay which got him feeling better in a couple days. It got me thinking, what if this developed in humans and we didn’t have the hospital as a resource? I was so used to lab results and electrolyte replenishment protocols in the ER/ ICU setting. I realize that I need to get smarter. Am I on the right track by learning about Reams Biological Theory of Ionization? Thanks.

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[barre]

Hey M & G

Thanks for your great input. I’m working on a podcast series for this … perhaps for our alternate Offgrid Elegance channel that Deb & I will be developing more this season. It’s a big learning curve for many, so the first point of order is to develop a mindset sans disinformation to understand intervention options that otherwise would be unavailable. Fluid replacement skills and other life-saving basics can be learned, but carry a great responsibility to know the consequences if mistakes are made. That being said, as our institutions continue to erode making services less available it’s incumbent on each of us to evolve these skillsets. We’ll also be developing a resource list for necessary technology, so I invite any and all here to share your experience.

[Ari]

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Hey Barre, I’m willing to be a clinical outpost here and have the intension of setting up a mobile unit as well. I just saw a sweet short schoolie bus that had a tricked-out interior for sale in my area that would serve that purpose. I also know several ICU nurses that have exited the medical system and are rally worthy if needed. I just met another one (Amanda you rock!) thanks to the AV platform. While we have the emergency skill set and know the grave responsibility that electrolyte replacement entails, I’m guessing that our knowledge base needs some bioterrain tweaking. I plan to run a first aid course this summer on the farm to educate community members of the Humble Roots Ministry PMA that is centered in the Portland area. It’d be great to add your wisdom via video instruction as well. I’d be willing to be part of other hands-on training camps for AV members if there is a need in the future. IDK if larger Music and Sky-type meet ups would host a medical prepper tent for hands-on experience??? Just a thought since Micah and I plan to go again this year. Thanks again.

[Ari]

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