By vanstrokepr on February 17, 2020
In this episode, we cover one of those cardinal causes of vasodilatory shock; anaphylaxis. Come listen to solidify your clinical diagnosis, and domination of all things epinephrine.
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By vanstrokepr on February 10, 2020
In this episode we cover that rapidly progressive, big stakes entity that is Status epilepticus – the unrelenting seizure. Definition, Big Benzoes and where to go after that first line. Come listen for all things Keppra, Propofol and Ketamine.
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By vanstrokepr on January 31, 2020
In this episode we cover the last common electrolyte derangement you’ll face in the ICU; hypocalcemia. From tetany to hypotension, we’ve got you covered for an approach to recognition and treatment.
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By vanstrokepr on January 27, 2020
In this episode we cover that rather bothersome component of your AGMA… toxic alcohols. Who is high risk, when and how to screen, and of course a tight approach to treatment. Don’t forget… always call your local friendly toxicologist.
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By vanstrokepr on January 14, 2020
In this episode, we cover that daily discussion point… can this line, possibly, be infected? Come refresh yourself on diagnosis, microbiology and treatment.
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By vanstrokepr on January 9, 2020
In this hallmark episode (we just hit 500k in downloads!), we cover an approach to dominating the diuresis. We cover all the major points: -Loop diuretics and how not to screw them up -Using thiazides to maximize ongoing diuresis -When to add spironolactone -How not to always just cheat and start the CRRT machine
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By vanstrokepr on January 2, 2020
Welcome to 2020, everyone! In this fresh new podcast we cover all things severe hypothyroidism; AKA Myxedema Coma. Diagnosis. Treatment. Whats the deal with T4 vs T3. Who gets the roids. Come listen to it all!
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By vanstrokepr on December 28, 2019
Happy Holidays everyone! In this episode we cover the general support of those patients that are working hard to breathe. Come listen about NIPPV (BiPAP and High Flow Nasal Cannula).
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By vanstrokepr on December 19, 2019
In this episode, we cover that rapidly progressive, easy to miss, relatively better survived leukemia: acute promyelocytic leukemia. Come read about pathophysiology, and then listen to the summary that covers when to suspect clinical APL, the use of ATRA, and that scary hyperfibrinolysis (DIC but worse). Just to leave you with more, we cover Differentiation
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By vanstrokepr on December 12, 2019
In this episode, we cover all things ICU level hyponatremia. From a mild inconvenience to a refractory seizing patient, we’ve got you covered for diagnosis, treatment and risk stratification.
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By vanstrokepr on December 5, 2019
In this episode we cover that low serum potassium, aka Hypokalemia. From the minor repletion to the immediate resuscitation of a patient with VF arrest secondary to severe hypokalemia, we have you covered. So read the post, then come take a listen to review all things hypo K!
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By vanstrokepr on November 28, 2019
In this episode we cover the definition and concrete way how to identify and correctly diagnose brain death. This is something we need to get right, so grab a coffee and come take a listen.
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