Etomidate and ketamine are frequently used for RSI in critically ill patients. Recent articles have raised concern about an increased incidence of post-intubation hypotension in patients who receive ketamine for RSI. Notwithstanding, is either agent superior for RSI in the critically ill? In this podcast we discuss the recently published EvK trial, which evaluated etomidate and ketamine for RSI in emergency endotracheal intubations.
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Hyperkalemia is a life-threatening electrolyte disorder that is commonly encountered in the ED and ICU. In this podcast we review the latest evidence in the management of hyperkalemia based on a recently published consensus-based panel. https://ccpem.blog/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CCPEM-Hyperkalemia-in-the-Emergency-Department.pdf Download Companion HandoutDownload You can get CME credit for this episode hereClick here for CME Account Creation Instructions ...
A plethora of literature was published during the course of 2019. In this podcast, we review several key articles published in the 2019 critical care literature that pertain to the resuscitation and management of select critically ill patients. Simply a great way to start 2020! Download Companion HandoutDownload You can get CME credit for this episode here!Click here for CME Account Creation Instructions ...
Acute aortic syndromes such as aortic dissection are incredibly stressful and challenging to manage. In this episode, we tackle the difficult management pearls and pitfalls in the resuscitation of patients with an acute aortic syndrome. Download Companion HandoutDownload You can get CME credit for this episode here! ...
