The Safety and Efficacy of Push Dose Vasopressors in Critically Ill Adults – REBEL EM

The Safety and Efficacy of Push Dose Vasopressors in Critically Ill Adults – REBEL EM

Background Information: Acute Hypotension is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Continuous vasopressor infusions have previously been the mainstay of treatment. However, peripherally dosed push dose pressors, (PDPs), are beginning to be administered more frequently for management of acute hypotension.1-4 The PDPs, phenylephrine and epinephrine, result in vasoconstriction and increased cardiac contractility. They can be…

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What is Cardiac Output and Stroke Volume?

What is Cardiac Output and Stroke Volume?

Cardiac output refers to the volume of blood pumped by the heart per minute. It is a measure of the heart’s efficiency in delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body’s tissues. Cardiac output is determined by two factors: heart rate and stroke volume. Heart rate is the number of times the heart beats per minute,…

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Mastering Intensive Care: 82 – Will Bonavia

Mastering Intensive Care: 82 – Will Bonavia

Jun 2, 2023 This episode features the wise perspectives of an Advanced Trainee in Intensive Care Medicine, Dr William Bonavia. The discussion covers: Why he chose medicine and Intensive Care His training journey and his learning strategy What makes a good ward round Learning from colleagues The principles of good communication and collaboration The value…

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Mastering Intensive Care: 80 – Tub Worthley

Mastering Intensive Care: 80 – Tub Worthley

May 4, 2023 This episode features the memories, experiences and wisdom of Dr Lindsay ‘Tub’ Worthley, AM. The discussion covers the following: Tub’s training to become an intensivist when no specific training existed His experience at a time when Australian ICUs were in their infancy The difference between the beginning and the end of his…

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