We discuss the case of a young patient presenting with euglycemic DKA. Say what? How common is this entity and what is the impact of a new class of diabetic medication? We answer these important questions and much more on this episode.
Should We Treat Fever in Septic Patients?
Several recent articles have challenged the long-held belief that we should treat fever in patients with sepsis? In this episode we review these recent studies, along with the benefits of fever in patients with an infection. A very timely and controversial topic!
Top 10 Pearls for the Critically Ill Elderly Patient
The number of critically ill elderly patients continues to increase annually. In this podcast, we discuss key pearls and pitfalls in resuscitating the sick elderly patient. A truly great discussion!
High Dose NTG in ACPE
ED Pharmacist extraordinaire Jill Logan joins CCPEM to discuss the use of high-dose nitroglycerin in patients with acute cardiogenic pulmonary edema. Is it safe? How much can, and should, you give during the initial resuscitation of these sick patients?
Family Centered Care in the Critically Ill
New guidelines have just been published on the care of family members of critically ill patients! So many family members of critically ill patients have significant problems, including PTSD and depression, in the months following the ICU stay of their loved one. Peter, Rob, Mike, and John review select recommendations of these new guidelines. Incredibly important content this month!
Surviving Sepsis Campaign 2016 Update
The SSC recently published its new recommendations for the management of sepsis and septic shock. We discuss the key changes and controversies that you need to know regarding these latest guidelines!
The Complicated Alcohol Withdrawal Patient
Bryan Hayes is back! In this podcast, we discuss pitfalls in the use of benzodiazpines along with current evidence on adjunctive treatments including propofol, barbiturates, dexmedetomidine, antiepileptics, and ketamine. Bryan brings us all up to date with this discussion!
Top Articles of 2016
It’s time for our annual literature update of the best and most discussed articles from 2016! Simply a great discussion on important topics such as ICH, cardiac arrest, mechanical ventilation, RSI, and sepsis.