Complaint handling
ACEM & CICM vary slightly in the exact terminology they use, but the process of complaints management is largely similar. The above can be fleshed out, but that’s the skeleton.
Read More »ACEM & CICM vary slightly in the exact terminology they use, but the process of complaints management is largely similar. The above can be fleshed out, but that’s the skeleton.
Read More »It’s a commonly reported chemical reaction that IV calcium given in the same line as IV Bicarbonate causes the formation of Calcium Carbonate (i.e. limestone) in the IV. But does it really? (spoiler alert: YES!) It’s pretty quick too – I made a little video with the help of my friends in the Pathology Lab. […]
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Read More »Distinctive CT findings of this condition & markers of severity Indications for surgery 24-48h management plan
Read More »This is a new type of cancer treatment for certain malignancies where a patient’s blood undergoes apheresis to isolate the T-cells. These undergo gene insertion to express Chimeric Antigen Receptors for the specified target cancer. Cells are propagated in vitro then infused back into the patient where they target and kill the cancer cells. Key […]
Read More »Risk factors for airway-related complications after surgery, specific to this surgery type / population Causes of upper airway obstruction specific to this type of surgery Signs of post-operative airway obstruction post cervical spine surgery Specific airway management strategies after cervical spine surgery (starting PRIOR to extubation)
Read More »Opening statement: This is an immediately life-threatening condition where assessment and resuscitation occur simultaneously. Massive haematemesis is usually related to portal hypertension and oesophageal varices. Assessment History Examination Investigations Management Resuscitation Specific treatment Ongoing monitoring Supportive treatment
Read More »Epicardial pacing wires are inserted after cardiac surgery. Often ventricular, sometimes ventricular AND atrial. Off-pump surgeries often do not have wires. Key principles: Technique:
Read More »A 2-year old male presents with febrile seizure lasting ~10 minutes. 10 minutes after cessation IV access is established and a VBG is taken Results: pH: 7.28 (Reference range: 7.31 – 7.41) pCO2: 60 mmHg (Reference range: 35 – 45 mmHg) HCO3: 18 mmol/L (Reference range: 22 – 29 mmol/L) Base Excess: -8 mmol/L (Reference […]
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