Intubating the Neuro Patient

Is the "Cytokine Storm" the Real Killer in ARDS? When a localized lung injury spirals into a systemic catastrophe, we call it a cytokine storm—but are we actually any closer to stopping it, or are we just watching the rain? This deep-dive review, published in the Journal of Inten ...  Show more

Can we break the cycle of Diuretic Resistance? What do you do when the "gold standard" treatment for your congested patient simply stops working? Diuretic resistance (DR) affects up to one-third of patients with heart failure, turning a routine clinical task into a high-stakes ba ...  Show more

A practical discussion about the many elements of neurological care after cardiac arrest, with Drs. Rachel Beekman and Gabriella Garcia.Note: This podcast is intended solely as an educational tool for learners, especially neurology residents. The contents should not be interprete ...  Show more

In this episode we explain what rapid sequence intubation or RSI is and the indications for its use in securing a definitive airway. More importantly, we share lessons learned regarding COVID-specific considerations for intubating patients with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure ...  Show more

In this EM Cases main episode podcast, we tackle the complexities of trauma airway management, including direct trauma to the airway. We discuss indications and timing of intubation, penetrating neck trauma, the head injured patient, the agitated patients and the soiled airway. T ...  Show more

Knowing when a patient is in respiratory distress and will likely be intubated is a key skill you will use regularly as a nurse. Nurses in all settings come into contact with patients who decompensate, and knowing when you need to intervene can mean the difference between life an ...  Show more