Dr. Karem El Kersh describes basics of anatomy, components and indications for tracheostomy. Then he spends time covering when and how to change a trach as well as suggestions for troubleshooting common problems involving tracheostomies.
Dr. Rodrigo Cavallazzi discusses steps toward ventilator liberation including spontaneous breathing trial and other parameters to indicate readiness to wean. He then discusses strategies for weaning: optimizing fluid status, weaning protocols, sedation weaning, rehabilitation therapy.
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Dr, Rodrigo Cavallazzi gives a comprehensive review of ARDS; he includes the definition, pathophysiology, risk factors, prognosis and differential. He spends time discussion the ARDS Network trial including fluid and ventilation strategies as well as advanced treatments (prone positioning, ECMO, neurally adjusted ventilation.
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Dr. Karem El-Kersh gives a four part review of common Pulmonary and Critical Care topics: Hypoxia, PFTs, Asthma, COPD, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cystic Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Tuberculosis, Pneumonia, Pleural Effusion, Pneumothorax, Lung cancer, Solitary Pulmonary Nodule Surveillance, Pulmonary Embolism, Sleep Disorders, Acid-Base Disturbances, Ventilator management, ARDS.
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