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Dr. Rodrigo Cavallazzi presents Part Two of his Critical Care Medicine Board Review with the topics below:
- Myxedema Coma
- Thyroid Storm
- Thyroid Function in Non-Thyroidal Illness
- Delirium
- Sepsis
- Protocolized Sedation and Spontaneous Breathing Trial
- ICU-Acquired Weakness
- Post-intensive Care Syndrome
- Chronic Critical Illness
Dr. Rodrigo Cavallazzi presents Part One of his Critical Care Medicine Board Review with the topics below:
- Lactic Acidosis
- Hyponatremia
- Hypernatremia
- Drug Poisoning
- Cyanide Toxicity
- Carbon Monoxide Toxicity
- Methemoglobinemia
- Hypothermia
Dr. Hiram Rivas Perez presents Asthma by discussing the definition, prevalence, risk of developing asthma, and diagnosis. He then goes on to discuss the history of asthma as well as diagnostic testing. After, he presents different treatments along with various cases as examples.
Read MoreIn this presentation, Dr. Karim El-Kersh discusses the definition, physiology, and risk factors of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. He then discusses diagnosis, consequences, and lastly, treatment.
Read MoreDr. Cavallazi presents mechanical ventilation by first discussing the physiology of respiratory failure. He then describes how to tailor mechanical ventilation to different forms of respiratory failure. He finishes with a discussion of the latest studies defining how to best use mechanical ventilation.
Read MoreDr. Brummel begins his presentation by reviewing long-term cognitive impairment and disability associated with survival from critical illness. He then uses the vulnerability hypothesis to understand risk factors for the development of these poor outcomes after critical illness. After, he describes preliminary trials of rehabilitation for long-term cognitive impairment after critical illness.
Read MoreIn this lecture, Dr. Lorrel Brown takes time to discuss the indications, mechanics, and physiology of mechanical circulatory support. She provides a great introduction for internists to some of the most advanced ICU therapies. Dr. Lorrel Brown covers evidence and indications for various modalities like IABP (intra-aortic balloon pump), ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), and percutaneous VAD (ventricular assist device).
Read MoreDr. Lori Earnshaw covers how to conduct a clear, effective discussion of DNR including indications and outcomes of CPR and how to approach conflicts about code status in a case-based method.
Read MoreIn this action-packed lecture, Dr. Lorrel Brown covers ACS basics: coronary perfusion, types of myocardial infarction, and how to diagnose MI using history exam and EKG findings. She reviews ACS risk scores, acute treatment of ACS and some common pitfalls.
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