An intensivist on a learning frenzy. Caring for the critically ill using evidence-based medicine.
I have to admit the glucocorticoids are amongst my favorite medications that we use regularly in the ICU. Whether it be hydrocortisone, dexamethasone, or methylprednisolone, I have order sets built into my EMR with the dosing for the respective indications. The indications appear to be endless. Today, I am going to be discussing an article …
Continue reading Hydrocortisone for Severe Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP)
A sentinel event is one where, amongst other different outcomes, leads to death. In critical care, anesthesia, and emergency medicine, we often deal with emergent airways on patients who are on the brink of death unless we intervene expediently. Despite having performed many intubations in my young career, I have the utmost respect for every …
Continue reading Pre-oxygenation: High flow nasal cannula vs. BVM
