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Episode 32:COVID-19 PREP Lung Mechanics and Respiratory Failure (White Belt to Blue Belt Level)

April 18, 2020April 18, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

Not a be all , end all summary, more so a run through of relevant parts for a non-gas jockey (I am one so it’s okay) to be comfortable.    It literally starts with a drawing of an alveolus and gets to nitrogen content in 40 minutes.    #covid-19 #resuscitation #ventilator #ICU #criticalcare

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Episode 23 COVID-19 PREP: Logistics and Liabilities in Pandemics

April 16, 2020April 16, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

Just a quick review of how to prepare legally and logistically for the realities of a pandemic. How do you safely comeback to work and volunteer? How do you coordinate your team to set up and write a legally binding document that makes sure that you can provide care with limited liability   #Corona #Covid-19 […]

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Episode 31: Explaining What I mean by Blue Belt , White Belt etc and Why it makes sense.

April 14, 2020April 14, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

Completely (almost) non clinical episode, I feel kind of like we need a COVID-19 break and I received an email asking me why I kept referring to belt rankings.    In my mind there is a growing body of literature that myelin leads to speed of action and speed of thought. Also to Mylenate your […]

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Episode 30: Covid -19 Intensive and Critical care Guidelines

April 12, 2020April 12, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

Just some thoughts and a summary on the ICU and critical care guidelines outthere.    #foamed #icu #criticalcare #resuscitation #covid19

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Episode 29: COVID-19 PREP : Hemodynamics, Shock and Monitoring : White Belt to Blue Belt Level

April 9, 2020April 9, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

Basics of  Hemodynamics Shock  Sepsis Why Swans can be a problem.  Vasopressor review.   #FOAMED #MEDED #COVID-19 #Hemodynamics #ICU #criticalcare #ER #resuscitation

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Episode 28: COVID 19 PREP Intubation:White Belt Level to Blue Belt Level

April 7, 2020April 7, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

So this is just a quick look at indications, strategies and considerations when needing to intubate.  This isn’t how to manage oxygenation or ventilation. Just the basics of intubating for a white belt to become a blue belt.    #COVID-19 #FOAMED #MEDED #ICU #AIRWAY #ER #EMERGENCYMEDICINE #INTUBATION #RESUSCITATION

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Episode 27: Setting up your Ward for Total Isolation while Keeping Workers Safe (COVID-19)

April 5, 2020April 5, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

With everything going on in the world we will be handling patients on the ward that COVID-19 positive.    How do we do it?  How do we set up “safe” strategies to prevent cross infection and healthcare worker infection?  #FOAMED #COVID-19 #pandemic

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Episode 26: Setting up your OR for COVID-19 Patients

March 31, 2020March 31, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

So as of today there is as of yet no consensus guideline for handling operating rooms with COVID patients.  What follows is a smorgasbord of review articles, letters to the editor and practical points, to help prepare for that first COVID-19 case.    #FOAMED #COVID #TRAUMA #CRITICALCARE #ICU #EM #ER #COVID-19 #SURGERY #surgeon

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Episode 25: A guide to preparing M and M’s and Journal Clubs

March 29, 2020March 29, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

So is there any evidence for doing journal clubs or m and ms?  Do you feel stressed out by them?  Stay tuned for this episode on how to set your self up to win and learn.    #foamed #grandrounds #communication

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Episode 24: Strategies for the Correct Application of Personal Protective Equipment in COVID-19 Patients.

March 25, 2020March 25, 2020 Saud Leave a Comment

How to wear it?  When to Wear it?  What to Wear?  How to make people DO IT!!!!!!   (Requested on Reddit) #COVID-19 #Corona #ICU #PPE #FOAMED #MedED

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