Social Networking for the Medical Educator: Dialogue is our Currency
Meet our Guest – For his paid work, Jesse is a critical care nurse. Much to the dismay of his ever-patient (and infinitely more successful) wife, Jesse likes to use […]
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Acute Cholecystitis Dr Swapnil Pawar
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Neuromuscular Blockade in Intensive Care – To Be or Not To Be Dr Swapnil Pawar
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Hyperkalemia Dr Swapnil Pawar
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Transfusion Thresholds in Intensive Care Dr Swapnil Pawar
Although increasingly less frequent, placement of a tracheostomy has become a viable alternative to prolonged endotracheal intubation, with the benefits of improving patient comfort, reducing need for sedation, lowering airway resistance, and allowing for easier airway care. There has been considerable debate on the technique, timing and selection of ICU patients. In this review, I cover what’s the current consensus and share my preferred approach.
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