Rapid Response RN
Jun 18, 2022
22: A-fib RVR With Guest Dr. G the NP
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Lets talk through the pathophysiology of Atrial Fibrillation, why it's a problem, and how to treat it. Guest Dr. G the NP, a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner helps drop some knowledge about this very common arrhythmia
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55: Q&A "Can You Please Make ABGs Make Sense?"
Arterial Blood Gas interpretation is tricky if you aren’t regularly looking at them, and a lot of the information out there makes it really confusing. In today’s episode, you will hear a palatable explanation on what you need to know when looking at ABGs, how the kidneys and lungs work together to maintain pH balance, and examples that will help you wrap your head around all of it.
If you have been looking for a simple explanation of ABGs, this is definitely the episode for you. So be sure to tune in!
Topics discussed in this episode:
* How Sarah learned about ABG interpretation
* Values to memorize when looking at an ABG
* Determining whether the ABG is acidotic or alkalotic
* Interpreting the First, Middle, and Last name of the ABG
* Examples of metabolic and respiratory derangements
* Do you always need an ABG?
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
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Rapid Response and Rescue Intro Course
If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!
AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!
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May 19, 2023
54: ARDS Part 2... Meds, Proning, and ECMO With Guest Christian Guzman APRN
Concluding this two-part series on acute respiratory distress syndrome, Sarah and Christian Guzman APRN focus on the treatment options of ARDS and how you can make a difference in the outcome of ARDS patients.
They cover the pros and cons of deep sedation, early paralysis, inhaled vasodilators, steroids and more. You’ll also learn about the rationale for prone position therapy and ECMO.
Topics discussed in this episode:
* Pharmacological interventions for ARDS
* Pros and Cons to sedation and paralytics for patients with ARDS
* The controversial use of steroids and more medications
* Benefits of prone position therapy
* The role of fluid management
* How Christian treated his ARDS patient
* Determining when to cannulate for ECMO and when take a patient off ECMO
* Christian’s tips on recognizing and treating ARDS
If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com
To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
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AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!
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May 12, 2023
53: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Part 1 With Guest Christian Guzman APRN
Sarah is welcoming back Christian Guzman APRN on the show for a two-part series on acute respiratory distress syndrome, otherwise known as ARDS. Don’t know how to properly diagnose ARDS, or treat it without further damaging the lungs? This episode will answer your questions!
Christian shares the case of a patient who presented with abnormal symptoms for his age, and how they reached an ARDS diagnosis. ARDS is a secondary diagnosis, so you’ll also hear how to differentiate between ARDS and other conditions like pneumonia, aspiration, congestive heart failure, viral infections, etc.
In this episode, Christian gives a history of ARDS, how our treatment methods have changed, and why lung protective ventilation is essential for care. He also details the 3 types of trauma that can occur with ventilation, including atelectotrauma, barotrauma and volutrauma, plus one newer trauma that’s showing up in the literature.
For a breakdown of the history, pathology, and treatment for ARDS, listen to this conversation!
Topics discussed in this episode:
* Christian’s career in critical care
* His patient’s unusual presentation in the ER
* What the patient’s tests showed and what was concerning
* The cause of the patient’s pleural effusion
* Diagnostic criteria for ARDS
* The progression of ARDS
* How we treat ARDS
* Types of ventilation trauma
* How to prevent harm and promote resting of the lungs
If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com
To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!
This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
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AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!
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