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RSI Episode 2: Induction, Questions

Posted on September 6, 2011 by emlyceum

Coming soon: the finale to our August 2011 magnum opus on ACS! September 2011 1. What are the optimal characteristics for an induction agent for RSI? 2. What are the pros and cons for the following induction agents: etomidate, ketamine, … Continue reading →

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Rapid Sequence Intubation, Episode 1: “Answers”

Posted on July 26, 2011 by emlyceum

1. What is RSI, and why do we use it for most ED intubations? “Rapid Sequence Intubation (RSI) is the administration, after preoxygenation, of a potent induction agent followed immediately by a rapidly acting neuromuscular blocking agent to induce unconsciousness … Continue reading →

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Rapid Sequence Intubation, Episode 1: Questions

Posted on July 25, 2011 by emlyceum

1. What is RSI, and why do we use it for most ED intubations?  2. What are the “Seven P’s” of RSI? 3. Atropine, fentanyl, and lidocaine are some of the typical agents used in the pretreatment phase of RSI.  … Continue reading →

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Acute Pulmonary Edema: “Answers”

Posted on July 25, 2011 by emlyceum

Updated May 2014 1. What is the basic pathophysiology of APE? How does this differ from a CHF exacerbation? Acute pulmonary edema (APE) or Acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) results from a host of mechanisms. Historically, it was believed that … Continue reading →

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Acute Pulmonary Edema: Questions

Posted on July 25, 2011 by emlyceum

1. What is the basic pathophysiology of acute pulmonary edema (APE)?  How does this differ from a CHF exacerbation? 2. What medications do you use for immediate management of APE and why? 3. What is the role of non-invasive positive … Continue reading →

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