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Radiation Injury / Nuclear MCI
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-12-12)
The US government last week released a report that the threat of a nuclear device used in an act of terrorism is high in the next couple of years. In this episode we discuss the some concepts of the medical care required ...
Therapeutic Hypothermia following Cardiac Arrest
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-12-22)
Therapeutic Hypothermia following cardiac arrest has been demonstrated to improve outcomes. Starting Jan 1, 2009 Ney York City EMS will direct patients to those hospitals able to delivery such care.
Tennessee-China Rural Health Exchange Program Symposium (English & Chinese) - May 30, 2008
(Vanderbilt University. Institute for Global Health, 2008-08-20)
Traumatic Shock and Fluid Resuscitation
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-11-17)
Fluid resuscitation done poorly can result in significant complications to the patient. This episode will present some of the newer considerations in fluid resuscitation in traumatic shock.
Clostridium difficile Colitis
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-04-16)
Clostridium difficile colitis is a problematic complication of antibiotic therapy in hospitalized and critically ill patients. It is increasing in frequency and can be lethal.
Patient-Ventilator Interactions and ventilator discontinuation
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-11-17)
Sepsis - Part 2
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-02-01)
In this episode we discuss that ICU care of the patient with sepsis. This includes an introduction to various vasopressors
Drug-induced QT prolongation
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-03-09)
Prolonged QT is the most common reason why medications are restricted or removed from the US market. This episode will explain what it is and why you should look for it in your ICU patients.
Maternal and Child Health: Perspectives from Developing Countries - February 22, 2008
(Vanderbilt University. Institute for Global Health, 2008-02-22)
Hemoglobin Based Blood Substitutes: Increased Morbidity and Mortality
(Vanderbilt University. Medical Center, 2008-05-04)
In this week's Journal of the American Medical Association a meta-analysis was published that concluded that use of hemoglobin based blood substitutes result in an increased morbidity and mortality. Included in the same ...