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Resuscitation in Traumatic Cardiac Arrest can result in positive outcomes

– Michael Christie

Resuscitation in traumatic cardiac arrest has been a topic of debate regarding its effectiveness and outcomes. While some studies suggest that attempted resuscitation from traumatic cardiac arrest may be futile (Smith et al., 2015; Abdou et al., 2021), others indicate that survival with good...

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Why Ketamine and Propofol Should Be Primary Sedation Agents and Opioids and Benzodiazepines Should be avoided?

– Michael Christie

Opioids and benzodiazepines should be avoided for sedation due to the dangerous synergistic effects they can have on respiratory depression. When benzodiazepines are combined with opioids, they can potentiate the respiratory depressant effects of opioids (Sun et al., 2017). This combination can...

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Should Epinephrine still be used in Cardiac Arrest Patients?

– Michael Christie

Epinephrine has been a cornerstone in the management of cardiac arrest for decades, with its use deeply ingrained in resuscitation protocols worldwide. Despite its widespread use, the precise impact of epinephrine on outcomes in cardiac arrest, particularly in terms of survival and neurological...

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Why is a Systematic Approach to Endotracheal Intubation Important?

– Michael Christie

A systematic approach to endotracheal intubation is crucial due to its impact on patient outcomes and safety. Endotracheal intubation is a common procedure performed in various medical settings, especially in critical care scenarios. Several studies highlight the significance of a systematic...

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Why is Prehospital blood administration on pediatric trauma patients important?

– Michael Christie

Prehospital blood administration in pediatric trauma patients is crucial due to its potential to improve outcomes by addressing hemorrhagic shock early in the care continuum. While prehospital blood transfusion in pediatric trauma cases is not yet a common practice, studies have highlighted the...

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Strong Ionic Difference (SID)

Strong Ionic Difference (SID) is a concept used to understand and predict the behavior of pH in biological systems, particularly in human physiology. It is related to the concept of acid-base balance in the body.
The SID is calculated as the difference between the sum of strong cations...

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The Efficacy of the IGel Supraglottic Airway in Cardiac Arrest Patients

– Admin

The Efficacy of the IGel Supraglottic Airway in Cardiac Arrest Patients Introduction:

Effective airway management is a critical component of successful cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during cardiac arrest. Traditional endotracheal intubation (ETI) has long been considered the gold...

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Intravenous Saline in Human Patients: A Detrimental Practice

– Admin

The Use of Intravenous Saline in Human Patients: A Detrimental Practice
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Intravenous (IV) saline solutions have been a mainstay in medical practice for decades, used for fluid resuscitation, electrolyte replacement, and other purposes. However, mounting evidence suggests that...

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COVID-19 Vaccines are widely available, effective, and safe

– Michael Christie

Vaccine Efficacy: In human trials, the Pfizer vaccine was compared to a placebo in 43,448 people. During the study, 170 participants developed COVID-19. When the study blind was broken, it was revealed that 162 of these people had received the placebo. Only eight were in the vaccine group. Of 10...

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Resuscitation Group - Costa Rica Training Sessions

– Michael Christie

Dr Max Morales, Resuscitation Group Medical Director Costa Rica and Instructor, began annual training the Costa Rica Medevac and COVID 19 Repatriation Teams. This session began with Spanish language ACLS, PALS, and BCLS courses over a five-day session.
Last year The Resuscitation Group...

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