Critical Care
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Study shows earlier vasopressin initiation for sepsis reduced in-hospital mortality
Critical care expert Natalie Achamallah, MD, FCCP, said OVISS data support guidelines that recommend earlier vasopressin as well as lower norepinephrine doses.
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UK trial finds propofol remains preferred ICU sedation agent
The recent A2B trial found that neither dexmedetomidine nor clonidine are superior to propofol and may increase risks of agitation and bradycardia.
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Ketamine vs etomidate for intubation in patients who are critically ill
Commonly used for sedation for endotracheal intubation, these drugs are often selected for their favorable hemodynamic profiles.
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Bronchoscopy: An emerging role for advanced practice providers
Bronchoscopy is becoming an increasingly common skill for a growing subset of interventional pulmonary and critical care APPs.
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Procalcitonin levels may guide antibiotic duration in patients with suspected sepsis
Paul Dark, MD, PhD, said a 10% reduction in duration of antibiotic use shown in a recent study may seem small, but in the context of antibiotic stewardship, a 10% reduction is important.
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CHEST to offer first-of-its-kind certification for APPs in critical care
For APPs in the critical care setting, this certification exam will be a valuable way to validate their knowledge and competence in the ICU.
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Platelet and fresh frozen plasma transfusion guidelines in critical care
New guidelines from CHEST promote a more restrictive approach to platelet and fresh frozen plasma use in the ICU in order to enhance patient safety and conserve resources.
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Study highlights importance of lactation among many new mothers in ICU
Researcher, Kayla Kolbe, MD, said even in the face of critical illness, patients feel strongly about lactation.
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Data support early prone positioning for patients with COVID-19 on mechanical ventilation
Viren Kaul, MD, FCCP, said a recent observational study adds to the body of literature clarifying the optimal timing of prone positioning in this population.
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Sepsis order sets good for patients, hospital bottom lines
Automating the mundane components of care delivery allows clinicians to focus more on the nuances of individualized evaluation and personalized care.
