Cardionerds: A Cardiology Podcast

Cardionerds: A Cardiology Podcast


20. COVID-19 in the ICU – Approach to cardiopulmonary support

March 20, 2020

20. COVID-19 in the ICU - Approach to cardiopulmonary support
The CardioNerds follow the case of Sara S Covids through her journey with COVID-19 complicated by progressive respiratory failure. Learn how critical care physicians, Drs. David Furfaro and Sam Brusca approach cardiopulmonary mechanics, general ventilator settings, ventilation in patients with cardiac disease, ARDS diagnosis and management algorithms, including VV and VA ECMO support considerations. Importantly, we discuss these issues in the context of the COVID-19 era and how applies to the safety of the healthcare worker and appropriate use of personal protective equipment. Both physicians share tips and tricks on coping and staying motivated as they face this crisis.

This episode is broadly applicable for anyone taking care of patients with cardiopulmonary disease. In the COVID era, this is every provider. Flutter Moment by Emily (Pediatric RN)

Series page: https://www.cardionerds.com/episodes/covid19/

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