Obstructive shock may be the least common type of shock, but it’s no less critical. As part of Nurse PodCrawl 2024, Bryan Boling and Brandon Oto from the Critical Care Scenarios podcast join host Sarah Lorenzini in this episode to talk about the critical care management of obstructive shock. Together, they walk nurses through a patient scenario, detailing the diagnostic process of obstructive shock due to pulmonary embolism.

Sarah, Bryan and Brandon review the three main causes of obstructive shock: pulmonary embolism, tension pneumothorax, and cardiac tamponade. They also discuss the importance of clinical assessments and diagnostic tools like ultrasound to distinguish between each cause, as well as considerations for treatment.

This episode is the perfect resource for nurses who want to deepen their understanding of obstructive shock. Tune in now to hear insights from three experienced pros!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Patient assessment and key diagnostic tools
• Diagnosing obstructive shock due to pulmonary embolism
• Treating obstructive shock due to pulmonary embolism
• Treatment implications for major causes of obstructive shock
• Diagnosis and treatment of tension pneumothorax
• Treatment strategies for cardiac tamponade
• Key takeaways on obstructive shock management

Check out the rest of Nurse PodCrawl 2024 episodes around cardiogenic, hypovolemic, and distributive shock!

Critical Care Scenarios: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/critical-care-scenarios/id1491559787

How Not to Kill Your Patient: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-not-to-kill-your-patient/id1612099061

Nurse Dose Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nurse-dose-podcast/id1486427611

The Q Word Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-q-word-podcast/id1407523803

Straight A Nursing: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/straight-a-nursing-study-for-nursing-school-exams-nclex/id1210975738

Up My Nursing Game: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/up-my-nursing-game/id1527032817

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Which side of the debate do you fall on?  Should families be present during resuscitation or escorted to a quiet area to wait? Among those advocating for family presence are nursing researchers, Margo Halm, APRN-BC, PhD, FAHA, NEA-BC and Jessica Sexton, MSN, RN, CPEN. During their conversation with host Sarah Lorenzini, they explain why family presence is so important in patient-centered care and how nurses can facilitate a shift towards embracing this practice in their hospital.

Despite being backed by research, the concept of family presence during resuscitation is still debated by many healthcare professionals. Margo and Jessica address the common misconceptions that surround this controversial topic, provide insights on navigating institutional resistance, and share best practices of a family presence facilitator (FPF).

This episode also features powerful stories on the impact of family presence, tips on how to have important conversations with families and patients, and more. Tune in now!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Benefits of family presence for nurses, patients, and families
• Misconceptions of family presence during resuscitation
• The role of a family presence facilitator
• Best practices and avoiding common mistakes as a FPF
• Advocating for family presence in your hospital
• Stories that demonstrate the impact of family presence
• How to overcome resistance to family presence

Read more in the AACN Practice Alert, Facilitating Family Presence During Resuscitation and Invasive Procedures Throughout the Lifespan:

https://aacnjournals.org/ccnonline/article/44/2/e1/32253/Facilitating-Family-Presence-During-Resuscitation

Learn more about Margo and Jessica’s session at the 2024 NTI Conference:

https://www.aacn.org/conferences-and-events/events-calendar/national-events/event-sessions/national-teaching-institute---2024/c60m296/family-presence-during-resuscitation-and-invasive-procedures-updates-to-the-aacn-pract

Contact Margo Halm at [email protected]!

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We’ve talked about hyponatremia, but what do you know about Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone secretion (SIADH) and Diabetes Insipidus (DI)? In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini and Nick McGowan RN, MSN dive into these diseases that develop from complex hormonal responses that manage the body’s water and sodium.

They explore the pathophysiology of both conditions, contrasting the excessive water retention in SIADH with the excessive water loss in DI and how this impacts diagnostic and treatment approaches. Nick identifies which labs and assessments are crucial to accurately diagnose and treat patients, highlighting the importance of neurologic assessments and best practices for correcting sodium.

Sarah and Nick also touch on the debate around cerebral salt wasting, and share interesting facts about the history of these conditions. Tune in to hear key lessons on recognizing and  treating these conditions from an experienced ICU nurse!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Symptoms and signs of SIADH and DI
• The pathophysiology of SIADH and DI
• Diagnostic approaches and key lab values
• Treatment and management of SIADH
• Treatment and management of DI
• Lessons from SIADH and DI patient stories

Check out Nick's course over at Critical Care Academy!

🔗 https://www.ccrnacademy.com?ref=sarahlorenzini

Connect with Nick McGowan:

https://www.instagram.com/critical_care_academy/

https://www.youtube.com/@criticalcareacademy8312

https://www.facebook.com/CCRNacademy

https://www.tiktok.com/@criticalcareacademy

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On this special PodSwap Episode, you will be hearing from Nurse Mo from the Straight A Nursing Podcast! She does an amazing job breaking down all the pharmacology of medications we use for Rapid Sequence Intubation or RSI.

Rapid sequence intubation, a procedure performed to emergently intubate a patient with an intact gag reflex in cases of acute respiratory failure and/or cardiovascular collapse. As a nurse working in the emergency department or ICU, you will be obtaining and may be administering the medications used to perform a rapid sequence intubation. Please be aware of your scope of practice and facility protocol regarding the administration of these medications. In some cases, the medications can only be administered by a physician.

Which combination of medications the physician chooses will vary depending on a variety of factors including the patient’s condition and physician preference. A common combination is a sedative with a short-acting paralytic, though analgesics may also be utilized. This episode provides an overview of the medications commonly utilized for RSI:

• Propofol
• Succinylcholine
• Rocuronium
• Vecuronium
• Etomidate
• Ketamine
• Fentanyl
• Midazolam

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Are you considering a career as a nurse practitioner? Do you want to go back to school to transition into an advanced practice nursing role? Join host Sarah Lorenzini and guest Dr. Sandra Pagenta, DNP, as they discuss opportunities available in nursing and how to decide if the nurse practitioner path is the right one for you.

Dr. Sandra Pagenta reflects on the evolution of her nursing career, from her early days as an RN to her current role as a nurse practitioner. She dives into the challenges and rewards of advancing your education and career, finding your niche, and achieving work-life balance.

In this episode, Dr. Sandra Pagenta also gives advice on how nurses can figure out their next career move and create the life they want. Tune in now!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Transitioning from RN to NP
• Pros and cons of working as a nurse practitioner
• Finding passion and alignment in your career
• Exploring a career as an NP 
• The flexibility of a nursing career

Listen to Sandra's Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-success-nps-podcast/id1566107516

Check out Sandra's Website:

https://successnps.com/

Follow Success NP's on Social Media:

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Rapid Response Academy Link

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Every day that you complete a shift is a day to celebrate because nursing is undoubtedly one of the hardest professions in the world, especially in the last few years. Burnout rates are extremely high, and for good reason, but there are ways to keep your passion for nursing even after decades in the field.

In this milestone 100th episode of Rapid Response RN, host Sarah Lorenzini celebrates 20 years of being a nurse and *still* loving it. It hasn’t been easy, but two decades of continuous learning and navigating the challenges of the job has taught her invaluable lessons on resilience, self-care, and humanity.

Sarah reflects back on her early mistakes and the hard-earned wisdom that’s kept her love for nursing alive, including connecting with patients, growth through education and mentorship, prioritizing physical and mental health, and MORE.

Tune in now to hear Sarah’s "not so secret sauce" for loving nursing after 20 years!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The importance of self-advocacy and self-care
• Celebrating your nursing wins
• Preventing burnout through learning
• Mentorship and driving change

Listen to episode 38, Q&A: How to Effectively and Professionally Advocate For Your Patient… Even When the Provider is Intimidating, on Apple Podcasts!

Mentioned in this episode:

Rapid Response Academy Link

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Rapid Response and Rescue Intro Course

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Treating hyponatremia, a condition characterized by low sodium levels in the blood, can be both complicated and quite risky.. Disruptions to the delicate balance of sodium in the body can lead to a spectrum of outcomes, from an asymptomatic presentation to life-threatening seizures, coma, and death.

Through the patient story of Mrs. Saltman, host Sarah Lorenzini explains the role of sodium in the body, breaking down the science of osmosis and electrolytes so nurses can better understand the causes of hyponatremia. She goes over the three levels of hyponatremia that are categorized by blood tonicity and volume status, and how each level impacts the diagnosis and management of hyponatremia. 

Sarah also dives into the nuances of treating hyponatremia, including the risks of rapid sodium correction, the importance of knowing a patient’s baseline, the underlying cause of their condition, and more.

This episode will provide nurses with the knowledge needed to recognize the signs of hyponatremia and navigate the risks of treatment. Tune in now!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Introduction to Mrs. Saltman’s case
• The pathophysiology of hyponatremia
• Causes of hyponatremia
• Types of hyponatremia: hypertonic, hypotonic, and isotonic
• Hyponatremia treatment strategies and their risks

Mentioned in this episode:

Rapid Response and Rescue Intro Course

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Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as “broken heart syndrome,” is hard to diagnose because its symptoms mimic more common conditions like acute coronary syndrome. This stress-induced cardiomyopathy presents a mysterious challenge to nurses, as you’ll hear in today’s patient story.

Host Sarah Lorenzini shares the case of a patient who went from experiencing shortness of breath and nausea to a serious cardiac emergency. She breaks down the patient’s initial presentation, their quick decline featuring hypoxia and flash pulmonary edema, and ultimate diagnosis of takotsubo cardiomyopathy.

In this episode, Sarah dives into the pathophysiology of takotsubo cardiomyopathy, covering how emotional or physical stress leads to the condition. She goes over its symptoms and treatment, as well as the role of nurses in managing the condition.

Tune in now to find out how you should be handling similar cardiac emergencies!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: a patient case study
• The pathophysiology of takotsubo cardiomyopathy
• Diagnosing takotsubo cardiomyopathy
• How to effectively treat takotsubo cardiomyopathy
• Final takeaways for nurses

Listen to Episode 82: Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema: That Time My Patient Went From Stable A-Fib RVR to Intubated in 30 Minutes! https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/82-sympathetic-crashing-acute-pulmonary-edema-that/id1535997752?i=1000637926574

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Rapid Response Academy Link

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Part two of our crashing asthmatic series continues with a comprehensive look into what exactly happened in last week’s nightmare patient case. 

Host Sarah Lorenzini dives into the pathophysiology of status asthmaticus, explaining the physiological changes in the airways during severe asthma attacks and what makes these cases resistant to standard treatment. She also breaks down treat options for patients approaching the asthma spiral of death, from pharmacological interventions to last-resort interventions like ECMO.

This episode highlights the key role of nurses in the care of status asthmaticus, including the importance of recognizing the red flags like “silent chest” and managing patient anxiety.

Tune in to learn everything you need to know about caring for a crashing asthmatic!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The pathophysiology of asthma
• Signs of asthma exacerbation
• Treating a progression of asthma symptoms
• The danger of silent chest
• Advanced interventions for status asthmaticus 
• Tips for sedation and intubation
• Understanding your role as a nurse

Read this article that supports the use of magnesium for asthma:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24865567/

Read this article that shows magnesium does not help in asthma cases:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1536485/

....and there are so many more conflicting studies like these ☝️

Listen to Episode 73: Resuscitate Before You Intubate: How to NOT KILL YOUR PATIENT When You Intubate https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/73-resuscitate-before-you-intubate-how-to-not-kill/id1535997752?i=1000630431016

Mentioned in this episode:

Rapid Response Academy Link

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Rapid Response and Rescue Intro Course

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Severe asthma leads to cardiac arrest in today’s gripping patient story. Brooklyn, an ER Nurse joins host Sarah Lorenzini to discuss a nightmare case of a young asthmatic patient and her team’s desperate fight to stabilize him.

Despite various interventions, from albuterol, magnesium, BiPap, ketamine, and more, the patient's condition deteriorated, requiring intubation and ultimately transfer to an ECMO center to save the patient’s life. This episode highlights the challenges faced by smaller hospitals with fewer resources and the heroic care this patient received despite so many challenges.

Check out part one of our series on caring for the crashing asthmatic!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Initial treatment of Brooklyn’s asthma patient
• The patient’s escalating condition and challenges in care
• Unpacking every tool in the asthma treatment toolbox
• Managing complications from autopeep to pneumothorax to cardiac arrest
• Key takeaways from this patient case

Mentioned in this episode:

Rapid Response Academy Link

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Rapid Response and Rescue Intro Course

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Do you know how to recognize a wide or narrow pulse pressure and what each finding tells you about your patient? Following last week's discussion on the shock index, host Sarah Lorenzini introduces pulse pressure as another essential tool in the nurse's assessment arsenal.

In this episode, Sarah outlines how to measure and interpret pulse pressure. She shares two patient stories to illustrate how variations in pulse pressure can indicate different underlying conditions: The case study of Mrs. D highlights the implications of narrow pulse pressure, and the case study of Mr. S explores wide pulse pressure.

Through these examples, Sarah emphasizes how pulse pressure can be a key indicator in patient assessments while also clarifying its limitations. Listen in now!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The case study of Mrs. D
• Measuring and interpreting pulse pressure
• Causes of narrow pulse pressure
• Causes of wide pulse pressure
• The case study of Mr. S
• Limitations to pulse pressure
• Using pulse pressure as a diagnostic tool

Mentioned in this episode:

AND If you are planning to sit for your CCRN and would like to take the Critical Care Academy CCRN prep course you can visit https://www.ccrnacademy.com and use coupon code RAPID10 to get 10% off the cost of the course!

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