Critical Care
Conference Coverage
In C. difficile, metronidazole may not benefit ICU patients on vancomycin
SAN FRANCISCO – Try fecal transplant instead.
Conference Coverage
ICU infections: Chlorhexidine wipes tame MRSA, CRE
SAN FRANCISCO – Decolonization tops precautions.
Video
Planning for ventilator-dependent patients during natural disasters
SAN ANTONIO – Ventilator-dependent patient are especially vulnerable during natural disasters.
Conference Coverage
Pulmonary NP ensures care continuity, reduces readmissions
A pulmonary NP ensured continuity of care by keeping critical care teams “honest” before discharge home.
Video
Dogs steal the show at CHEST 2018
SAN ANTONIO – Pets can help patients who live with stressful illnesses.
Conference Coverage
Discharge trends for septic shock survivors remain steady
SAN ANTONIO –
Conference Coverage
Pulmonary circulation disorders predict noninvasive vent failure
SAN ANTONIO - Patients with alcohol abuse or fluid and electrolyte abnormalities also had a higher risk of needing intubation.
Conference Coverage
Chronic liver disease raises death risk in pneumonia patients
SAN ANTONIO – Liver disease increased the risk of intubation in pneumonia patients.
Critical Care Commentary
ECMO for ARDS in the modern era
ECMO can provide respiratory or cardiorespiratory support for failing lungs, heart, or both.
From the Journals
Severe influenza increases risk of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis in the ICU