9: Is it safe to peripherally administer norepinephrine?
We investigate the claim that norepinephrine is not safe for peripheral administration. Our guests today are Dr. Katarina Ruscic and Dr. Jamie Sparling of the Critical Care Division of the Massachuset...
11 Loka 201945min
8: Does ketorolac increase the risk of bleeding?
We investigate the claim that administering ketorolac (Toradol) increases bleeding and should be avoided in surgeries for which there is concern for bleeding. Claim 1. Administration of intraoperativ...
20 Syys 201935min
7: How do you reverse neuromuscular blockade? - Part 1 of 2
We investigate claims about reversal of neuromuscular blockade. Claim 1. Location of train-of-four assessment matters Claim 2. Train-of-four is unnecessary with "sufficient" time from the last dose ...
19 Elo 201930min
6: Is the sniffing position optimal for viewing the glottic opening?
We investigate the claim that the sniffing position aligns the "axes" and is the optimal position for viewing the glottic opening. Our guest is Dr. Keith Baker, Vice Chair for Education and a thoraci...
29 Heinä 201930min
5: Do preoperative anxiolytics improve patient satisfaction?
We investigate pro and con positions on preoperative anxiolytics. Pro claim: Preoperative anxiolytics improve patient satisfaction. Con claim: Preoperative anxiolytics delay recovery and discharge. ...
24 Heinä 201932min
4: Is it safe to administer cefazolin in penicillin-allergic patients?
We investigate the claim that an alternative antibiotic to cephalosporins (e.g., cefazolin) should be selected for penicillin-allergic patients in the perioperative setting. Claim 1. Alternative anti...
4 Kesä 201954min
3: Does morphine cause more nausea than hydromorphone?
We investigate the claim that morphine causes more nausea than hydromorphone. My guest is Dr. Daniel Saddawi-Konefka, program director of the Anesthesia Residency Program at Massachusetts General Hos...
16 Touko 201924min
2: Is it necessary to confirm mask ventilation before paralyzing?
We investigate the claim that mask ventilation should be "checked" or "confirmed" before administering paralytics. My guest is Dr. Daniel Saddawi-Konefka, program director of the Anesthesia Residency...
2 Touko 201935min
