Critical Care Alert – April 1, 2016
April 1, 2016
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Dyspnea and Asynchrony During Mechanical Ventilation
Breathing is the primal sensation of postnatal life, the disturbance of which produces the most profound sense of dread.
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What is the Best Rate Control Agent for Patients with Sepsis and Atrial Fibrillation?
Beta-blockers may be associated with better outcomes in patients with sepsis and atrial fibrillation.
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Does Acetaminophen Help Febrile Patients with Infection?
Scheduled intravenous acetaminophen lowers temperature but does not affect ICU-free days, mortality, length of stay, or adverse events in patients with sepsis.
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Apneic Oxygenation During Intubation for Respiratory Failure
Use of apneic oxygenation with a high-flow nasal cannula during endotracheal intubation for acute respiratory failure is no better at preventing arterial oxygen desaturation than usual care using pre-oxygenation.