Taming the SRU

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Ultrasound: Make “windows of access”. The Aircare package to increase DASH-1A airways includes placing patient on AirCare monitor, apneic oxygenation, 3 minutes NRB, bagging after paralytic given, starting only when patient > 97%, push dose pressors if needed for hypotension before paralytic, and make sure to use the checklist!

PPE 98

PPE Administration Ultrasounds Poisoning 98

Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

OCTOBER 9, 2024

This list is not all inclusive, there may be other challenges as well. Maintenance should be performed on any equipment before using in the delivery of patient care, this includes autoclaves, suction lines, ultrasounds, radiology equipment, etc. Determine if water is deemed safe to use and there is a sufficient supply of water.

Hazardous Materials 59

Hazardous Materials Infectious Diseases PPE Shock 59

FEMinEM

JANUARY 26, 2021

We couldn’t exactly follow the advice of staying home or avoiding sick people, and a vaccine felt like an added layer of protection needed to bolster our PPE. Although I was painfully tired, the worry kept me from sleeping well at night. Many of my coworkers were eagerly signing up, and I followed their lead.

CDC 52

CDC Research Hospitals PPE 52