Deep Dive: Brain Death-Deep Dives: Brain Death Q&A

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In summary, when it comes to performing brain death exams, it is important to ensure proper pre-oxygenation, monitor the patient's temperature, and address any abnormalities in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Strategies for apnea testing should prioritize patient safety while aiming to prove life rather than death. Considerations for patients on ECMO and ancillary testing are also crucial to ensure accurate determinations. In cases where resources are limited, leveraging remote support and establishing clear protocols can help navigate challenges in conducting thorough brain death evaluations.

Keywords

brain death exams

pre-oxygenation

patient temperature monitoring

multidisciplinary team collaboration

apnea testing strategies

ECMO patients

ancillary testing

remote support

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