Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Pediatric 2024 (MCCRCP24ON)-Vasoactive Agents and Support

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Ryan Morgan, a pediatric intensivist, discusses the pharmacology of commonly used vasoactive agents. He starts by explaining the general physiologic mechanisms of these agents and when they are indicated. He then goes on to discuss the different classes of vasoactive agents and their actions. Dr. Morgan spends a significant amount of time discussing adrenergic receptors and signal transduction. He explains the different receptor types and their locations in the body. He also discusses the G-proteins associated with these receptors and the downstream effects of their activation. Specifically, he focuses on adrenergic agents, vasopressin, and phosphodiesterase inhibitors. Throughout the video, Dr. Morgan presents case scenarios to help illustrate the application of this knowledge in clinical practice. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding the pathophysiology of shock and the indications for different vasoactive agents in order to make informed treatment decisions.

Keywords

Dr. Ryan Morgan

pediatric intensivist

vasoactive agents

pharmacology

adrenergic receptors

signal transduction

G-proteins

shock pathophysiology

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