SCCM Resource Library-Should We Apply Ultrasound to ALL Patients in Shock?

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Christopher Schott discusses the use of point-of-care ultrasound in patients presenting with shock. He emphasizes the value of ultrasound in determining the cause of shock and guiding resuscitation. Dr. Schott provides examples of how point-of-care ultrasound can reveal unexpected diagnoses, such as cardiac tamponade or pulmonary embolism, and show the effectiveness of certain treatments, such as fluid administration. He explains the difference between basic and advanced point-of-care ultrasound, as well as the importance of clinical correlation and recognizing the limitations of the procedure. Dr. Schott also discusses the use of point-of-care ultrasound in cardiac arrest and the management of fluid responsiveness. He concludes by highlighting the need for appropriate training and competency in using point-of-care ultrasound for patients in shock.

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Procedures, Shock Non Sepsis, 2022

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This session will engage the audience by addressing controversial topics in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), including the presentation of challenging cases that both support and counter the idea that POCUS is an indispensable tool in ICU care.

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Procedures

Knowledge Area Shock Non Sepsis

Knowledge Level Intermediate

Knowledge Level Advanced

Learning Pathway Cardiothoracic Critical Care

Membership Level Select

Tag Ultrasound

Tag Shock

Tag Cardiothoracic Critical Care

Year 2022

Keywords

point-of-care ultrasound

shock

resuscitation

cardiac tamponade

pulmonary embolism

fluid administration

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