Central Line Insertion
He makes it look so easy, Dr. Sucher goes through preparation, appropriate markers and insertion of a subclavian central line.
Stop The Bleed
Bleeding is the single most common cause of death due to trauma; the power to save lives starts with a well-prepared First Responder.
Oxygenation
Do you know how changes to FiO2 can impact PaO2? Here’s a quick oxygenation refresher just for you!
Chest Tubes
Your patient needs a chest tube, STAT! Here is a both a quick and comprehensive review of chest tube set-up with proper insertion technique and placement confirmation.
FAST Exam
The FAST exam is an excellent tool for the rapid assessment of patients presenting with either blunt or penetrating traumatic injuries. We go through the various techniques this week with important landmarks and little tidbits of advice along the way – practice makes perfect!
Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP)
Do you know your facility’s MTP policy on the ratio of PRBCs : FFP : PLTs versus Fresh Whole Blood? Do you know how to calculate the need for MTP using the ABC score?
Percutaneous Tracheostomy
This week’s episode will walk you, step- by-step, through the percutaneous tracheostomy placement at the bedside. Dr. Sucher covers each aspect of proper placement along with important landmarks and other useful tips.
Posterior Hip Reduction
The Bigelow … Lefkowiz … East Baltimore Lift … Captain Morgan … no, we are not getting jiggy with this week’s #TraumaInAFlash, but check out this episode to find the common denominator.
Fascia Iliaca Block Technique
Insertion of the ON-Q Catheter requires a skilled Provider with steady hands and a trusty assistant. Dr. Sucher demonstrates this technique to ensure proper placement; most patients report immediate pain relief.
G60 & Hip Fractures
Have you heard of G60? Nearly 44% of traumas in Arizona are due to hip fractures from ground-level falls amongst the G60 population. While narcotics are not the best choice for analgesia for this group, there are alternatives including the Fascia Iliaca block.