Cardiovascular & Thoracic

Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) Basics

ECMO

ECG

REVERT Technique (Modified Valsalva Maneuver) for the Treatment of SVT

REVERT Technique (Modified Valsalva Maneuver) for the Treatment of SVT

Two-Syringe Method for Adenosine Administration

Here’s how to set up the two-syringe method for rapid administration of adenosine.

Dual Sequential Defibrillation

For patients in refractory V-fib you can try double sequential defibrillation. Here we show where to place the pads and how to do the procedure. Presented by Jess Mason, MD.

Transvenous Pacemaker

Jess Mason reviews the steps for placing a transvenous pacemaker, the initial settings on the pacing generator, and what gets connected to where and how.

Bedside Epinephrine Drip

To prepare a “Dirty Epi” drip you need 1 mg of epinephrine and 1 liter of normal saline. Using the filter needle, draw up 1 mg of epinephrine. Next, exchange the filter needle, and inject 1 mg of epinephrine into 1 liter of normal saline. Mix the solution, and make sure you’ve labeled the bag appropriately. Your 1 liter of normal saline now contains epinephrine at 1 mcg/ml. Start the drip at 1-2 drops per second, which delivers 3-6 mcg per minute.

Blue Protocol

Jacob Avila reviews the Blue Protocol for lung ultrasound.

Jugular Venous Distension for CHF

Dr. Jess Mason reviews the finding of jugular venous distension (JVD) aka jugular venous pressure (JVP) in a patient with an exacerbation of their congestive heart failure (CHF).

Pemberton Sign

To check for Pemberton sign ask the patient to raise his hands straight up above his head, with arms close to or touching his ears.

Pericardiocentesis

Discover the Pericardiocentesis procedure.