Episode 39: The Respiratory Distress Podcast
Presented by Dr. Anand Swaminathan and PA Joseph Compitello
Learning Points:
The first 10 minutes are vital in treating a patient in the ED with respiratory distress
Have a systematic approach to these patients
Always be prepared with your airway equipment and devices
Ultrasound is a vital extension of the physical exam
A VBG can provide useful information in a patient you are unsure what direction they are heading
