The FlightBridgeED Podcast
Episodes
E89: The Ketamine Response
21 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to RSI in the pre-hospital setting, Ketamine is our new best friend. There are many more benefits to using this medication within severa...
E88: How to Read a Clinical Trial Paper
25 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric unpacks the often complicated subject of clinical trials. We all want to know the latest and great...
E87: Damage Control RSI
11 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric introduces Damage Control RSI. While some of the concepts discussed are not necessarily new concep...
E86: Yellow Jacket Attack - A Nightmare Series Podcast
18 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Their dagger-like stingers drip with venom as they seek a victim to cut down in the wake of their horrific swarm. There is no time to waste as the poi...
FBE Public Service Announcement
06 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
FlightBridgeED Public Service Announcement - The new website has been released! Take a listen then go to www.flightbridgeed.com and sign up! Registrat...
E85: REBOA - with Dr. Zaffer Qasim
20 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Zaffer Qasim to discuss the history, application, and data of REBOA (Resuscitative...
E84: 28 Month-Old Collapse
25 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, the swirling mists of secrecy cover a young life with an esoteric mystery diagnosis. As we shine our fl...
E83: Find Your Greatness - Find what inspires you and do it more!
18 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast Eric chooses to move off the well-worn path for a moment, motivating us to breathe more passion into wha...
E82: 50 Foot Fall From Radio Tower
24 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A tedious and trembling silhouette ascends a precarious perch into a tower thrust high in the skies. A moment's mistake forces the twisted hand of fat...
E81: Push-Dose Pressors: Literature Review and Update
14 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A follow-up to our previous push-dose pressor podcast. Even though there is substantial evidence for push-dose pressors in certain situations, the air...
E80: TBI: Understanding Current Therapies - part 2
09 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
After laying the foundations in the previous podcast, we dive below the dura mater in part 2 of the TBI series and take a look at subarachnoid, intrav...
E79: IABP: Therapy Overview & Pearls with Kelly Miller
01 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast Eric is joined by Kelly Miller, Regional Clinical Manager for Air Methods, Inc., to demystify the techni...
E78: TBI: Understanding Current Therapies - part 1
26 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric begins part 1 of a series of podcasts regarding traumatic brain injury, with an in-depth examinati...
One of the Most Important Podcast We Have Ever Made
09 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We generally never mix these two very unique podcasts, but this podcast is quite possibly the most important podcast we have ever published. A pillar ...
E77: Lactate: Myths & Evidence Reivew
05 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric picks up his magnifying glass and takes a close look at serum lactate. Is there enough evidence to...
E76: BiPAP: Do you understand absolute versus additive
13 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgED Podcast, BiPAP is nothing new for us, but do we understand the correct way to set up our transport ventilators to...
E75: Changing Airway Management Culture: Using the HEAVEN Criteria, VL and Decision Making with Dave Olvera
14 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, special guest Dave Olvera joins Eric on the show to bring our community some incredible facts, figures,...
E74: Approaching Aristotle
07 Dec 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this ground-breaking episode, special guest Michael Lauria joins Eric Bauer to present one of the most astoundingly captivating concepts that you w...
E73: Absorption Atelectasis: Are We Missing This Important Concept
29 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric shines a revealing light on the detrimental effects of nitrogen washout on our patient's alveoli a...
E72: Trending Topics: Ketamine and Paralytics - Dissecting the Research
16 Nov 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the FlightBridgeED podcast, Eric pulls together the evidence for the traditional drugs we push during RSI, for sedation and paralyt...
E71: Long Acting Paralysis: Treatment and Paralysis
26 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric addresses an e-mail from listener and critical care provider Ryan Wyatt of Tuscon, Arizona regardi...
E70: The Traumatic Airway: A Nightmare Series Podcast
05 Oct 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a nightmare creeps from the tattered remains of a beaten and bruised patient. The wrenching grasp of de...
E69: Inferior Wall MI: Debakey I Tear
23 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a patient's life perches precariously atop a critical decision. What terrifying malady stands behind th...
E68: Sodium Bicarbinate Treatment in Acidosis - An Update to a Long-term Debate
07 Sep 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric discusses the issue of sodium bicarb treatment in acid-base disorders through the lens of new evid...
E67: NIPPV Hypoxemic vs Hypercapnic Strategies
30 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric outlines the application guidelines and strategies for effective non-invasive positive pressure ve...
Ventilator Management Book Pre-Release Sale
20 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Pre-order this exciting new book from Eric Bauer and FlightBridgeED Ventilator Management: A Pre-Hospital Perspective, written in a conversational sty...
E66: Ventilator Management - Ventilation Failure: Auto-PEEP Strategies
13 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric clarifies and defines the role of Auto-PEEP. This often neglected measurement has big implications...
E65: Inodilators: Dobutamine & Milrinone
03 Aug 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we continue our conversation about hemodynamic pharmacology started in our previous podcast titled Pure...
E64: In-Flight Delivery: A Nightmare Series Podcast
27 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, like a creature stepping forth from another dimension, an unexpected delivery catches the bewildered fl...
E63: Fluidology 201: Plasmalyte, Normosol, Dextran, and Albumin
20 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric takes a suggestion from our community and dives into the "other" fluids. While these fluids aren't...
E62: Ketamine 2.0: Debunking the Myths with Dr. Mike Abernethy
13 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we dive further into our exploration of Ketamine - a great medication, but one with lots of misconceptions. Join Eric and very special...
E61: LVADS - An Interview with ASTNA President Allen Wolfe
06 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric talks with ASTNA President Allen Wolfe.
SecondShift Advertisement
02 Jul 2015
Contributed by Lukas
SecondShift, a new podcast from FlightBridgeED with Eric Bauer and Mike Verkest. This podcast covers a lot of the current issues and trends in the Hel...
E60: Pediatric Drowning: A Nightmare Series Podcast
15 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, an unthinkable horror glides through dark waters with a terrible appetite for fresh, tender flesh. Join...
E59: Fluidology 101
01 Jun 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric rides the waves of knowledge as he sheds light on the various fluids we use in our practice. Join ...
E58: TXA in TBI: ROC Trial with Mike Verkest
25 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric Bauer and special guest Michael Verkest discuss TXA in traumatic brain injuries. Join us for the f...
E57: Rx Special Feature: Ketamine
19 May 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric takes some time to unpack this week's spotlight medication, Ketamine. This medication has been aro...
E56: Pure Vasopressors
27 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric covers neo-synephrine, and vasopressin as they are used in the pre-hospital and critical care clin...
E55: Pulmonary Collapse
09 Apr 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a mysterious traveler from the deep south winds his way into town. Why is he there? Who is he? As he mo...
E54: Passive Oxygenation: What Do The Studies Say?
23 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we take an in-depth look at the concept of passive oxygenation and camp out in the literature and studi...
E53: Ventilator Associated Pneumonia
13 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, below the tempest-driven surface of the deep and plunging into the murky, gray depths, a struggling sou...
E52: Get Rid of Dopamine in EMS
02 Mar 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, dopamine comes under fire in the pre-hospital setting. Is this old-school medication finished? Join us ...
E51: 3 Amazing Concepts
23 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric draws the map to some interesting and controversial new research. What is REBOA? Do you need that ...
E50: Hypoxic Status Seizure
16 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Claustrophobic and dark hallways surround our patients as they hysterically shake and fly to free themselves from the ever-tightening grasp of a hypox...
E49: Update 2015 - BIG NEWS!
02 Feb 2015
Contributed by Lukas
Come and taste what's been cooking in the FlightBridgeED kitchen for 2015! During this podcast, Eric talks about a few things that are in the works, m...
E48: The Post-Arrest Nightmare
26 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, THE DEAD WALK... join us to learn more about this terrifying episode and discover the perilous struggle...
E47: Ventilator Strategy: Hypotension
12 Jan 2015
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric unpacks and examines a new ventilator strategy for hypotensive trauma patients. This strategy invo...
E46: Neo-Sticks: Push Dose Pressors in RSI
05 Dec 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss how to use push dose pressors to offset the effects caused by sedation and paralysis on hemo...
E45: The Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve: A Resuscitation Paradigm
08 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric helps us develop the concept of the oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve, left and right shifts, and o...
E44: The Subarachnoid Bleed
22 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, creeping and crawling, silently weaving a web of destruction, a small, venomous disease unleashes its d...
E43: Takotsubo Apical Ballooning Syndrome
07 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, terror from the deep rises from the blackest abyss to wrap its tentacles around an innocent woman who h...
E42: The Nightmare Patient: Advanced Hemodynamic Case Study
14 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a patient comes precariously close to disaster as a microscopic fiend unleashes its fury on an unsuspec...
E41: The Nightmare Patient - Neonatal Respiratory Arrest
17 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a looming shadow is cast over an innocent crib as an unseen hand holds the fate of a tiny child in its ...
E40: FlightBridgeED Early 2014 Update
01 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, Eric discusses new product roll-outs and a few plans for the future! Thanks, and congratulations to the...
E39: Sedation = Delirium: A Recipe for Disaster
03 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we pick up a conversation we began in a previous podcast (Forget the PARALYSIS and Treat the PAIN). Now...
E38: The Nightmare Patient: IABP Cardiac Arrest
11 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a perfect storm is rising over a terribly complicated case. Juggling a multitude of therapies and way b...
E37: aVR - The Forgotten Lead
16 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast we discuss aVR as a diagnostic 12-lead tool and apply this to a patient case study. Find out more about ...
E36: The Nightmare Patient: Left Main Dominant
18 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a cardiac patient with a genetic anomaly is in a precarious battle for life against a deadly attacking ...
E35: Pediatric Asthma: The New Approach
04 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, traditional asthma treatments come under scrutiny as evidence-based medicine demonstrates a better way!
E34: Identifying Horsepower - Huh?
21 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Seriously? What does horsepower have to do with critical care medicine? Who comes up with this stuff???
E33: The Nightmare Patient 2: ARDS
07 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, a patient struggles to breathe as illness grips them tightly by the throat. Death looms close by watchi...
E32: The Lethal Trauma Triad
23 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we take some time to look at 3 very cricual elements of trauma management that lead to successful patie...
E31: Case Study: The Nightmare Patient
10 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, evil lurks around every corner as we dissect the flesh from a terrifying case study. Is there no way ou...
E30: Forget the Paralysis and Treat the Pain!
26 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss the need for good pain management when dealing with intubated patients. We further deal with...
E29: Pressure Regulated Volume Control - What Is It?
12 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss the PRVC mode of ventilation in depth. While not a new mode of ventilation, it has seen more...
E28: Oxygenation vs Ventilation: How Do We Fix The Problem?
29 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast we discuss oxygenation and ventilation. These important concepts are cornerstone principles in properly ...
E27: Manipulating Gas Laws in Critical Care Medicine
15 Jul 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss five gas laws related to flight physiology and investigate their effects on patient disease ...
E26: Remembering Our Fallen Brothers
14 Jun 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we briefly discuss the recent tragedy of AEL 109 and the importance of safety. No matter what you do, there is always a very real dan...
E25: Cardiac Pharmacology and Vasopressors
20 May 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we survey cardiac pharmacology as it relates to beta blockers and vasopressors.
E24: Sepsis - A Pre-Hospital Approach
06 May 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we take a look at sepsis and septic shock, discussing criteria, stages, outcomes, and treatment strateg...
E23: ETCO2 - Cardiac Output and Intubation Concepts
22 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we examine ETCO2 and its role in cardiac output and intubation confirmation.
E22: Tranexamic Acid and Trauma Resuscitation
08 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss DIC (Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation) related to trauma resuscitation and Tranexamic ...
E21: DKA - A How to Approach
01 Apr 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss Diabetic Ketoacidosis and use a scenario to demonstrate physiological indicators and treatme...
E20: PIP vs pPlat
25 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
PIP and pPlat are vital to effective ventilator management. These two values go hand-in-hand but are often misunderstood and often neglected. In this ...
E19: FlightBridgeED Update and Thank You
18 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
We are changing pace a little this week and just taking some time to recognize the efforts of our community and their contribution to the success and ...
E18: Dominating Acid-Base Balance - Part 3
11 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this third and final installment of the Dominating Acid-Base Balance series, we discuss Winter's Formula and strategies for affecting a change in p...
E17: Dominating Acid-Base Balance - Part 2
05 Mar 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of this two-part series, we discuss strong and weak acids, what fills the anion gap, and how sodium chloride, CO2, Sodium Bicarbonate, and p...
E16: Dominating Acid-Base Balance - Part 1
25 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of this 3-episode series lays the foundation of Dominating Acid-Base Balance. It will include a philosophical and clinical exploration of pH, P...
E15: Traumatic Arrest: What Are We Treating?
18 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The FlightBridgeED Podcast, we discuss ethical and practical aspects of traumatic arrest resuscitative practices.
E14: Pressure Control: PRVC Modes of Ventilation
11 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Eric clearly explains the importance and implementation of pressure-controlled ventilation modes. These modes are generally less unde...
E13: Sedation and Pain Management
04 Feb 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Good sedation and pain management are essential to managing the intubated patient. In this podcast, Eric Bauer explores why this is so vital and discu...
E12: Trauma Management: Fluid Resuscitation and Permissive Hypotension
28 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Bauer discusses hypovolemic shock, permissive hypotension techniques, and theory, and how fluid affects oxygenation.
E11: Cardiac Arrest: Intubation or BVM?
21 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
New ACLS standards regard quality CPR above advanced airway placement. Are they right?
E10: 12-Lead: LBBB and Sgarbossa Criteria
17 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 2 of a two-part series covering 12-lead ECG interpretation, focusing on LBBB and Sgarbossa criteria.
E9: 12-Lead: A Fundamental Approach
16 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
This is part 1 of a 2-part series covering 12-lead ECG fundamentals.
E8: The Platinum 10
15 Jan 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Bauer discusses the importance of the first "Platinum 10" minutes and its key relationship to the "Golden Hour."
E7: Ventilator Management In The EMS World - Part 3
19 Dec 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this three-part education series, Eric presents ventilator management approaches and strategies for different patient presentations. We also apply ...
E6: Ventilator Management In The EMS World - Part 2
16 Dec 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this 3 part education series, Eric Bauer discusses ventilator management in the critical care environment and the different ventilation modes.
E5: Ventilator Management In The EMS World - Part 1
12 Dec 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this three-part education series, Eric Bauer discusses ventilator management in the critical care environment. We look closely at cellular respirat...
E4: RSI: Doing It Right! - Part 2
24 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this two-part series, Eric discusses RSI and all aspects of related drug pharmacology, providing insight into implementation in the critical care s...
E3: RSI: Doing It Right! - Part 1
12 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
In this two-part series, Eric discusses RSI and all aspects of related drug pharmacology, providing insight into implementation in the critical care s...
E2: Cellular Respiration
08 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Bauer explains everything about oxygenation. We examine cellular respiration and diffusion, ventilation/perfusion, shunt, VQ mismatches, and the ...
E1: Introduction
01 Nov 2012
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Bauer introduces himself and The FlightBridgeED Podcast. In this first episode, he briefly describes this educational podcast series and the orig...