Introduction Assessment of hemodynamics is an important skill in the critical care setting. The goal of hemodynamic monitoring in a critically ill patient is to ensure adequate tissue oxygen delivery and end-organ perfusion. Low systemic arterial blood pressures are commonly…
Objectives This chapter will: 1. Help the reader understand the significance of acid-base disturbances in the critical care setting. 2. Identify common iatrogenic acid-base disorders in the intensive care unit. 3. Acknowledge common drugs used in clinical practice causing acid-base…
Introduction Assessment of hemodynamics is an important skill in the critical care setting. The goal of hemodynamic monitoring in a critically ill patient is to ensure adequate tissue oxygen delivery and end-organ perfusion. Low systemic arterial blood pressures are commonly…