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Coffee Break HEMS Podcast

Austin Kiserwww.kisercpr.com
Short-ish critical care medicine topics to help paramedics, respiratory therapists, and nurses expand their knowledge of critical care medicine and HEMS, operate better out in the field, and pass their specialty certification exams with confidence.
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Episodes

05.05 Should I start with CMV or PCV?

In this episode we'll be looking at the differences between CMV and PCV modes on the Hamilton T1. If you're not watching this episode on Spotify, you're wrong! Reach out on instagram: @coffeebreakhems

May 05, 202528 minSeason 5Ep. 5

05.04 CO2 mastery.. Hopefully

In this episode we'll be diving into CO2. How is moved, what the numbers actually mean, and how we get rid of it. finally, we'll top it off with a little bit of "why is that CO2 not normal?" Reach out: Instagram: @coffeebreakhems Shop: www.kisercpr.com/shop email: austin@kisercpr.com

Apr 08, 202530 minSeason 5Ep. 4

05.03 High Raw or Garbage Lungs?

In this episode, we'll be discussing the difference between static and dynamic lung compliance and how we can use these numbers to figure out if the patient has high airway resistance, low lung compliance or a mixture of both! Reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems email: austin@kisercpr.com Shop: kisercpr.com/shop

Mar 04, 202526 minSeason 5Ep. 3

05.02 Comprehensive Stroke Care (Feat. Tom Latosek)

In this episode, we'll be discussing comprehensive stroke care with Tom Latosek. He's a former paremedic and current Resident with a special interest in neuro. I hope you enjoy!

Feb 20, 20251 hr 1 minSeason 5Ep. 2

05.01 What are Ketoacids, and are they bad?

In this episode we'll be looking through the myths of ketoacids in the body and why they're absolutely required for life. Enjoy! Reach out: email: austin@kisercpr.com instagram: @coffeebreakhems Merch and books: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Jan 27, 202525 minSeason 5Ep. 1

04.17 The Stroke Syndromes (ASLS Part II)

In this episode we'll be discussing the six most common stroke syndromes. Yes, it's not just the hemispheres that can die, weirdly the whole brain can infarct. Reach out: austin@kisercpr.com Instagram: @coffeebreakhems Merch/Books: www.kisercpr.com

Jan 19, 202539 minSeason 4Ep. 17

04.16 Your Stroke Assessment Sucks (ASLS Part I)

In this episode, we'll be discussing a better EMS stroke assessment. Is it required? No. Does it make you a better, more well-rounded provider? Yes. Let's get over of fear of new learning and see if we can provide a better EMS stroke assessment for our level I patients.

Jan 05, 202535 minSeason 4Ep. 16

04.14 The Nuances of ROSC (Feat. Tyler Christifulli)

In this episode, Tyler and I will be discussing the logistics and nuances of ROSC care. Reach out: email: austin@kisercpr.com instagram: @coffeebreakhems Visit our Store: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Dec 02, 20241 hr 36 minSeason 4Ep. 14

04.13 Survival Guide to Cardiac Arrest Part III

In this episode we'll be discussing our final part of cardiac arrest survival: ROSC care. People suck at it, let's fix that. reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems email: austin@kisercpr.com shop: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Nov 20, 202426 minSeason 4Ep. 13

04.12 Survival Guide to Cardiac Arrest Part II

In this episode we'll be discussing the reversible causes of cardiac arrest for PEA cardiac arrests. Are the H's and T's a little outdated and only partially helpful? Likely. Found out more in the episode. reach out: Instagram: @coffeebreakhems email: austin@kisercpr.com Shop: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Nov 06, 202436 minSeason 4Ep. 12

04.11 Survival Guide To Cardiac Arrest Part I

In this episode we'll be discussing cardiac arrest and some the things we can do to minimize interruptions in chest compressions. Our current CCF data is disturbingly poor, and we can do better. Here's a few tips. Reach out: Instagram: @coffeebreakhems email: austin@kisercpr.com Shop: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Oct 23, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 11

04.10 It's your fault, own it (With Lindsey Ewing - @theprehospitalist)

In this long-awaited episode, Lindsey and I will be teaming up to discuss three important topics in the world of emergency and critical care. Hypervigilance, owning failure, and questioning everything. Don't miss out! Get our books and reference cards: www.kisercpr.com/bookstore Reach out on instagram: @coffeebreakhem Email: austin@kisercpr.com

Jun 30, 20241 hr 22 minSeason 4Ep. 10

04.09 Pediatric Emergency Respiratory Care (PERCS)

in this episode we'll be discussing the augmentation and escalation of pediatric respiratory care when we don't otherwise have a magic bullet. Reach out: austin@kisercpr.com Instagram: @coffeebreakhems Merch: www.kisercpr.com/cbh Books/Reference guides: www.kisercpr.com/bookstore

May 17, 202434 minSeason 4Ep. 9

04.08 Is the AHA Wrong? (Cardiac Axis)

In this episode we'll be discussing cardiac axis and its importance in the differential of several non-ACS conditions. Finally, we'll answer the question: is the AHA wrong in telling us to give adenosine for monomorphic wide-complex tach? This will give you the answer. Reach out: austin@kisecpr.com instagram: @coffeebreakhems Get a copy of our books! www.kisercpr.com/bookstore Get your CBH Merch: www.kisercpr.com/cbh

Apr 29, 202435 minSeason 4Ep. 8

04.07 Proning Severely Hypoxic Pt's (Feat David Hersey)

In this episode we'll be discussing the logistics of proning in the transport environment for severely hypoxic patients. Get a copy of the new Airway Management book: www.kisercpr.com/bookstore Go review it on Amazon today, Here: https://www.amazon.com/Clinical-Airway-Management-Prehospital-Hospital/dp/B0CY6CS3GK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=9AVH6EEE3AFF&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.fdc4TmQWEJEDpKtXZFLA0KEqGBiilwKttbBl6GZB0ktKHckKIvLBJwjBQDa0su9VE_ewMFje3reAFn0_FuAh9h4buzF36ja5FLWhtMiO8a4YXayWDKT6SCtOtjUJQJTppC21VZD...

Apr 10, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 4Ep. 7

04.06 Talkin' bout Airway Management (Feat: Dr. Haney Mallemat)

Today we were blessed with an interview with the one and only Dr. Haney Mallemat who is the founder of the ResusX medical conference and a critical care doc in NJ. Haney can be found on instragram @criticalcarenow where he shares his awesome wealth of knowledge with us on a daily basis. Dr. Mallemat and I will be discussing the logistics of airway management and patient resuscitation in a scenario-based format. Get your coffee break swag: www.kisercpr.com/cbh Get a copy of the airway book: www.k...

Mar 25, 20241 hr 45 minSeason 4Ep. 11

04.05 All things ETCO2

In this episode we'll be discussing why we breathe, how we remove CO2 and why the normal CO2 level is 40 (in the USA). Pre-Order the Clinical Airway Management Guide www.kisercpr.com/bookstore Get CBH Merch! www.kisercpr.com/cbh Reach out on instagram: @coffeebreakhems email: austin@kisercpr.com

Mar 16, 202439 minSeason 4Ep. 5

04.04 The Hamilton Series: Breath Types and Modes

By popular request we are adding a series of episodes throughout the year to delve into the Hamilton Ventilator as it is now becoming the standard platform the both in-hospital and prehospital critical care. In this episode we'll discuss what a "pressure ventilator" is and how the breath types work on the hamilton. Additional, we'll be talking about the basic modes of invasive ventilation on the platform. Reach out: austin@kisercpr.com Instagram: @coffeebreakhems Get a copy of the book or vent c...

Mar 01, 202431 minSeason 4Ep. 4

04.03 Talkin' bout Vasopressors (Feat Eddy J. Gutierrez MD)

In this episode I'll be interviewing the fascinating Eddy J. Gutierrez MD. Eddy is an critical care doc in Florida and the Author of " The Vasopressor & Inotrope Handbook". If you work in critical care and deal with vasoactive medications on a daily basis, you better own a copy of this book! You can follow Eddy on Instagram at @eddyjoemd and visit him on his website at www.eddyjoemd.com Reach out: austin@kisercpr.com Shop: www.kisercpr.com Don't forget to snag a copy of our new reference gui...

Feb 15, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 4Ep. 3

04.02 When Dispatch Doesn't Get It Right (Feat. Tyler Gausen FP-C)

In this episode, Tyler and I will be discussing a patient case he has several months ago that is a great example of managing several problems at the same time in the field. We also get into a great discussion on how to differentiate between DKA and HHS in the field as well as the differences in our considerations during an interfacility transport of these patients. Check out our reference cards: www.kisercpr.com/shop Reach out: austin@kisercpr.com Follow us on instragram: @coffeebreakhems...

Jan 26, 20241 hr 13 minSeason 4Ep. 2

04.01 ARDS: The death you didn't know you were responsible for

In this episode we'll be discussing our contribution to patient outcomes during our resuscitation of sick patients. We look at a few interesting studies that review BVM ventilation volumes and. How does this affect our patients, and is there something we can do to change this? Connect with us: austin@kisercpr.com instagram: @coffeebreakhems Visit our shop: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Jan 16, 202441 minSeason 4Ep. 1

03.19 The Achy Breaky Neonatal Heart

In this episode we'll be discussing neonatal congenital heart defects. From recognition to treatment, and everything in between. Reach out: kisercpr@gmail.com instagram: @coffeebreakhems

Mar 25, 202332 minSeason 3Ep. 19

03.17 Medicine Cabinet Murder Pt III

In this episode we'll be discussed the diagnosis and treatment of dextromethorphan overdose in the field and what we can do for these patients. Reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems facebook: /Austinkiser email: kisercpr@gmail.com www.kisercpr.com/register

Jan 23, 202316 minSeason 3Ep. 17

03.16 It Won't Fail Because Of Me

In this episode we'll be discussing the age-old question I get on a weekly basis. How can I be better? See our full list of 2023 courses: kisercpr.com/register and click the CE tab Ask me a question: Instagram: @coffeebreakhems facebook : /kisercpr emails: kisercpr@gmail.com

Dec 30, 202220 minSeason 3Ep. 16

03.15 The fetal heart rate is dropping!!

In this episode we'll discuss the four of decelerations you may see at the bedside during a high-risk obstetrical transport. What they are and how you treat them. reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems facebook: Austin Kiser email: kisercpr@gmail.com Check out our reference guides and vent management book: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Dec 26, 202218 minSeason 3Ep. 15

03.14 The 1 to 1 vent strategy

This episode covers the termed "1:1 vent strategy". when your patient have horribly high airway resistance AND high AutoPEEP there's no other place to turn. This strategy is rarely utilized because these patients aren't common, which is why it's so important to understand. reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems facebook: Austin Kiser email: kisercpr@gmail.com Check out our reference guides and vent management book: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Dec 12, 202225 minSeason 3Ep. 14

03.13 Why do we have so many fluids!?

In this episode we'll be discussing the various kinds of fluid we have available for infusion, when each is necessary and how our fluid compartments work. Enjoy! reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems facebook: Austin Kiser email: kisercpr@gmail.com Check out our reference guides and vent management book: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Nov 28, 202221 minSeason 3Ep. 13

03.12 How does digoxin actually work?

In this episode we'll be discussing digoxin and how it works in the heart. Then, we'll look at how it becomes toxic, what you'll need to look for, and how to fix it. reach out: instagram: @coffeebreakhems facebook: Austin Kiser email: kisercpr@gmail.com Check out our reference guides and vent management book: www.kisercpr.com/shop

Nov 13, 202214 minSeason 3Ep. 12
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