How Not to Kill Your Patient

This episode of HNTKYP Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf take a deep dive into the high-stakes world of shock management. Why does it matter you ask? If you miss the early signs of septic shock, and 30% of those patients won’t make it home. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of shock – hypovolemic, distributive, cardiogenic, and obstructive – detai

This episode of HNTKYP delves into the crucial distinction between merely knowing nursing protocols and truly understanding them. Kevin and Dr. Wolf discuss the importance of nurses not merely performing tasks or following protocols blindly but grasping the underlying pathophysiology and the reasoning behind the actions they take and the medications they give. This episode highligh

This episode of HNTKYP takes a no-holds-barred look at burnout among emergency nurses, and it's not for the faint of heart. We're getting real about the brutal reality of the emergency department, where the relentless pressure cooks even the toughest among us. We talk about how burnout not only affects the nurse, but the team and most importantly the patient. It's a deep dive into

Understanding how to prioritize patient care is essential, particularly for new ER nurses. This HNTKYP episode offers a systematic approach to assessing and managing a typical patient assignment ranging from four to six individuals. We delve into the critical nature of effective report-giving and receiving, the significance of delegation and teamwork, and the risks associated with

In this episode, Kevin makes it back from the brink of death from the deadly "man flu." Just kidding, but he really was sick, and it inspired this week's topic on the respiratory season. We cover some of the most prevalent viral respiratory diseases and how to prevent them. We discuss red flags that may signify that your patient is in trouble. Our conversation delves into the col

In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf explore the scary task of triaging a pediatric patient. We will discuss the differences in completing a pediatric triage. We will talk about common emergencies by age and the fine art of a pediatric assessment. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Art-of-Emergency-Nursing-276898616569046/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJT

In this "intoxicating" episode of HNTKYP, Kevin McFarlane and Dr. Lisa Wolf explore the challenges of triaging intoxicated patients in the emergency department. They emphasize that managing intoxicated patients is far more complex than often perceived. The discussion includes intoxication as either a primary issue or a secondary complication, the pitfalls of anchoring bias, and the

In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf explore the effects of heat on both the body and mind. They discuss common heat emergencies, identify populations at heightened risk for heat-related issues, and discuss how certain medications can impact the body's capacity to cope with elevated temperatures. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Art-of-Emergency-Nursing-276898616569

In this episode, join Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf as they delve into the updates of the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) triage algorithm fifth edition. As the first contributor to this latest iteration, Dr. Wolf brings invaluable expertise, and provides profound insights into the changes incorporated in version 5. We will discuss practical guidance on how to implement this updated ver

Good documentation allows for a retrospective understanding of a patient's condition when they arrived and how it has progressed. Vital signs are particularly critical as they reveal trends and can help detect potential issues. But here's the real challenge, finding that sweet spot between meeting the demands of documentation and actually delivering hands-on care. We'll break dow