In Part 1 of Pulmcast’s endocrine emergencies series, we break down diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) from pathophysiology to bedside management. Learn how ICU and emergency medicine providers can recognize, resuscitate, and treat DKA effectively using evidence-based strategies.

We walk through the clinical criteria and step-by-step process for determining brain death. Designed for ICU and emergency medicine providers, this episode covers prerequisites, neurologic exam components, apnea testing, and documentation essentials.

We explore the clinical approach to hyponatremia, including pathophysiology, diagnostic workup, and treatment strategies. Designed for ICU and emergency medicine providers, this episode breaks down hypotonic hyponatremia, volume status assessment, and safe correction protocols.

Discover the health risks of vaping from a pulmonary and critical care perspective. In this pulmcast podcast episode, we unpack evidence, myths, and what providers need to know.