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In brief: what’s new and notable in critical care

Explore new and notable updates in critical care, including research into trends in intensive care admissions and outcomes for patients with stroke, the relationship between prolonged prone position ventilation and outcomes in intubated patients with COVID-19, and recall of awareness during paralysis in patients undergoing tracheal intubation. Review the latest data on early mobility for patients in the ICU, take a deep dive into the history and current use of noninvasive ventilation, and register for upcoming simulation courses designed to help you improve your mastery and enhance your practice.

Must-reads and more in CHEST^® journal portfolio

ORIGINAL RESEARCH

Trends in Intensive Care Admissions and Outcomes of Stroke Patients Over 10 Years in Brazil

Prolonged Prone Position Ventilation Is Associated With Reduced Mortality in Intubated COVID-19 Patients

Ventilatory Parameters in Obstetric Patients With COVID-19 and Impact of Delivery

High-Dose IV Hydroxocobalamin (Vitamin B12) in Septic Shock

Recall of Awareness During Paralysis Among ED Patients Undergoing Tracheal Intubation

CHEST REVIEWS

Prone Positioning for Acute Hypoxemic Respiratory Failure and ARDS

CHEST JOURNAL PODCAST

Recall of Awareness During Paralysis Among ED Patients Undergoing Tracheal Intubation
Brian Driver, MD, and Alice Gallo de Moraes, MD, FCCP (moderator)

VISUAL ABSTRACT

This visual abstract investigates whether prolonged prone position ventilation is associated with improved outcomes in intubated patients with COVID-19.

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Critical care resources for patients and clinicians

Clinician education resources to explore

PODCAST

PICU in the MICU: Supporting Pediatric Care During Public Health Emergencies

Learn more about the impact of the current, historically high levels of RSV and influenza infection and how adult ICUs can help improve care for critically ill pediatric patients.

INFOGRAPHICS

Seizures & Status Epilepticus

Review data on seizures and status epilepticus as well as an algorithm to consider when treating this common critical condition in the ICU.

PLAYER HUB

CC Doc, Help Me Sort It!

Test your knowledge of symptoms, diagnostic strategies, and treatments for a variety of critical care conditions with this fast-paced sorting game.

Patient education resources to share

The experience of critical illness and a stay in the ICU can be overwhelming for patients and their families. Help patients better prepare for and understand their illness and what will happen during their hospitalization with this information from the CHEST Foundation.

Downloadable guides include guidance on how hospital protocols have changed since the COVID-19 pandemic, definitions of each clinician who may interact with patients during their stay in the ICU, and answers to more important questions patients may have about their hospitalization and treatment.

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Critical care news and notes

Follow the latest critical care news

NON-RESPIRATORY CRITICAL CARE SECTION

Early mobility in the ICU: Working with the TEAM
Review data from recent studies into the benefits of early mobility for patients in the ICU and changes to Pain, Agitation, Delirium, Immobility, and Sleep guideline recommendations.

MECHANICAL VENTILATION AND AIRWAYS MANAGEMENT SECTION

Noninvasive ventilation
Take a deep dive into the two main types of noninvasive ventilation, including a look into the evolution of the technologies and recent data on their use.

CHEST DAILY NEWS

Experts highlight current state of diagnosis, management of post-care syndromes
Review a history of and recent innovations in the management of PICS, and review recommendations for treatment from presenters at CHEST 2022.

CHEST PHYSICIAN^®

Fluid Resuscitation – Back to BaSICS
Explore recent data on the optimal timing, volume, and type of fluid resuscitation for patients in septic shock from the Critical Care Network.

CHEST DAILY NEWS

Presenters explore impacts of ICU resource levels, optimized strategies
Maximizing limited resources is a continuing concern for ICUs in hospitals of all sizes. Investigate data from six studies shared at CHEST 2022.

CRITICAL CARE COMMENTARY

Toward a healthy and sustainable critical care workforce in the COVID-19 era: A call for action
COVID-19 has resulted in unprecedented levels of burnout among clinicians. Review recommendations to help protect the health care workforce now and into the future.

Build your critical care expertise with CHEST education

SIMULATION

Comprehensive Pleural Procedures With Cadavers

Learn methods for managing patients with pleural disorders in a safe and effective manner, November 17

SIMULATION

Extracorporeal Support for Respiratory and Cardiac Failure in Adults

Receive leading-edge instruction on best practices for ECMO through interactive trainings and hands-on simulations, December 7-8

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CHEST Annual Meeting

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CHEST SEEK™ Education

Written and peer reviewed by renowned experts in the critical care, pulmonary, and sleep medicine fields, the online CHEST SEEK Library and print publications include case-based questions and detailed rationales to stimulate and challenge your clinical thought process; help you prepare for certification or recertification exams; and allow you to obtain CME credit, MOC points, and CE hours.

CHEST SEEK LIBRARY

NEW | Test your knowledge with 150 newly added critical care questions, including multiple case-based questions on acid-base disorders, cerebrovascular disease, and mechanical ventilation.

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