Julie Arafeh discusses the administration of whole blood in obstetric massive hemorrhage emergencies with Dr. Alan Frankfurt, an OB Anesthesiologist.The experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.comDr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112aCCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCareCCOB Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clinicalconceptsinobstetricsDr Martin's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100024366859192

Suzanne and Stephanie discuss a case of peripartum invasive Group A Strep and highlight management opportunities. Listeners will also learn about the WAR on invasive Group A strep: W: Weird, wild painA: Aggressive interventionR: Rapid progressionThe experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.comDr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112aCCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCareCCOB Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clinicalconceptsinobstetricsDr Martin's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100024366859192

Amniotic Fluid Embolism is a devastating and rare complication of pregnancy. The A-OK protocol is commonly advocated for as a life saving therapy in this scenario.Dr Stephanie Martin reviews the case reports and discusses her opinions on the role of A-OK in AFE management.Go to www.amnioticfluidembolism.org for access to a free educational program on AFE.Case reports referenced:Wothe JK, Elfstrand E, Mooney MR, Wothe DD. Rotational Thromboelastometry-Guided Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in the Treatment of Amniotic Fluid Embolism. Case Rep Obstet Gynecol. 2022 May 18;2022:9658708. doi: 10.1155/2022/9658708. PMID: 35646404; PMCID: PMC9132692.Long M, Martin J, Biggio J. Atropine, Ondansetron, and Ketorolac: Supplemental Management of Amniotic Fluid Embolism. Ochsner J. 2022 Fall;22(3):253-257. doi: 10.31486/toj.21.0107. PMID: 36189093; PMCID: PMC9477128.Berry A, Salcedo A, Riba C. Atypical amniotic fluid embolism successfully treated with a novel protocol: A case report. J Case Rep Images Obstet Gynecol 2022;8:100109Z08AB2022.Rezai S, Hughes AC, Larsen TB, Fuller PN, Henderson CE. Atypical Amniotic Fluid Embolism Managed with a Novel Therapeutic Regimen. Case Rep Obstet Gynecol. 2017;2017:8458375. doi: 10.1155/2017/8458375. Epub 2017 Dec 21. PMID: 29430313; PMCID: PMC5753013.

Suzanne and Stephanie discuss the clinical presentation and diagnosis of pulmonary edema, including how to differentiate between cardiogenic and noncardiogenic pulmonary edema. They also address assessment of the pregnant patient with hypoxemia and management of both types of pulmonary edema.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode she reviews when to perform a perimortem cesarean delivery and walks through the key points in performing one. Despite these being very rare events, she has the unique experience of having performed quite a few of these in her career.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In her straightforward style, she reviews the physiology of cardiac output and helps the listener understand the pathophysiology of peripartum cardiomyopathy.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. This podcast walks you through a case study in preeclampsia to help you gain a better understanding of how and why things can go wrong.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode she explains why Mitral Stenosis can be a serious condition in pregnancy and will help you understand the key principles of caring for a pregnant woman with Mitral Stenosis.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics.  Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) doesn't have to be intimidating - listen in as Dr. Martin demystifies DKA pathophysiology and management principles.

Julie Arafeh, RN is a critical care OB nurse and expert on Simulation. In this episode, she shares insight on the common simulation mistakes gleaned from her extensive experience.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode, she simplifies the concepts of massive transfusion and explains the consequences of the lethal triad in a hemorrhaging patient.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode, she explains the pathophysiology of disseminated intravascular coagulopathy in a hemorrhaging patient. Dr. Martin takes a complex topic and makes it easy to understand and apply directly to patient care.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. This podcast makes understanding the hemodynamic changes and physiologic responses to hemorrhage straightforward. You will have a new appreciation for the value of vital signs after listening!

Julie Arafeh, RN is a critical care OB nurse and expert on Simulation. In this podcast she discusses essential Team Skills and their impact in a clinical environment.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this podcast she will review the pathophysiology of sepsis, making it easy to understand.

Dr Stephanie Martin is a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. In this episode she explains indications for intubating a patient with a straightforward, easy to understand approach.

Julie Arafeh, RN is a critical care OB nurse and expert on Simulation. In this podcast she explains key points necessary for effective communication in a healthcare setting.

Suzanne McMurtry Baird DNP, RN discusses the Maternal Levels of Care. She will break down what they are and the potential impact on maternal outcomes.