ICU Primary PrepCast

In this episode, we discuss the functions of the liver, hepatic blood flow and the role of the cytochrome system in drug metabolism in intensive care.

In this episode, we discuss the physiology of neuromuscular junction, the pharmacology and the principles of neuromuscular monitoring.

In this episode, we discuss coagulation cascade, the principles behind ROTEM and the pharmacology of Tranexamic acid.

In this episode, we discuss the physiology and pharmacology relevant to an elderly patient admitted to the intensive care unit.

In this episode, we discuss 1. How does thermoregulation work in Santa? 2. How does a thermometer work? 3. What are the physiological effects when Santa returns to the North Pole?

In this episode, we continue to discuss how to prepare for primary exams at the bedside. We discuss carbohydrate metabolism, the pharmacology of TPN and the measurement of basal metabolic rate. 

In this episode, we discuss the pharmacology of oxygen, the physics behind oxygen sensors in the ventilator and the mechanism of oxygen delivery. 

In this episode, we discuss the anatomy of brainstem reflexes along with the pharmacology of mannitol, phenytoin and levetiracetam.

In this episode, we discuss the modified Pomodoro technique for bedside Primary exam preparation. We examine the neurointensive care patient to discuss the anatomy of CSF production, Cerebral blood flow regulation and physics of ICP monitoring.

In this episode, we discuss the modified Pomodoro technique to help Primary candidates prepare for their exams during daily bedside ward rounds. 3 questions were discussed in this episode - Pulse oximeter, Comparison between Noradrenaline and vasopressin, and physiological effects of hypoxia.

Join us in the latest episode of ICU Primary Prepcast, where Dr Mike Clifford and I discuss how every ICU trainee can prepare for their primary exams on their day to day ward rounds. We suggest using the modified Pomodoro technique i.e - 3 questions at one-bed space per day (25 min total) - One question about the pharmacology of one of the drugs that the patient is currently on - one question abou...

In this episode, Mike Clifford and I discuss how to answer some of the probing vivas. 

In this episode, we explore how the college examiner designs the viva and explores the knowledge on cerebral blood flow and NMDA receptors. 

In this episode, college examiner Dr Mike Clifford walks us through the metathinking of constructing vivas and the examiner's expectations with the real-time demonstration. 

In this episode, Primary examiner Mike Clifford from Victoria talks about the common pitfalls in the ICU Primary exam and shares his top tips for exam preparation.

In this episode, we discuss some of the important concepts of Respiratory physiology like FRC, closing capacity and mixed venous oxygen content.

In this episode, we discuss the anatomy and basic mechanics of the respiratory system.

In this episode, we discuss the physics of invasive and noninvasive Bp monitoring along with the principles of cardiac output monitoring. 

In this podcast, we discuss the physics of ultrasound and Doppler along with the principles used in pulse oximetry and EtCO2 measurements.

In this episode, we discuss the physiology of the central nervous system in depth.

In this podcast, Maddi and I discuss various frequently asked questions on GI Physiology. 

Haematology physiology is commonly asked in ICU primary exams. Join us in this podcast where we discuss haematology physiology in depth.

In-depth understanding of Immune system for intensive care trainee is essential. In this podcast, Maddi & I talk about innate immunity, MHC proteins, the role of T & B lymphocytes along with hypersensitivity reactions.

In this podcast, Maddi & I discuss hepatic physiology in depth.