Rapid Response RN

By Sarah LorenziniMedicine Health & Fitness Education

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March 29, 202347: Hyperkalemia Cardiac Arrest Part 2: Treatment
Today we are diving deeper into hyperkalemia cardiac arrest as we present you with part two of last week’s episode where we talked about our hyperkalemia case study Ms. Wanda. If you haven’t already, we highly recommend you check out episode 46!
Ever heard of the hyperkalemia cocktail? This cocktail, when administered in the correct order and the correct way, can help temporarily shoot the potassium back into the cell and lower the serum potassium. Disclaimer here, this treatment does not fix your patient’s potassium, it only buys you time.
In today’s episode you will hear what these cocktails of drugs are, when and how to administer them, how they affect potassium excretion, and much more!
Tune in for some sciency fun and helpful nursing tips!

Topics discussed in this episode:

Treating the source and options for potassium excretion
Cocktail of drugs that shift potassium out of the bloodstream
The order to administer the cocktail of drugs and what each one does
How calcium prevents hyperkalemia induced arrhythmias
Nursing considerations for calcium administration
Tips for IV insulin administration
When to consider re-dosing the patient with the cocktail
How much albuterol to administer and its effects
Best way to administer bicarb to an acidotic patient
They normal saline vs lactated ringers debate for fluid resuscitation

If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com

To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
20 min
March 21, 2023 46: Hyperkalemia Cardiac Arrest Part 1
What causes hyperkalemia, what are the signs and symptoms, and why is it such a big deal?
17 min
March 21, 202346: Hyperkalemia Cardiac Arrest Part 1
This isn’t your average hyperkalemia story! Today, host Sarah Lorenzini is sharing the story of Ms. Wanda, a frequent visitor to the ER who came in one day complaining of weakness — and then went into cardiac arrest as she was being examined.
In this episode, Sarah walks us through her surprising visit and how she reached the diagnosis of hyperkalemia. You’ll learn the signs of hyperkalemia, how to detect it, and what can cause hyperkalemia.
Listen to part one of Ms. Wanda’s story, and tune in next week to learn the treatment for hyperkalemia!
Topics discussed in this episode:

Background on Sarah’s patient, Ms. Wanda
Why her potassium levels were so high
How hyperkalemia can evolve towards cardiac arrest
Ms. Wanda’s signs of hyperkalemia
Progression of an ECG changes with hyperkalemia
Symptoms of hyperkalemia
Causes of hyperkalemia

Supplement this episode with educational visuals of hyperkalemia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheRapidResponseRN/

If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com

To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
17 min
March 10, 2023 45: Q&A: "How Can I Become a Rapid Response Nurse?"
Thinking about switching specialties and trying something new? In this episode, Sarah breaks down what she has learned about some of the different Nursing specialties and what the best path is towards becoming a Rapid Response Nurse.
25 min
March 10, 202345: Q&A: "How Can I Become a Rapid Response Nurse?"
In this episode, host Sarah Lorenzini is answering a frequently asked question: How do I prepare for a career as a rapid response nurse?
Listeners have been coming to her DMs wanting to know, so Sarah’s breaking down the role of a rapid response nurse and what the day-to-day grind might look like. She goes over the skills and work styles that compliment this role, and who should avoid it.
Sarah also shares the two questions she uses to assess every nurse interviewing to join her rapid response team. These two questions don’t just apply to those interested in Rapid Response Nursing… they are helpful to any nurse trying to figure out what type of Nursing role they want to pursue or if it’s time to make the switch to a different specialty. You want to take the time to answer them for yourself!
Rapid response nursing is more than just responding to emergencies, so tune in to find out what the role entails and if it’s right for you.
Topics discussed in this episode:
The role of a rapid response nurse
Aspects of the job you might not expect
Differences between the ER, CVICU, and Rapid Response
Skills you need as a rapid response nurse
How to prepare to be a rapid response nurse
The two interview questions Sarah asks every nurse

If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com

To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
25 min
March 03, 2023 44: "Heart Attack" or Anxiety?
When your patient says they have chest pain, what is your role as a Nurse?
23 min
March 03, 202344: "Heart Attack" or Anxiety?
“As nurses, we care for a lot of patients with anxiety, right? We have to fight not to get jaded and write off our patient's symptoms. It would've been easy for this nurse to just administer some Xanax or Ativan and gone on with her shift. It's not like the patient's vitals were super high or super low, but this nurse tapped into two things: her intuition and critical thinking skills.”
You may recall this quote from an earlier episode, but we’re revisiting it today because discerning between a heart attack and anxiety can sometimes be tricky. There’s a lot to learn from this story of a patient that was experiencing a huge myocardial infarction but downplayed her symptoms as "just anxiety."
Listen in for a lesson in intuition, critical thinking skills, and MORE!
Topics discussed in this episode:
Sarah’s patient’s initial complaint and symptoms
What concerns the primary Nurse had about the patient’s presentation
Pathophysiology and treatment of inferior wall myocardial infarction
Revisiting the components of “M.O.N.A.”
Applying MONA to inferior wall MI
Nursing considerations for managing patients with a STEMI
How the nurse saved the patient’s life
How you should respond to a patient with chest pain

If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com

To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
23 min
February 24, 2023 43: Eisenmenger Syndrome With Guest Nick McGowan RN
On this episode, Nick shares about a patient with the highest pulmonary artery pressure he and Sarah have ever seen. Learn about Eisenmenger Syndrome, what assessment findings to anticipate, the pathophysiology behind this diagnosis, and how to treat it.
39 min
February 24, 202343: Eisenmenger Syndrome With Guest Nick McGowan RN
Imagine a patient with a SPO2 in the 80’s, not in distress, and acting normal. Their echocardiogram shows an atrial septal defect and a pulmonary artery pressure of 95!!! What can we do for this patient? What could cause such a high PA pressure?
Today’s guest Nick McGowan MSN, RN, CCRN, had this experience and is sharing his patient’s story with Sarah. Nick revisits how this case evolved, from getting test results to discovering his shockingly high PA pressure and transferring the patient to the ICU.
Many nurses haven’t heard of this condition before, but you’ll understand the pathophysiology of Eisenmenger syndrome and its prognosis by the end of this episode. We also go over the importance of establishing goals of care with patients, and the role of nurses in the ICU.
Nick is also a nursing educator, so tune in to learn his helpful tips on treating elevated PA pressures!

Topics discussed in this episode:

Nick finding his passion in intensive care nursing
How he became a Nursing Educator
Initial assessment of his Eisenmenger syndrome patient
The pathophysiology of Eisenmenger syndrome
Treatment options
What to remember when treating elevated PA pressures

Learn more from Nick here:

Website: https://www.ccrnacademy.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ccrnacademy/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/critical_care_academy/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@criticalcareacademy8312
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CCRNacademy/

Use the code "RAPID10" to get 10% off his e-learning course just for being a podcast listener! https://www.ccrnacademy.com

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If you would like to check out Sarah’s 1hr, 1 CE course, go to: http://www.rapidresponseandrescue.com

To get the FREE Rapid Response RN Assessment Guide and the coupon code for $10 off the cost of the course, message Sarah on Instagram @TheRapidResponseRN and type the word PODCAST!

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com
38 min
February 17, 2023 42: Dry As a Bone: Acute Kidney Injury
AKI is a common diagnosis for hospitalized patients. In this episode Sarah shares about a patient who developed and AKI from sepsis and breaks down the differences in pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal acute kidney injury and how to treat it.
21 min