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

ICU Primary PrepCast

#Epi 47 - ICU Primary - Bedside preparation Part 4

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.

#Epi 46 - ICU Primary - Bedside preparation Part 3

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.

#Epi 45 - ICU Primary - Bedside preparation Part 2

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 about the monitor attached to the patient - one question about the physiology related to that particular patient. In this podcast we discuss - Physics principle of arterial waveform analysis Pharmacokinetic properties of Midazolam Effect of PEEP on CVS physiology.

#Epi 44 - ICU Primary - Bedside preparation Part 1

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

#Epi 43 - Primary Viva 3 - Morphine & BMR

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

#Epi 42 - Primary Viva 2 - Cerebral Blood Flow & NMDA receptor

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. 

#Epi 41 - Primary Viva 1 - Propofol & Atropine

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.

#Epi 40 - Examiner's Top Tips

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

#Epi 39 - Respiratory Physiology - Part 2

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

#038: Respiratory Physiology - Part 1

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

#037: Physics and Monitoring in ICU - Part 2

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

#036: Physics and Monitoring in ICU - Part 1

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

#035: CNS Physiology

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

#034: Gastrointestinal Physiology

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

#033: Haematology Physiology

This podcast is about Intensive care pharmacology and physiology. This is created to prepare intensive care trainees for their primary CICM exams. However, it will be of benefit to anyone who works in intensive care and keen to acquire new knowledge or want to refresh their memory.