Critical Care Crossroads
Critical Care Crossroads brings together a flight paramedic, a flight nurse and an ER nurse (and guests,) who probably spend too much time around sirens and sarcasm. We're here to talk about the real world of prehospital and critical care-the wins, the lessons, the close calls, and the stuff they definitely didn't cover in training.
Whether you are on the ground, in the air or somewhere in between, join us for honest conversation, clinical nuggets, and just enough dark humor to get you through your next shift. Listener discretion is advised.
Episodes
12 episodes
Ep. 12: The Prehospital vs. In-hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Commentary
Nicole (Paramedic) and Carson (Nurse) discuss the differences and similarities in managing cardiac arrests in hospital and out of hospital. Also chat, are we unc's?
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55:47
Ep. 11: Superstitions and Rituals in EMS (Plus Another Round of "Would You Rather?")
Carson, Jaden and Nicole have each had a long, busy week and decided to make a more light-hearted episode talking about superstitions and rituals in EMS*Special note from the editor-the software we use to edit the episodes had an update ...
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41:23
Ep. 10: Pulmonary Emboli are Sneaky and Scary
Jaden leads Carson and Nicole through a discussion about pulmonary emboli (PE's!)
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46:03
Ep. 9: Burn Case Study
The trio discuss a burn case with both in-hospital and prehospital perspectives
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56:02
Ep. 8: Placental Plot Twists
Nicole leads a discussion with Carson and Jaden speaking about Placenta Previa and Placental Abruptions. They also speak on blood administration and combine their experiences to deliver some fire OB content that you won't want to miss!
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56:44
Ep. 7: Clear as MIST-Patient Handoffs and Communication Along the Continuum of Care
Carson, Jaden and Nicole discuss their experiences with patient handoffs and communication in their respective corners of the healthcare system. They talk about what they've seen work, not work and how we can all help each other as the patient ...
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54:57
Ep. 6: Imposter Syndrome, Gatekeepers and the Courage to Jump
Carson and Nicole have a reflective conversation about imposter syndrome and the courage it takes to continue progressing in a career when you're unsure if you have what it takes.
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38:34
Ep. 5: EMS "Would You Rather?" (with Bonus Airway Chaos)
Nicole and Carson play an EMS-themed game of "Would You Rather?" while Jaden is away at work! They also play Carson's new favorite game: "Intubate or Nah."
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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41:23
Ep. 4: Lead Anyway-Mentors, Missteps and the New Age of Influence
Carson, Jaden and Nicole are back and discuss leadership in healthcare! They speak on leadership styles, formal vs. informal leadership, mentorship, social media influence and more!
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1:00:54
Ep. 3: All About Airways
Jaden is back! The crew discuss all sorts of topic surrounding airways! Preparation and indications for an intubation procedure, les advanced airways, medications, post-intubation considerations and much more are discussed from prehospital and ...
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1:04:50