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Episode 123 - To Treat or Not to Treat: Hypertension

Heavy Lies the Helmet

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Navigating Hypertension in Critical Care

This chapter focuses on the complexities of managing hypertension in acute medical scenarios, particularly during ischemic strokes and neurological emergencies. It emphasizes the critical need for maintaining cerebral perfusion pressures and the careful selection of antihypertensive medications like Esmolol and nicardipine. The dialogue underscores the importance of timely intervention and precise monitoring to prevent life-threatening complications in high-pressure environments.

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