Yesterday I posted the blog "Ventilation - Playing Defense." The blog addressed the reasons why we don't want to intubate a patient in metabolic acidosis, the correlation between VBG & ABG, and the importance of knowing your ETCO2 to PaCO2 gradient.

Podcast 114 - Vent Strategies & Metabolic Acidosis w/ Bryan Winchell
FOAMfrat Podcast
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The hosts and their guest tackle the intricacies of metabolic acidosis and mechanical ventilation, exploring the nuances of respiratory compensation in severe cases and the use of formulas like the Winters correction. They delve into scenarios requiring mechanical ventilation due to conditions like metformin overdose or DKA and discuss appropriate management strategies.
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