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Pharmacy to Dose: The Critical Care Podcast

Code ICH

May 23, 2024
Pharmacist and critical care specialist, Gabe Fontaine, discusses the history and challenges of ICU bundled care in the context of Code ICH. Topics include BP control, hemostasis, and future directions. The podcast explores time-based metrics in stroke care, anticoagulation reversal, surgical management of intracerebral hemorrhage, and the importance of the Code ICH bundle.
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Quick takeaways

  • Code ICH emphasizes early interventions like aggressive BP control and hemostasis for better ICH patient outcomes.
  • Implementing Code ICH protocols requires overcoming logistical challenges and balancing standardized bundles with personalized care.

Deep dives

Code ICH: Implementing a New Care Approach for Intracranial Hemorrhage Patients

The podcast episode delves into the introduction of a new time-based bundled approach called Code ICH for intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) patients. This approach emphasizes the importance of early interventions to optimize outcomes. Key components include achieving aggressive blood pressure reduction and early reversal of anticoagulation within a specific timeframe. The episode highlights the significance of smooth and sustained blood pressure management, emphasizing the need for timely and coordinated care to prevent complications and improve patient outcomes.

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