Critical Matters Brain Death / Death by Neurologic Criteria
Nov 30, 2023
Dr. David Greer, a neurologist and chair of the Boston University School of Medicine Department of Neurology, discusses the clinical guidelines for brain death and death by neurologic criteria. They cover topics such as evaluating brain death and donation, conducting the apnea test, limitations of ancillary tests, determining brain death and consent, and the importance of providing comfort to patients and families. They also share book recommendations and emphasize finding joy in everyday work.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Guidelines for Evaluating Brain Death and Donation After Neurologic Criteria
03:54 • 19min
Conducting the Apnea Test for Determining Brain Death
22:30 • 10min
Evaluation of Ancillary Tests for Brain Death
32:43 • 5min
Determining Brain Death and Consent
37:45 • 10min
Books, Wellness, and Helping Patients Pass with Peace
47:32 • 3min