#Epi 49 - ICU Primary - Bedside preparation Part 6

In this discussion, Dr. Mike LeFord, an expert in intensive care pharmacology and physiology from Melbourne, dives into the intricacies of bedside exam preparation. He breaks down the components of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and its essential role in patient recovery. The conversation also navigates carbohydrate digestion from saliva to the bloodstream, illuminating glucose metabolism and its nuances. Lastly, Dr. LeFord sheds light on Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR), including assessment techniques and the importance of tailored nutrition for critically ill patients, with a humorous nod to carbs.