The Daily 24 Hours Inside a Brooklyn Hospital: An Update
Dec 24, 2020
The podcast dives into the harrowing realities of a Brooklyn hospital's ICU during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the emotional strain on healthcare workers as they navigate urgent patient needs amid resource shortages. Intriguingly, it also showcases the contrasting excitement and hope when hospital staff receive their vaccinations, marking a pivotal moment. With personal stories and reflections, the discussion offers a profound insight into the challenges and triumphs faced by medical professionals.
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Medical Student's Mother
- Dr. Rosenberg encountered a medical student whose mother was a patient in the ICU.
- The student's mom wasn't doing well, raising questions about end-of-life care.
Differing Views on Care
- Doctors and families may have differing views on patient care.
- Families sometimes want aggressive treatment even when doctors believe there's little hope.
Code Blue
- A code blue was called, signifying the need for resuscitation.
- The code was for a non-COVID patient who ultimately survived.