What started as pancreatitis, turned into massive transfusion protocol and a visit to interventional radiology.  In this episode, Sarah, Katleen, and Marissa discuss a case that took an unexpected turn for the worse.  They break down the pathophysiology of pancreatitis, it's treatment, and the nurse's role in the patient's recovery.

18: It's Not About the Glucose... Talking Through Diabetic Ketoacidosis With Guest Christian Guzman Critical Care APRN

Do you want to go from dreading emergencies to feeling confident and ready to jump into action to rescue your patient?  
Well, this show will let you see emergencies unfold through the eyes of a Rapid Response Nurse.  With real life stories from the frontlines of nursing, host Sarah Lorenzini MSN, RN, CCRN, CEN, a Rapid Response Nurse and educator, shares her experiences at rapid response events and breaks down the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and the important role the nurse plays during emergencies.

If you want to sharpen your assessment skills and learn how to think like a Rapid Response Nurse, then Sarah is here to share stories, tips, tricks, and mindsets that will prepare you to approach any emergency.

Every episode is packed full of exactly what you need to know to handle whatever crisis that could arise on your shift.  It’s one thing to get the right answer on the test, but knowing how to detect when YOUR patient is declining and what to do when YOUR patient is crashing is what will make or break your day… and might just save your patient’s life.