Arterial Line Placement
Arterial line placement is a very common procedure in critical care and emergency medicine settings. The most common indications are: Haemodynamic instability requiring continuous direct BP monitoring Titration of vasopressors (or other cardioactive drugs) Need for...
Survival Tips for Night Shifts
In the 14 years or so that I worked regular night shifts in the Emergency Department, I’m not sure I can honestly say that I ever fully adapted to them. It is well recognised that there is an increased risk of poor decision-making and errors at night, and it is,...
What to Expect at Your Emergency Medicine Training Post Interview
The Emergency Medicine training post interview is a source of great anxiety for many candidates. This interview is the final stage before gaining a UK training post that will run through to Consultant level. In this month’s post, Dr. Usama Basit shares his experience,...
