Critical Care and Pulmonary Knowledge Log:  (P=Patient, R=Reading, L=Lectures)
 
Learning Methods:

Patients:  It is advisable that the resident keep a log of the patients seen in order to direct his/her reading and future patient experience.  Lectures and reading will facilitate learning.

References:

Up to Date
The ICU Book by Paul Marino Ý

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1. Evaluation and management of:
   •   ARDS
   •   Shock
   •   Sepsis syndrome
   •   Hypoxia/hypercapnea
   •   Hemoptysis
   •   Pulmonary embolus
   •   Pneumothorax
   •   AsthmaPharmacology
2. Evaluation and management of the following cardiac conditions
   •   Acute Myocardial Infarction
   •   Cardiopulmonary arrest:
   •   Cardiogenic shock
   •   Hypertensive Crisis
   •   Pulmonary edema
   •   Dysrhythmias
   •   Aortic Dissection
3. Evaluation and management of the following neurological disorders:
   •   Coma
   •   Delirium
   •   Seizures
   •   Neuoleptic malignant syndrome
4. Evaluation and management of:
   •   Fluid and electrolyte disorders
   •   Acid-base disorders
   •   Nutrition status
5. Acquire competence in the performance of:
   •   Intubation
   •   Central line placement
   •   Thoracentisis
   •   Arterial line placement
6. Develop competence in the skills of end of life care
   •   Delivering bad news
   •   Pain management
   •   Ethics of withdrawing support
   •   Brain death