The Critical Care Obstetrics Podcast

• Pet Peeves in Healthcare: Julie's Perspective

  In this episode of the Critical Care Obstetrics podcast, hosts Stephanie Martin, Julie Arafeh, and Suzanne McMurtry Baird discuss their pet peeves related to healthcare and critical care obstetrics. They emphasize the importance of accurate vital signs, the challenges posed by technology in simulation training, and the need for effective communication in emergency situations. The conversation also touches on the role of moulage in enhancing realism during simulations and the significance of engaging physicians in training. Overall, the episode highlights the critical aspects of training and teamwork in obstetric care.00:00 Introduction to Pet Peeves in Critical Care Obstetrics02:48 The Importance of Accurate Vital Signs05:54 Challenges with Technology in Simulation08:56 The Role of Simulation in Training11:54 Moulage and Realism in Simulations14:55 Effective Communication in Emergency Situations18:03 Understanding Team Dynamics in Critical Care20:47 Engaging Physicians in Simulation Training23:56 Conclusion and Future DiscussionsThe experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Critical Care Obstetrics Academy: https://www.clinicalconceptsinob.com/Follow us: Patreon: patreon.com/CCOB YouTube: @CriticalCareOBPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcareob/ Dr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112a CCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCare CCOB Facebook: ...

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• From Nurse to Patient: A Unique Perspective

  In this episode, Stephanie Martin and Suzanne McMurtry Baird speak with Nicolette Lewis, a labor and delivery nurse who shares her harrowing experience of nearly dying during childbirth due to a ruptured splenic artery aneurysm. Nicolette discusses the critical moments leading up to her emergency C-section, the challenges she faced during recovery, and how this experience has transformed her approach to nursing and patient care. The conversation emphasizes the importance of listening to patients, recognizing signs of distress, and the impact of trauma on both patients and healthcare providers.The experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Critical Care Obstetrics Academy: https://www.clinicalconceptsinob.com/Follow us: Patreon: patreon.com/CCOB YouTube: @CriticalCareOBPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcareob/ Dr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112a CCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCare CCOB Facebook: ...

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• Lessons Learned from a Sepsis Case: Conflict Resolution

  In this episode of the Critical Care Obstetrics podcast, hosts Stephanie Martin, Suzanne Baird, and Julie Arafeh discuss a complex case involving a postpartum patient experiencing sepsis. They emphasize the importance of clear communication, adherence to sepsis protocols, and the critical role of nurses in monitoring patient conditions. The conversation highlights the challenges of conflict resolution in healthcare teams and the need for teamwork and collaboration. The hosts also share valuable insights from listener feedback and discuss the significance of continuous education in sepsis management. Ultimately, the episode serves as a reminder of the impact that knowledge and confidence can have on patient care.Chapters00:00 Introduction and New Developments03:00 Case Overview and Feedback Impact05:54 Challenges in C-Section Delivery08:53 Postoperative Monitoring and Communication11:56 Identifying Red Flags in Patient Condition14:40 Differential Diagnosis and Sepsis Management17:28 Nursing Assessment and Data Collection20:40 Antibiotic Protocols and Patient Response23:31 Collaboration Between Nurses and Physicians27:33 Simplifying Sepsis Concepts29:32 Recognizing Clinical Signs of Sepsis31:28 Differential Diagnosis in Sepsis33:24 The Role of Communication in Patient Care35:07 Simulation Training for Sepsis Management38:10 Overcoming Barriers in Team Communication41:19 Managing Fluid Resuscitation in Sepsis43:12 Lessons Learned from a Sepsis Case46:59 Improving Sepsis Protocols and Education48:58 Navigating Conflicting Opinions in Care51:07 The Importance of Team CollaborationThe experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Critical Care Obstetrics Academy: https://www.clinicalconceptsinob.com/Follow us: Patreon: patreon.com/CCOB YouTube: @CriticalCareOBPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcareob/ Dr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112a CCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCare CCOB Facebook: ...

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• Cesarean Section is Major Abdominal Surgery

  Cesarean Delivery: Major Abdominal SurgeryWelcome back to The Critical Care Obstetrics Podcast with hosts Suzanne McMurtry Baird (Nursing Director) and Stephanie Martin (Medical Director) of Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics.In this episode, we explore why cesarean delivery is not just another routine procedure—but truly a major abdominal surgery. While C-section is the most common surgical procedure performed in U.S. hospitals, its seriousness is often overlooked because of its frequency. We discuss:Why 1 in 3 births by cesarean should not normalize the risksThe role of evidence-based practices: avoiding the first cesarean, neuraxial anesthesia, infection prevention, and family-centered careWhat makes it a major surgery: open abdomen, incision types, considerations in obese patients, and classical cesarean challengesSafety for mothers, babies, and support persons in the ORCommon complications including VTE, infection and sepsis, blood loss, injury to other organs, and the rising risk of placenta accreta spectrumWe also highlight our new lecture in the Postpartum Course covering PACU care and Enhanced Recovery After Cesarean, including RN qualifications, complication management, and communication essentials.🔗 Learn more about the Critical Care Obstetrics Academy and Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics at www.clinicalconceptsinob.comBe sure to subscribe, share, and leave a review so more clinicians can join the conversation!The experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Critical Care Obstetrics Academy: https://www.clinicalconceptsinob.com/Follow us: Patreon: patreon.com/CCOB YouTube: @CriticalCareOBPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcareob/ Dr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112a CCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCare CCOB Facebook: ...

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• Rural Care, Real Challenges: Telehealth & Critical Obstetrics

  In this episode of The Critical Care Obstetrics Podcast, Dr. Stephanie Martin sits down with Dr. Lexi Hill, an MFM specialist delivering high-risk pregnancy care via Telehealth to rural communities across the country.They discuss:✅ The realities of practicing MFM remotely✅ Gaps in rural obstetric care✅ What every clinician should know about managing high-risk pregnancies when specialists aren’t on siteThe experts at Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics pool their decades of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women to discuss the challenges encountered in caring for these vulnerable women. Dr Stephanie Martin is the Medical Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist with expertise in critical care obstetrics. Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, RN is the Nursing Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics with many years of experience caring for critically ill pregnant women. Julie Arafeh, RN, MS is the Simulation Director for Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics and a leading expert in simulation.Critical Care Obstetrics Academy: https://www.clinicalconceptsinob.com/Follow us: Patreon: patreon.com/CCOB YouTube: @CriticalCareOBPodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalcareob/ Dr Martin's LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephanie-martin-65b07112a CCOB LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/clinical-concepts-in-obstetrics/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OBCriticalCare CCOB Facebook: ...

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