Christine Whitten

Anesthesiologist Kaiser Permanente. Author of Anyone Can Intubate 5th ed. & Pediatric Airway Management: A Step-by-Step Guide. Tweets=mine and ≠ med advice

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

@WhiteHouse Seriously. Where is the outrage? My 97 yo Dad who voted for Trump left the GOP over this sacrilege

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

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[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

During volunteer missions to the developing world, anesthesia equipment hazards include old, poorly maintained equipment in a foreign, stressful environment. Prevention requires preparation, vigilance, and ingenuity. #FOAMED #anesthesia https://t.co/z1wfzbSO1X

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

Anesthetic mortality during volunteer medical missions overseas is 20X higher than US stats. Providers trained in high-tech environments often have never used halothane or older style vaporizers. Discussion risks inhalation anesthesia/Halothane. #FOAMED https://t.co/bCKUUP4G6N

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

Perioperative hypothermia is a common, and often preventable, complication of anesthesia with potentially serious patient outcomes. Preventing it requires understanding its physiology and causes. #FOAMED #anesthesia https://t.co/FHGuUzrSSj

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

Children younger than 5 have a much higher risk of developing pediatric respiratory failure. Article discusses why a higher risk of hypoxia, an immature cardiovascular system, and inefficient mechanics of breathing increases risk. #FOAMED #anesthesia https://t.co/2DV46aFKGL

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

In absence of cardiac Hx, consider pediatric hypotension to be hypovolemia til proven otherwise. Infants/toddlers lack cardiovascular reserve and hypovolemia can proceed to cardiac arrest if not addressed. https://t.co/OJxcpzrfTU

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Using Video Laryngoscopy For Nasal Intubation https://t.co/ZkitZ92u1R

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Nasal Intubation https://t.co/dTRrKqVDPe

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

Avoiding Pediatric Anesthesia Problems — YouTube https://t.co/OwcuihoPTq

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

It is my honor to have been asked to lecture to the anesthesia post graduates in India. Topic: Common Problems in Pediatric Anesthesia. Sept 25, 2022 10am-noon India ST. #anesthesia #FOAMED https://t.co/mxigKCTqsj

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Failed Airway: A Supraglottic Airway Can Rescue Your Patient! https://t.co/x1fDbkRpJA

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Gastroparesis: An Anesthetic Risk https://t.co/go9Sx5XTIf

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

Pulmonary aspiration in anesthesia can be life-threatening. This article discusses how to minimize risk with vigilance, good judgment, preparation, and quick actions. #anesthesia #FOAMED https://t.co/bIb4IY5WSW

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

To be effective, cricoid pressure must be applied using the correct force, at the correct spot, using the correct angle. It therefore, requires good communication between intubator and the applier.  https://t.co/HbpqblhyfW

[Christine Whitten @CWhittenMD]

Failure of the anesthesia circuit, with inability to ventilate, is one of the most frightening anesthetic emergencies. You must act quickly to keep your patient safe and troubleshoot causes of the anesthesia circuit failure. Case discussion. #FOAMED https://t.co/ssaj0oI6js

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Avoid Nasotracheal Intubation Trauma By Using A Red Rubber Robinson Catheter https://t.co/H59WzlZXj0

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Pediatric Surgery Center Cases During COVID-19. The article discusses reducing complication risk for elective pediatric cases scheduled at surgery centers to avoid delay during COVID-19. #FOAMED https://t.co/ta8Moszi7T