Two‑Bag Triumph? What the Evidence Really Shows in Diabetic Ketoacidosis Care

Two‑Bag Triumph? What the Evidence Really Shows in Diabetic Ketoacidosis Care

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a familiar ED diagnosis, but the best fluid strategy is still up for debate. Many of us default to the traditional one‑bag system, even though it can be slow to adjust and prone to glucose swings. This new meta‑analysis compares one‑bag versus two‑bag DKA management across adults and children, examining hypoglycemia rates, time to resolution, and operational impact. Join Dr. Knudsen-Robbins as she breaks down what the evidence shows — and whether the two‑bag system truly offers a clinical edge.

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Diagnostics and Therapeutics: The Who, What, Where, When and Why of Lumbar Punctures

Diagnostics and Therapeutics: The Who, What, Where, When and Why of Lumbar Punctures

Lumbar punctures can be a high stress and difficult procedure for many. Dr. Knudsen-Robbins walks us through the optimal setup, performance, and troubleshooting of this procedure, including the ultrasound-assisted LP! Check out this article before your next LP attempt to breeze through this procedure with ease.

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