In this podcast we are joined by EM/CCM superstars Dr. Gabe Wardi and Dr. Kit Tainter, who discuss the physiologic effects of metabolic acidosis, the rationale for sodium bicarbonate administration, and its use in select critical illness states. An awesome podcast to start of 2022!
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