Critical Care Medicine Quotes

“Fat embolism triad Neurological alterations. Respiratory failure (ALI). Coagulation abnormalities (DIC).”
― Jean-Louis Vincent, Critical Care Medicine

“VIP rule Ventilate: give oxygen therapy, endotracheal intubation if required. Infuse: give IV fluids. Pump: use vasoactive agents first to raise arterial pressure if needed, then to increase cardiac output if required.”
― Jean-Louis Vincent, Critical Care Medicine

“Management essentials in the ICU: FASTHUG F=feeding. A=analgesia. S=sedation. T=thrombo-embolism prophylaxis. H=head of the bed elevated (30–45°). U=ulcer prophylaxis (PPI or H2 antagonists). G=glucose control.”
― Jean-Louis Vincent, Critical Care Medicine