Crit Care Resusc
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Decisions about withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment (WWLST) from adults who lack capacity are an integral part of intensive care (IC) practice. We compare the knowledge, attitudes and practice of intensivists in relation to the law about WWLST with six other specialties most often involved in end-of-life care. ⋯ Improved legal knowledge and open engagement with the law can help manage the risk of harm to patients and protect intensivists from liability. IC guidelines and continuing professional development are important strategies to address these issues.
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To describe changes in the use of intravenous (IV) fluid by quantity and type in different regions of Australia and New Zealand. ⋯ The amount and type of IV fluid use, as determined by fluid sales, is highly variable across Australia and New Zealand. However, overall use of balanced crystalloid solutions is increasing and the use of HES has decreased dramatically.
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Letter Randomized Controlled Trial
Success of intraosseous access procedure in simulated adult resuscitation.