Background: A core ability of a capable Internal Medicine resident is ability to manage inpatient emergencies like arrhythmias and cardiac arrest. However, between 30-35% of first-year residents at our residency program fail their first attempt at an arrhythmia and cardiac arrest simulation exam, and more than 75% report not feeling confident by the end of [...]

Case Presentation: A 25-year-old female with a history of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), lupus nephritis, cardiomyopathy, transient ischemic attack, and epilepsy presented as an ICU transfer for Altered Mental Status (AMS). The patient initially presented to an outside hospital for this complaint, which was attributed to seizures. Her course was complicated by severe hypotension, again [...]

Case Presentation: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a critical intervention in cardiac arrest management, essential for maintaining circulation and oxygenation to avert irreversible brain damage. This case report highlights the impact of high-quality CPR on neurological outcomes, even after extended resuscitation.A 45-year-old sedentary female with multiple sclerosis (MS) and morbid obesity with a BMI of 53 [...]