Episode 107
This episode tells the tragic story of Max McKenzie, a teenager with asthma who died from anaphylaxis despite receiving "standard care." His death led his father, Dr. Ben McKenzie, to develop the AMAX4 algorithm. Educator and critical care transport nurse/paramedic Bruce Hoffman breaks down the algorithm and explains why the combination of anaphylaxis and asthma can be lethal, why IM epinephrine may not be enough, and why this is the time to be aggressive.
But this isn't simply about memorizing another algorithm. It's about developing the operational confidence to recognize when standard approaches may fail and override your impulse to "try the book answer one more time." You'll learn to identify time-critical scenarios, build red-flag combination awareness, and make high-stakes decisions without second-guessing yourself.
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Guest/Cast/Crew information-
Guest- Bruce Hoffman, Associate Professor, Critical Care RN and Paramedic
Host- Ross Orpet, Will Berry
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