Best Psychiatric Medication Withdrawal Podcasts (2025)

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HNTKYP: Urine Trouble: Urologic Emergencies That Can’t Wait 1:03:19

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf dive deep into the under-discussed but critically important world of renal and urologic emergencies. From the agony of kidney stones to the subtleties of urinary retention. They discuss the dangers of delayed diagnosis, unpack key presentations, triage considerations, and red flags that emergency nurses must reco…

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Getting Out of the Carnival Fun House Using (I∞T)® Advanced Level: Story Form 21:09

1M ago21:09

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Today, I share another interesting Story Form, using the metaphor of a carnival fun house, to help people heal from difficult, disorienting, and destabilizing experiences. Many of us have suffered in the past from experiences that made us question our reality and lose our sense of direction or orientation in life. We can become ungrounded, imbalanc…

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Gaining Confidence in Self-Sufficiency: Using (I∞T)® Advanced Level: Story Form 34:38

2M ago34:38

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One of my patients’ favorite Infinite Intention Techniques is an advanced approach called “Story Form.” It is even more powerful than EET! However, for a clinician, it takes a lot of skill, creativity, intuition, and insight to use this technique to help a patient. Today’s podcast uses Story Form to support and heal those who have experienced chron…

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Calm in the Chaos: Overcoming Political Anxiety Using EET to Empower Yourself 19:28

2M ago19:28

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Calm in the Chaos: Overcoming Political Anxiety Using EET to Empower Yourself Many individuals feel overwhelmed, anxious, and powerless in response to the current political climate. But what if those emotions can be resolved—not just mentally, but spiritually and energetically? In this episode, Dr. Alice Lee, holistic psychiatrist and creator of th…

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HNTKYP: Measles 46:37

2M ago46:37

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Measles: It’s Back, It’s Contagious, and You Probably Haven’t Seen It Before In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf dig into the return of a disease we thought had been eradicated in 2000. In case you missed it—we're in the middle of a national measles outbreak, and chances are high you've never actually seen a real case. Measles is back, and we …

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Beyond the Taper: Understanding Protracted Psychiatric Medication Withdrawal & Paths to Healing 32:08

2M ago32:08

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🎙 Beyond the Taper: Understanding Protracted Psychiatric Medication Withdrawal & Paths to Healing | Holistic Psychiatrist Podcast Welcome to The Holistic Psychiatrist Podcast with Dr. Alice Lee, holistic psychiatrist based in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Dr. Lee dives deep into the often overlooked reality of prot…

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HNTKYP: Alcohol Withdrawal 34:17

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf delve into a critical but often underestimated condition: alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS). They challenge the assumptions and biases emergency nurses may bring to patient care, particularly in identifying withdrawal symptoms in individuals who don’t fit the "typical" profile. The discussion emphasizes the impor…

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HNTKYP: Breaking the Silence: Leadership’s Role in Communicating Change 31:07

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf dive deep into the critical role that leadership plays in communicating change. Dr. Wolf, shares insights from a soon to be published study on how emergency nurses are being left in the dark regarding changes in practice laws, particularly around pregnancy complications in states with restrictive abortion policie…

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HNTKYP: What is your patient's code status? 41:38

5M ago41:38

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When "Do Everything" Isn’t the Answer. In this episode we discuss one of the most complex and emotionally charged aspects of emergency care: navigating code status and advance directives. We unpack the nuances of "Do Not Resuscitate" (DNR) orders, the dynamics of family presence during resuscitations, and the moral dilemmas that arise when patient …

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HNTKYP:Prisoner or patient, psychiatric holds in the ED 57:22

7M ago57:22

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf dive deep into the complex world of behavioral health in the emergency department. Too often, psychiatric patients are treated as though their visit is a carceral event—stripped of autonomy, dignity, and decision-making capacity. We explore the ethical dilemmas, systemic barriers, and practical challenges that em…

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HNTKYP The Medication Assessment 37:14

7M ago37:14

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Kevin and Dr. Wolf dive into the critical skill of the medication assessment. They explore how understanding a patient's medication list can provide invaluable insights into their overall health and guide essential clinical decisions, especially in high-stakes environments like the emergency department. The pair discusses the ethical and legal resp…

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How Spirituality and Religiosity Affect Mental Health 1:33:33

8M ago1:33:33

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Holistic practitioners believe in healing the mind, body, and soul. However, it's rare to find clear examples of an association between spirituality, religiosity, and physical well-being. Tina's (pseudonym) healing journey clearly illustrates these relationships. Despite decades of disappointment in her struggle to find the "right" medications, Tin…

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Breaking Stereotypes and Embracing Vulnerability 58:03

8M ago58:03

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What is mindful masculinity? Scott Grace's new book, Mindful Masculinity, made me wonder. Does masculinity or femininity exist, or are they artificial social constructs? Through songs, Dr. Seuss-like poetry, and profound and practical insights, Scott explores typical stereotypes of masculinity, often embraced by men to their detriment, and how to s…

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How to Beat Physician and Professional Burnout with Tomi Mitchell, MD 1:15:33

8M ago1:15:33

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Dr. Tomi Mitchell's new book: The Soul-Sucking, Energy-Draining Life of a Physician: How to Live a Life of Service Without Losing Yourself, discusses the soul-sucking side of medicine—aspects of work that cause burn-out among so many physicians and other professionals in stressful careers. Over the years, she has learned how to identify and address…

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Unfinished Business: Emily Continues Her Healing Journey 48:59

9M ago48:59

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After a year, Emily reached out to me to further discover any remaining deep-seated, underlying issues that impeded her ability to continue her path towards fulfillment and well-being. What brought her back to further her healing? What are the critical areas that must heal in order to succeed in sustaining long-term happiness, health, and fulfillme…

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Beyond the Carousel of Medications and Mainstream Narratives 1:06:01

9M ago1:06:01

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Beyond the Carousel of Medications and Mainstream Narratives isn't just about one person's healing journey, it's about a new integrative approach to treating "mental illness" beyond the standard of care that uses psychopharmacological interventions. Jupiter Leone spent 23 years on a psychiatric carousel of medications for depression, anxiety, and A…

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How to Achieve Abundant Finances and Fulfilling Relationships 23:34

11M ago23:34

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How to Achieve Abundant Finances and Fulfilling Relationships Creating abundance may be easier than you think when we use energy healing techniques to help us bring abundance into our lives. This recording was created for my patients and now it's freely available to you as well. I think we all need a little more abundance in our lives, don't you? T…

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Moral Courage in Restrictive Environments 46:04

11M ago46:04

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In this crossover episode of "How Not to Kill Your Patient" and "Art of Emergency Nursing," we dive into the critical topic of moral courage within the nursing profession. Kevin and Lisa discuss Lisa’s recent study on how emergency nurses handle ethical dilemmas, particularly in states with restrictive abortion laws. We explore the complexities of …

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Why Are Supplements Causing Negative Reactions? 11:59

11M ago11:59

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In this EET Healing Series, I share an EET template to help with hypersensitivity reactions to nutrients such as vitamins and minerals. I also include other innate, natural molecules that sometimes end up with hypersensitivity reactions. When the immune system becomes hypersensitized to nutrients, we can experience intense, chronic inflammation and…

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HNTKYP From Door to Care: Redefining Triage Success 39:34

11M ago39:34

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In this episode, Lisa and Kevin discuss the importance of accurate triage in emergency departments and its impact on patient outcomes. They critique current triage models that prioritize metrics such as length of stay and door-to-physician time over patient outcomes. They remind us that a thorough nursing assessment is essential for patient safety …

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Creating Post-Traumatic Growth 26:17

11M ago26:17

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Have you ever been triggered by an experience or even a bit of stimuli associated with some past trauma(s) such that your past traumatic suffering adds to your suffering in the present? Who hasn’t, right? Everyone’s mind is made to associate the current experience with past related experiences. But what if those past experiences are so debilitating…

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HNTKYP Floating (reposted) 19:35

12M ago19:35

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I found this episode from 2022 never posted so I updated the episode, but it didnt show up as a new episode so this is the repost. In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf talk about emergency nurses floating out to the department into other areas. Hopefully, this doesn't happen often but we talk about what to expect when it happens and how not to kill …

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HNTKYP: Anxiety 33:22

1y ago33:22

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This episode of HNTKYP features Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf discussing anxiety. They explore the complexities of diagnosing anxiety, emphasizing the importance of ruling out serious underlying conditions before attributing symptoms solely to anxiety. They stress the importance of not dismissing physical symptoms like tachycardia, tachypnea, and numbnes…

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HNTKYP: Distributive Shock (Podcrawl Edition) 45:16

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In this special collaborative episode, part of the "Nurses Podcrawl," Dr. Wolf and Kevin delve into the fascinating world of distributive shock. As part of a unique project featuring seven different podcasters, each covering a specific type of shock, our hosts take on distributive shock, exploring its nuances and critical aspects and this super coo…

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Episode 4 of The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Stop Whipping Yourself to Get Tasks Done 10:56

1y ago10:56

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Today's recording walks you through the Empower Energy Technique (EET) to help you address the habit of bossing yourself around to get tasks done. It was an EET template used during one of my sessions with a patient that I think many people would benefit from healing within themselves. Many struggle with attention, focus, and organization long befo…

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The Soul-Sucking, Energy-Draining Life of a Physician: How to Live a Life of Service Without Losing Yourself. Interview with Tomi Mitchell, MD 49:27

1y ago49:27

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Hello and welcome to the Holistic Psychiatrist Podcast! Our podcast today is about Tomi Mitchell, MD's upcoming book: The Soul-Sucking, Energy-Draining Life of a Physician: How to Live a Life of Service Without Losing Yourself. We discuss aspects of work that cause burnout among so many physicians and other professionals in stressful careers. Over …

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Periodicity: A Universal Energetic Aspect of Health 12:51

1y ago12:51

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Today's podcast provides a meditation directed toward healing problems with dysfunctional biorhythms and periodicity. What is periodicity? It means the quality, state, or fact of being regularly recurrent or having periods. It is an innate aspect of energy which carries a rhythmic quality that we detect in all vibrations. We can find periodicity an…

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Episode 1: Introduction to The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Healing from Negative Self-Judgment and Back Pain 15:39

1y ago15:39

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Introduction to The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Healing from Negative Self-Judgment and Back Pain I am excited to start The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series which share the EETs that I've done over the years with my patients that have been particularly useful for my patients and can be universally helpful for others.…

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Episode 2 of The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Healing from Emotionally Immature Parents 14:38

1y ago14:38

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Episode 2 of The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Healing from Emotionally Immature Parents I am excited to start The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series which share the EETs that I've done over the years with my patients that have been particularly useful for my patients and can be universally helpful for others. To start t…

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Episode 3 of The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Healing from Dependency on Psychiatric Medications 15:37

1y ago15:37

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Episode 3 of The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series: Healing from Dependency on Psychiatric Medications I am excited to start The Empower Energy Technique (EET) Healing Series which share the EETs that I've done over the years with my patients that have been particularly useful for my patients and can be universally helpful for others. T…

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Not Just Why, But How: Practical Advice on Creating an Ideal Diet - Conversation with Dr. Cori Stern 43:45

1y ago43:45

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For too long mental illness has been confined to brain health and neurotransmitter management. Today's conversation shifts the focus on the important impact of nutrition on mental health. Dr. Cori Stern shares her personal healing journey. In addition, I ask Dr. Stern some tough questions about how to handle all the many challenges that interfere w…

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HNTKYP A Review of Shock 40:09

1y ago40:09

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This episode of HNTKYP Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf take a deep dive into the high-stakes world of shock management. Why does it matter you ask? If you miss the early signs of septic shock, and 30% of those patients won’t make it home. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of shock – hypovolemic, distributive, cardiogenic…

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What is Trauma Resolution Therapy? Interview with Michael Gurevich, MD 53:23

1y ago53:23

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Michael Gurevich, MD, a holistic psychiatrist with decades of holistic experience practicing in Glen Cove, New York, shares his unique and valuable expertise on Trauma Resolution Therapy, an effective method for helping people resolve traumas rapidly and effectively. Learn what caused Dr. Gurevich to turn to alternative techniques to help his psych…

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Strengthen Detoxification Through Energy Medicine for Glutathione and Metallothionein 25:26

1+ y ago25:26

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Through my energy medicine training, I have learned to use energy testing techniques to assess patients' function. From my testing results, I have come to believe that many of my patients have difficulty with detoxification beyond the typical issues with methylation due to single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs). They also struggle with inadequate m…

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Enhancing the Endocannabinoid System from the Thought Up 16:42

1+ y ago16:42

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Building well-being from the thought up may be a novel idea, but as a holistic clinician, I've found the approach very versatile and helpful--not just in terms of psychotherapeutic benefits but as a way to support the physical healing process. This podcast provides a tool to help those whose endocannabinoid system (ECS) had been undermined by repea…

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HNTKYP Understanding the Why Behind the What 36:45

1+ y ago36:45

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This episode of HNTKYP delves into the crucial distinction between merely knowing nursing protocols and truly understanding them. Kevin and Dr. Wolf discuss the importance of nurses not merely performing tasks or following protocols blindly but grasping the underlying pathophysiology and the reasoning behind the actions they take and the medication…

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Energy Healing Technique on Cigarette/Substance Addiction 14:42

1+ y ago14:42

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Energy medicine can be applied to a wide variety of problems. However, instead of using a pill or machine, energy medicine uses focus, thoughts, intentions, words, and imagery to resolve difficult problems. Its healing potential is supported by true beliefs, receptivity, and gratitude. In this podcast, I share a short recording of an energy-healing…

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Advice for Families of Adult Children with Recurrent Mental Illness 42:01

1+ y ago42:01

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Being a parent is often a challenge. However, being a parent to someone with recurrent mental illness is like being Ethan Hunt in a Mission Impossible movie. How do parents meet the needs of a beloved family member for safety, nurturing, and growth over their lifetime? Mary, a highly accomplished and loving mother, shares her accumulated wisdom fro…

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Zoloft and I: Conversation on Medication, Withdrawal, and Life 1:30:08

1+ y ago1:30:08

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Interview with Author Russell Kramer on his podcast, Visitors at the Temple. Russell Kramer, the new author of Hocus Focus: Coming of Age With ADD and Its Medicines, interviews me on his podcast, Visitors at the Temple, about my experiences with using Zoloft and withdrawal from it. I had the honor of writing the forward for his insightful and coura…

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HNTKYP: Burnout 45:44

1+ y ago45:44

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This episode of HNTKYP takes a no-holds-barred look at burnout among emergency nurses, and it's not for the faint of heart. We're getting real about the brutal reality of the emergency department, where the relentless pressure cooks even the toughest among us. We talk about how burnout not only affects the nurse, but the team and most importantly t…

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HNTKYP Triaging your assignment 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

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Understanding how to prioritize patient care is essential, particularly for new ER nurses. This HNTKYP episode offers a systematic approach to assessing and managing a typical patient assignment ranging from four to six individuals. We delve into the critical nature of effective report-giving and receiving, the significance of delegation and teamwo…

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HNTKYP: Respiratory season 38:32

1+ y ago38:32

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In this episode, Kevin makes it back from the brink of death from the deadly "man flu." Just kidding, but he really was sick, and it inspired this week's topic on the respiratory season. We cover some of the most prevalent viral respiratory diseases and how to prevent them. We discuss red flags that may signify that your patient is in trouble. Our …

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How Well is Empower Energy Technique (EET) Working for Other Clinicians? 56:52

1+ y ago56:52

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Since my presentation of Empower Energy Technique (EET) on June 4, 2023 during the ACEP conference, I've been curious about how well EET has been working out for them. I've heard from several skilled energy medicine practitioners who began applying EET in their practices. One of them who emailed me about his use of EET is Mark Bottinick, LCSW, who …

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HNTKYP Pediatrics 52:25

1+ y ago52:25

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf explore the scary task of triaging a pediatric patient. We will discuss the differences in completing a pediatric triage. We will talk about common emergencies by age and the fine art of a pediatric assessment. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Art-of-Emergency-Nursing-276898616569046/ YouTube: htt…

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Healing the Endocrine System Holistically 57:47

1+ y ago57:47

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Why it’s important: The endocrine system and the nervous system are two of the most important messenger systems in our bodies. They have tremendous influence over our emotions, energy levels, and cognition. Supporting and healing these systems may be difficult without a good understanding of energy medicine. Dr. Mary Sanders, a chiropractor and med…

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HNTKYP The Intoxicated Patient 37:25

2y ago37:25

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In this "intoxicating" episode of HNTKYP, Kevin McFarlane and Dr. Lisa Wolf explore the challenges of triaging intoxicated patients in the emergency department. They emphasize that managing intoxicated patients is far more complex than often perceived. The discussion includes intoxication as either a primary issue or a secondary complication, the p…

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Eight Common Reasons for Adverse Reactions to Supplements 15:32

2y ago15:32

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If supplements are good for you and provide natural support for your healing process, why do they sometimes create adverse side effects? Dr. Alice Lee explores eight common reasons for this mysterious and difficult-to-understand phenomenon. Sometimes, negative side effects may have nothing to do with the supplements but more to do with the person's…

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HNTKYP Hyperthermia: Is The Heat Making You Crazy 28:09

2y ago28:09

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In this episode, Kevin and Dr. Wolf explore the effects of heat on both the body and mind. They discuss common heat emergencies, identify populations at heightened risk for heat-related issues, and discuss how certain medications can impact the body's capacity to cope with elevated temperatures. Follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Art-…

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Being Kiki: Healing from Social Stressors or Mental Illness? 30:12

2y ago30:12

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Sometimes psychiatrists reach for psychiatric medications to treat people who are socially different and struggling with their place in the world. When in kindergarten, Kiki tested at the college level. However, she was pressured to socialize and not skip any grades. She also struggled with Autism spectrum disorder and identified as being queer. Gr…

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HNTKYP ESI Triage Update 47:49

2y ago47:49

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In this episode, join Kevin and Dr. Lisa Wolf as they delve into the updates of the Emergency Severity Index (ESI) triage algorithm fifth edition. As the first contributor to this latest iteration, Dr. Wolf brings invaluable expertise, and provides profound insights into the changes incorporated in version 5. We will discuss practical guidance on h…