Episode 29 - Oxygen

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Episode 29 - Oxygen

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Jul 7, 2021

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In this episode The Curious Clinicians investigate why too much oxygen (aka hyperoxia) can be harmful. Check out the show notes on our website. Don't forget to pick up your CME/MOC credits, courtesy of VCU Health! Sound editing by Nodderly.

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Jul 7, 2021

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