Trauma Airway Management: The Stuff Nightmares Are Made Of (Part 1)
Research indicates hypoxia, hypotension and multiple intubation attempts in airway management greatly contribute to morbidity and mortality.
QI Review of Critically High Endotracheal Tube (ETT) Cuff Pressures
Inaccurate cuff pressure can lead to tracheal stenosis, ischemia and pressure ulcers, underlining the need for vigilant monitoring and adjustments.
Mastering Prehospital Trauma Airway Management: A Lifesaving Art for EMTs and Paramedics
In the fast-paced world of prehospital emergency medicine, mastering trauma airway management is an indispensable skill for EMTs and paramedics.
Just Breathe
When intubating a patient, it is important the EMS provider regulates his or her own breathing.
Friday Night Lights: Shift 6 – Nacho Normal Chest Pressure
Here’s why capnography helps EMS providers recognize when patients are transitioning from one status to another.
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