Airway management
This directory provides essential articles on Airway Management, a critical skill for EMS professionals. Topics include techniques for securing airways, the use of advanced airway devices, and strategies for managing difficult airways in emergencies. Mastery of Airway Management is vital for ensuring patient survival during respiratory emergencies. For related information, explore our resources on Advanced Life Support (ALS), which often involves advanced airway procedures. Use this directory to deepen your understanding and improve your airway management skills in the field.
The use of waveform capnography as a monitoring and diagnostic tool extends far beyond airway management and cardiac arrest
Application of an EtCO2 sampling device and waveform monitoring, especially during bag-valve mask ventilation, is well within the capability of EMTs
Going back to the basics ensures a smooth EtCO2 reading and creates a calming environment for both the patient and provider
Learn the signs and symptoms for this significant pediatric airway and ventilation emergency
What does the peer-reviewed literature say on the efficacy of the management of the pediatric airway by EMS providers?
Use ETCO2 monitoring to avoid inappropriate hyperventilation, recognize abnormal respiratory patterns and guide care
Among this month’s clips were 12-lead ECG interpretation tips and a demonstration on how to assist with childbirth
Look for these signs and symptoms to identify patients suffering from smoke inhalation and cyanide poisoning
A teenager’s death after a misplaced and unrecognized failed intubation is a tragic reminder of how and why error can occur in EMS
Waveform capnography can be used to detect respiratory and circulatory compromise from anaphylaxis in children and to guide treatment
Among this month’s clips were a simplified method for 12-lead ECG electrode placement and five bougie tips for better airway management
Use capnography to guide oxygenation and ventilation derangements in drowning patients
Our co-hosts discuss devices such as video laryngoscopy, capnography and ultrasound in the field
Review the evidence for nine clinical applications for field ultrasound to assess, treat and monitor critically ill patients
Google “metronome” from any internet connected device to use an adjustable, audible beat during chest compressions
Central EMS in partnership with Forsyth County fire department is adopting video laryngoscopy for endotracheal intubation
Expand your knowledge of EMS care beyond rote memorization and you’ll soon realize that you are rarely withholding care
The EMT performed CPR after calling 911 to report the child was choking; doctors said the child’s injuries were not consistent with those suffered during CPR
The girl started experiencing a constant runny nose; several doctors were stumped until a 1.5-inch safety pin came out of her nose
Answering these questions provides a blueprint for a quality process and product implementation into the EMS agency
Among this month’s clips were best practices for prehospital RSI and how to cannulate the external jugular vein
Win the airway with prehospital video laryngoscopy for first attempt intubation
Salt Lake City Fire Department investigation finds no difference in the interruption to compressions between video and direct laryngoscopy
Use these documentation and handoff tips to communicate important patient information to ED and ICU staff unfamiliar with capnography
EMS medical directors discuss pediatric and pregnant patient resuscitation, the use of active compression devices and head-elevated CPR at Gathering of Eagles
Realistic training, dedication to management and monitoring, the ability to troubleshoot and competently use available tools are critical to all EMS providers
Anesthesiologists compare mask ventilation adequacy with endotracheal intubation and laryngeal mask airway for pediatric patients
The paramedic-designed product is a self-administering medication device that looks and tastes like a lollipop
