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.
We are limited on the amount of objective information available during prehospital care; don’t ignore this vital piece of the puzzle
Anxiety and emotion can spiral into respiratory compromise that is self-reinforcing, frightening and an EMS-treatable emergency
Steve Whitehead shares how to assess that patient with weird, vague complaints
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
The family of a teen who died after an esophageal intubation has started the ‘Do It For Drew’ foundation to prevent another tragic death
When teaching new EMS skills or reviewing old ones, take advantage of the chance to put them in context and reinforce good clinical decision-making
Make every assessment question count using this strategy to quickly assess respiratory patients who are unable to speak in phrases or sentences
You were asked to respond to a coffee shop for a 22-year-old male with increasing shortness of breath following a coughing fit; did you make the right decision?
You are asked to respond to a coffee shop for shortness of breath
Recent study suggests it may be safe to withhold oxygen from normoxic patients who are suffering from AMI
Explore research findings about the impact of intubation on OOHCA survival and the patient’s neurological status at discharge
Among this month’s best clips were tips on nasopharyngeal airway use and ECG interpretation
