Airway management
Explore EMS1’s airway management hub for practical guidance on securing and maintaining patient airways in the field. This directory features expert articles on basic and advanced airway techniques, use of airway devices, ventilation strategies, difficult airway management, and clinical decision points for prehospital care. It helps EMS professionals refine airway skills, improve first-pass success, and enhance patient outcomes during respiratory emergencies.
In the right patient, with a solid understanding of the pharmacology and a plan to address potential side effects, ketamine can be an incredibly useful tool for EMS
First-pass success matters in intubation – these measures can help you achieve it
EMS and law enforcement collaborative training helps prepare responders to treat and monitor patients experiencing a constellation of symptoms
The death of a 26-year-old farm equipment operator has been ruled an accident
Noah Filer comes out of a coma and learns he’s a double amputee — then completes his goal of becoming a paramedic
The doctor has demonstrated the maneuver many times over the years, but had never before used it on a person who was choking
End-tidal carbon dioxide is an irrefutable indication for any type of airway adjunct
The man, 44, deeply slashed his own throat with a folding knife after being accused of shoplifting
You were asked to assess and treat a potential stroke in a 39-year-old man found unresponsive while working out; did you make the right call?
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
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