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
Her heart rate is rapid, her skin clammy and she’s having trouble breathing — what’s your diagnosis?
Understanding the difference can sometimes make all the difference
Here’s a look at the early airway devices and how they evolved into the smaller, better and easier-to-use versions we have now
BVM is hard, and unless you have a perfect technique, it’s going to be difficult to get the volume of air you need into the patient without a nasopharyngeal airway
Endotracheal intubation is a definitive method of airway control, but prehospital use may lead to complications
The responders plan on increasing their animal readiness following a fire where two dogs died
In his latest explanation of oxygen administration, Jon Puryear focuses on the 2010 American Heart Association oxygen administration guidelines.
A look at current and future trends in EtCO2 monitoring
EMS1 sits down with Mike McEvoy, EMS coordinator for the Saratoga County (N.Y.) EMS, to discuss his hometown agency’s in-field utilization of capnography to better treat their patients
EMS1 readers shared their suggestions on how to get the most out of the method
An accurate assessment maximizes CPAP’s effectiveness
CPAP is not just for adults anymore
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Maintaining skills in using advanced airway items can improve your practice
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