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.
Michael Fraley breaks down what paramedics need to know about what’s changed — and what hasn’t — in the new resuscitation guidance
We do everything we can in the hope we’re wrong about what is happening to the smallest of victims
From verifying airway placement to detecting early shock, capnography offers critical insight as part of a broader patient assessment
A gas line explosion near Johnstown sent five people to the hospital and forced evacuations
Eight children at a Cambridge church concert were hospitalized with seizure-like symptoms possibly linked to cleaning fumes
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Decoding capnography: Key waveforms that guide EMS decisions
Pediatric respiratory distress doesn’t have to be terrifying — here’s how to handle it
One man died and at least nine others were hospitalized after high levels of carbon monoxide, flammable gas and methane were found during a gas leak at a Lexington apartment complex
From burns to bleeding, head trauma to amputation, be prepared for when fireworks go wrong
After a boat explosion left a family with severe burns, they were rushed to Jackson Memorial’s Miami Burn Center for immediate care and long-term healing support
Learn how to effectively manage respiratory challenges during and after seizures
Despite FDA warnings and no U.S. approval, underground brands keep marketing tianeptine products like Zaza and Tianaa, exploiting gaps in supplement oversight
FDNY marine crews rescued passengers from the water and rushed the injured to local hospitals
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New high-fidelity simulators at Touro’s clinical training center offer students hands-on experience with critical pediatric procedures
At least eight people were injured after a man attacked a pro-Israeli hostage rally in Boulder, the FBI is investigating as a terrorist act
Swift, coordinated action by first responders helped revive a child, restoring a pulse before the patient was airlifted to Cook Children’s Medical Center
This curated list of songs maintains the perfect tempo to guide your CPR compressions, ensuring you’re prepared to act swiftly and effectively in emergencies
After responding to a call just blocks from their station, Wichita Fire Station 5 and Sedgwick County EMS resuscitated a newborn in distress
Assign someone to monitor the patient’s airway visually and with capnography using these five tips
“GCS <8; intubate” may be endangered, but not totally deserving of extinction
A Plainville student sparked a fire after intentionally damaging a laptop in part of a TikTok trend police say has led to multiple classroom fires across the state
In this data-packed EMS One-Stop episode, Drs. Brent Myers and Remle Crowe share 7 critical metrics, from opioid overdoses to pediatric behavioral health, reshaping prehospital care
Hyperventilation syndrome, often triggered by anxiety, presents unique challenges in EMS care. Understanding its nuances is crucial for effective assessment and management.
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Explore how alpha and beta receptors within the autonomic nervous system regulate vital involuntary functions and respond to stressors
Improperly mixed cleaning chemicals triggered a temporary evacuation at The Gardens Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation center in Colorado Springs
From off-grid residents to 96-hour response timelines, Deputy Director Tracey Loscar shares how Alaskan EMS plans for volcanic eruptions, extreme remoteness and respiratory threats
The off-duty paramedic couple sprang into action during their anniversary dinner, rushing to save an elderly woman who was choking
Capnospot Pneumothorax Decompression Indicator is designed to affix on the distal end of any commercially available needle angiocatheter or thoracostomy device
Learn how waveform capnography enhances patient assessment, guides treatment and improves outcomes in respiratory arrrest and distress
Their new device has enhanced first-pass success and provides other advantages
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