Misconceptions about airway management and the industry gold standard

Our co-hosts discuss airway management and its important role in EMS, including common misconceptions and the standard all providers should strive for

In this episode of Inside EMS, co-hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson discuss the topic of airway management.

Airway management is one of the most valued and needed skills performed in the industry. Yet, EMS providers face a challenge in developing the skills and knowledge they need to feel comfortable in managing airways. Our co-hosts discuss the biggest misconceptions of airway management and what the true gold standard is. In addition, Kelly shares his six levels for airway continuum. Join the discussion and add your comments.

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Inside EMS is a weekly podcast delivering industry news and hot topics to EMS personnel. Every Friday, hosts Chris Cebollero and Kelly Grayson, discuss EMS life through good-natured banter and expert perspectives. Cebollero, now an executive leadership coach, is a former EMS chief, while Louisiana-based Grayson is a critical care paramedic and respected EMS educator. Their vehicle for delivering the news and know how is that of two medics sitting on the truck between calls. Their mission is to make all listeners, EMS insiders.

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