The 3P’s of Airway Management
Introduction It is not enough to merely be able to intubate; that is, perform the physical skill of instrumenting the airway and placing an endotracheal…
Category: Airway / Respiratory / Ventilation
Do We Understand Oxygenation?
The Oxyhemoglobin Dissociation Curve can be confusing… However, it’s essential to understand oxygen physiology in critical care. Think of it as a “Manual for Dating.” In…
Alternative uses of EtCO2 in the pre-hospital and critical care settings
End-tidal capnography in clinical practice originated in the field of anesthesia around the 1950s but has also become established in the pre-hospital setting. EMS providers…