How to approach adequate and efficient sedation and analgesia in newly intubated patients.
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Post-Intubation Sedation and Analgesia
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Fiberoptic Intubation
Our NYU Bellevue EM docs cover the basics for this high-yield, potentially lifesaving procedure.
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Journal Review
Apneic Oxygenation Reduces Hypoxemia During Endotracheal Intubation in the Pediatric Emergency Department
Oxygenation is particularly important in children undergoing endotracheal intubation. They have higher oxygen consumption than adults and become hypoxemic more quickly with rapid sequence intubation. Apneic oxygenation (AO) is the process of providing a high flow rate of oxygen through a standard nasal cannula prior to endotracheal intubation (ETI) without bag-valve mask ventilation.
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Journal Review
Predicting Escalated Care in Infants With Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is the most common lower respiratory tract infection and the most common cause of admission in infants. Approximately 10% will require some airway support. The ability to identify those at risk for escalation of care would allow for appropriate disposition decisions.
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