Intubation
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Pre-intubation Optimization of the Neurocritical Care Patient
This post was peer reviewed.Click to learn more. Image Credit: Wikimedia Author: Tim Montrief, MD MPH Jackson Memorial Health System/University of Miami AAEM/RSA Publications and Social Media Committee Member The catastrophic neurologic emergency remains one of the most challenging presentations managed by emergency physicians. Stress, diagnostic uncertainty, and time-sensitive nature lead to challenging management decisions. […] -
Delayed Sequence Intubation
This post was peer reviewed.Click to learn more. Image Source: Wikimedia Author: Timothy Montrief, MD MPH Jackson Memorial Hospital CaseA 55-year-old man is brought in to the emergency department by ambulance with a chief complaint of shortness of breath with associated fevers, chills, and productive cough over the past three days. On arrival, he is […] -
Pre- and Post-Intubation Issues and Solutions
Photo Credit: Borls Ott – Flickr This post was peer reviewed.Click to learn more. Author: Andrew V. Bokarius, MDEmergency Medicine ResidentUniversity of Chicago There are a number of issues that may come up prior to, during, and after successful intubation. Let’s take a look at a few common problems and possible solutions. Pre-intubation: Can’t mask […]
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