Taming the SRU

JANUARY 1, 2024

Establishing reliable vascular access is absolutely critical for ED patients requiring resuscitation, airway management, or medication administration. Contraindications for USGIV are the same as for any PIV: overlying skin infection, AV fistula in the extremity, previous surgery impacting vasculature, proximal trauma, or burns.

Emergency Department 92

Emergency Department Ultrasounds Administration Burns 92

RebelEM

AUGUST 7, 2023

The potential for soiled airways, cervical spine injuries, maxillofacial injuries and head injuries combined with agitation/delirium, altered mental status and hypoxemia can make securing a definitive airway both an anatomic and physiologic challenge.

Head Injuries 96

Head Injuries Airway Management Outcomes Burns 96

ACEP Now

JULY 7, 2023

The non-rebreather was increased to 15 L per minute without initial bag-valve mask assistance due to concern for worsening an already aspirated airway. She was kept upright until immediately before paralytic administration. The process of prehospital airway management: challenges and solutions during paramedic endotracheal intubation.

Airway Management 45

Airway Management EMS Burns Operations 45