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Beyond Ketamine: When to use Facilitated Intubation in the ED

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First described in 1970, RSI with the near-simultaneous administration of a sedative agent and NMBA has been shown to have increased first-pass success compared with intubation facilitated by a sedative alone (6,7). Contraindicated seizures or porphyria. Minimal histamine release. Cons: Short duration of action. Pain upon injection.