RebelEM

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Take Home Points: Airway management is paramount; expect a challenging intubation and consider controlling the airway early if there is apparent airway compromise. Understanding the cause of angioedema (mast cell vs. bradykinin mediated) helps dictate directed management. of people who take NSAIDs ( Nzeako 2010 ).

Allergic Reactions 101

Allergic Reactions Airway Management Anaphylaxis Emergency Department 101

RebelEM

AUGUST 7, 2023

This helps relieve agitation/pain while maintaining spontaneous breathing and airway reflexes allowing for adequate pre-oxygenation as well as facilitates other resuscitation interventions including IV access, vasopressors, fluids, etc. that would not be possible in an agitated/combative patient.

Head Injuries 96

Head Injuries Airway Management Outcomes Burns 96

EM SIM Cases

DECEMBER 13, 2022

The ICU team must secure the airway, manage the blood pressure, and coordinate care with Neurosurgery. Download Case Here Critical Care Case 1- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Download When the ICU fellow arrives, the patient’s GCS is 5 and she then becomes hypotensive and desaturates.

Airway Management 40

Airway Management Academics Emergency Department Hospitals 40

EM SIM Cases

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The resuscitation team is expected to recognize and manage myasthenic crisis with respiratory failure, with consideration for airway management with an anterior mediastinal mass. Download Case Here: Download Case The patient will require intubation and pharmacotherapy for myasthenic crisis.

Airway Management 40

Airway Management Academics Resuscitation Hospitals 40

RebelEM

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The most common are dapsone and topical anesthetic agents (i.e.

Seizures 52

Seizures Administration Airway Management COPD 52

RebelEM

JULY 31, 2023

In this blog post, we explore the study’s key findings, strengths, and limitations, providing valuable insights while navigating the complexities of airway management in critically ill adults. Video versus Direct Laryngoscopy for Tracheal Intubation of Critically Ill Adults [published online ahead of print, 2023 Jun 16].

Operations 96

Operations Outcomes Emergency Department Airway Management 96