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Beyond Ketamine: When to use Facilitated Intubation in the ED

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This position involves elevating the patient’s head and upper body to align the oral, pharyngeal, and tracheal axes, making it easier to visualize the glottic opening and navigate the endotracheal tube into the trachea (26). Case Resolution: The patient was placed on NIPPV. Int J Emerg Med. J Emerg Med.

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REBEL Cast Ep121: The Battle of the Blades – Video Laryngoscopy vs. Direct Laryngoscopy

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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. Patients meeting eligibility criteria were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to undergo intubation with either video or direct laryngoscopy.