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Awake, and Paralysed: A Never Event

Don't Forget the Bubbles

This could be due to paralysis of the muscles which protect the upper airway. In studies including patients with trauma or Glasgow Coma Scale less than 8, intubation without sedation led to poorer neurological outcomes. Key take-home points While Ben’s case is tragic, we can learn important points about airway management.

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Grand Rounds Recap 12.6.23

Taming the SRU

Leadership in times of crisis is key. In patients with head trauma requiring airway management, the goal is to bag the patient with a goal EtCO2 35-45 and RR 10. If there is concern that the advanced airway will increase agitation and therefore ICP, then it should be avoided prehospital. Think, act, and innovate.